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The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

Ken Jeong (The Masked Singer, Community) is set to star and executive produce the new Fox comedy series 10% Happier, based on Dan Harris’ bestselling book and podcast of the same name, Deadline has confirmed. The script-to-series project hails from Lionsgate Television and Fox Entertainment.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer “The Masked Singer” staple Ken Jeong is set to lead a new Fox single-cam sitcom based on Dan Harris’ popular book and podcast “10% Happier,” Variety has learned. Hailing from Lionsgate Television and Fox Entertainment, the comedy, which has a script-to-series commitment at the broadcaster, the centers on a family man and mid-level juice company executive who finds himself in a major life rut. After a panic attack at work, he has an epiphany where he realizes he needs to change everything about the way he lives in order to become…”10% Happier.” Apple’s “Acapulco” and Fox’s “The Cool Kids” writers and producers Michael Lisbe and Nate Reger are penning the script and executive producing alongside Jeong, author Harris, Brett Carducci and The Tannenbaum Company’s Eric Tannenbaum, Kim Tannenbaum and Jason Wang.

SPOILER ALERT – Do not read ahead if you have not watched the new episode of The Masked Singer!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large SPOILER ALERT: Do not read ahead if you have not watched the Season 9, episode 7 of “The Masked Singer,” which aired March 29 on Fox. Everyone knows George Wendt’s name — well, at least Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg does. “Cheers” star Wendt was one of the two more celebrities who were revealed on Wednesday’s edition of “The Masked Singer.” Also unmasked: “Selling Sunset” star Christine Quinn. For Moose, panelist Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg got it right with George Wendt. Robin Thicke went with Jon Lovitz, Nicole Scherzinger named Ed O’Neill and Ken Jeong guessed John Goodman.

returned for the seventh week of season 9 on Wednesday, and the show went neon and pastel for a fun, retro '80s Night celebration.Helmed by host Nick Cannon and overseen by stalwart panelists Robin Thicke, Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy and Nicole Scherzinger, Wednesday's «Country Night» episode saw three brand new costumed contestants -- The Doll, The Moose and Scorpio -- duke it out musically for a chance to move on in the competition.So who went home and who moved on? Each week, ET will be breaking down the biggest moments and most surprising unmaskings in each new episode of the hit reality singing competition series.Here's how Wednesday's "'80s Night" shook out, when all the songs were sung and votes were cast!No one is going to forget The Doll, who hit the stage decked out as a spooky, retro, haunted voodoo doll to perform a fun and captivating rendition of «Don't You (Forget About Me)» by Simple Minds.«Yeah, I love the song choice, and and I think there was such an elegance, [you're] a seasoned performer,» Robin marveled. «This person knows how to work a crowd.

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

Awkwafina is back as Nora from Queens.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large SPOILER ALERT: Do not read ahead if you have not watched the Season 9, episode 6 of “The Masked Singer,” which aired March 22 on Fox. You’d better be ready to, be ready to… Jump! Off of “The Masked Singer.” Actor Holly Robinson Peete, known for “21 Jump Street” among other things, was one of the two more celebrities who unmasked on Wednesday’s edition of “The Masked Singer.” Also out: WWE star Alexa Bliss, who just made headlines this week for revealing that she had been diagnosed with skin cancer, and recently underwent a procedure for it. For Axolotl, panelist Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg got it right, naming Alexa Bliss (real names Alexis Kaufman and Alexis “Lexi” Cabrera). Robin Thicke guessed Nikki Bella. Ken Jeong thought it was Brie Bella. Nicole Scherzinger picked McKayla Maroney.

returned for the sixth week of season 9 on Wednesday, and the show embraced the fun twang and lonesome romance of country music.Helmed by host Nick Cannon and overseen by stalwart panelists Robin Thicke, Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy and Nicole Scherzinger, Wednesday's «Country Night» episode saw two new contestants — The Macaw and The Axolotl -- duke it out against returning singer The Fairy for their shot at moving on in the competition.So who went home and who moved on? Each week, ET will be breaking down the biggest moments and most surprising unmaskings in each new episode of the hit reality singing competition series.Here's how Wednesday's «Country Night» shook out, when all the songs were sung and votes were cast!The Fairy kicked things off in cowboy boot style with a stunning and beautiful rendition of Bonnie Raitt's «Angel From Montgomery» that left the panel in awe of her talent and vocal styling. It was a performance befitting a reigning champ and set the bar high for the night.The character with possibly the cutest costume of the entire season hit the stage next, The Axolotl, and the pink, frilled amphibian delivered a sweet cover pf «Can't Fight the Moonlight» by LeAnn Rimes — who also happens to be a Golden Mask winner, from back in Season 4.Finally, The Macaw flew out for a powerful performance of «Live Like You Were Dying» by Tim McGraw that won over the audience and left the panel very impressed.After all the votes were counted, the adorable Axolotl was, sadly, the first to get kicked off.

SPOILER ALERT – Do not read ahead if you have not watched the new episode of The Masked Singer!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

Peter Debruge Chief Film Critic In 1993, “The Joy Luck Club” made Hollywood history, proving to a skeptical — and let’s face it, racist — industry that there was mainstream demand for a culturally sensitive Chinese American ensemble drama. Three decades later, along comes “Joy Ride,” throwing sensitivity to the wind en route to obliterating any remaining barriers. Like “Girls Trip” with an all-Asian-American cast, the Seth Rogen-produced, hard-R road movie follows small-town besties Audrey (Ashley Park) and Lolo (Sherry Cola) to Beijing, where they tackle everything from taboo tattoos to a devil’s threesome with all the gusto you’d hope or expect from “Crazy Rich Asians” co-writer Adele Lim’s directorial debut.

has had a lot of performances from costumed contestants who turned out to be part of the NFL. However, on Wednesday, a simple cameo from Damar Hamlin topped them all.The new episode of Fox's wonderfully weird reality singing competition mystery series was devoted to the wonders of  and featured cameos from Big Bird, Cookie Monster and even Elmo.After The Squirrel delivered the night's first performance, the panel — including Robin Thicke, Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy, Nicole Scherzinger and guest panelist Jennifer Nettles — were given a special clue, which began with a little boy sitting on some steps, talking with Elmo.Elmo asks the child what his name is, and the young boy says it's Damir — and then says he's at the show with his older brother.

returned for the fifth week of season 9 on Wednesday, and the show celebrated all things wonderful and childlike with " Night!«Helmed by host Nick Cannon and overseen by stalwart panelists Robin Thicke, Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy and Nicole Scherzinger, Wednesday's episode saw two new contestants — Fairy and The Jackalope -- duke it out against returning singer The Squirrel for their shot at moving on in the competition.So who went home and who moved on? Each week, ET will be breaking down the biggest moments and most surprising unmaskings in each new episode of the hit reality singing competition series.Here's how Wednesday's » Night" shook out, when all the songs were sung and votes were cast!Returning champ The Squirrel kicked the fun, -themed episode off with a fun, skillful performance of «Just the Two of Us» by Grover Washington Jr. featuring Bill Withers.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large SPOILER ALERT: Do not read ahead if you have not watched the Season 9, episode 5 of “The Masked Singer,” which aired March 15 on Fox. Two more celebrities were unmasked on Wednesday’s edition of “The Masked Singer”: Actor/comedian Malin Akerman and social media star Lele Pons were revealed to be Squirrel and Jackalope, respectively. For Squirrel, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg got it right, naming Malin Akerman. Robin Thicke guessed Heather Graham. Ken Jeong thought it was Katherine Heigl. Nicole Scherzinger picked Kate Hudson. Guest panelist Jennifer Nettles said Anne Hathaway.

SPOILER ALERT – Do not read ahead if you have not watched the new episode of The Masked Singer!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

EXCLUSIVE: APA on Thursday announced its signing of actress Madison Iseman.

returned for the fourth week of season 9 on Wednesday, and the show celebrated all things good and decent with a comic book-themed episode: «DC Superheroes Night.»Helmed by host Nick Cannon and overseen by stalwart panelists Robin Thicke, Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy and Nicole Scherzinger, Wednesday's episode saw three new contestants — The Gargoyle, The Wolf and The Squirrel — duke it out musically for their shot at moving on in the competition.So who went home and who moved on? Each week, ET will be breaking down the biggest moments and most surprising unmaskings in each new episode of the hit reality singing competition series.

SPOILER ALERT – Do not read ahead if you have not watched the new episode of The Masked Singer!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

Live & Livid Tour, stays connected to younger perspectives, even if she’s just watching other people play. “I’m like, ‘How do you even figure this out?'” she says.

SPOILER ALERT – Do not read ahead if you have not watched the new episode of The Masked Singer!

returned for the third week of season 9 on Wednesday, celebrating the magic and wonder of New York City.Helmed by host Nick Cannon and overseen by stalwart panelists Robin Thicke, Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy and Nicole Scherzinger, Wednesday's episode saw reigning champion Medusa face off against two new challengers --  The Polar Bear and The California Roll!So who went home and who moved on? Each week, ET will be breaking down the biggest moments and most surprising unmaskings in each new episode of the hit reality singing competition series. Here's how Wednesday's New York Night shook out, when all the songs were sung and votes were cast!Medusa made her third appearance this season — after wowing with incredible range twice before — and faced off against two new hopefuls as she fought for her place in the finals.

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!

The Masked Singer is back for season nine!