Gretchen Wilson Wins The Masked Singer Season 13 as Pearl After Emotional Final Showdown

Gretchen Wilson Stuns as Pearl in The Masked Singer Season 13 Finale

The Masked Singer Season 13 didn’t just end with a bang — it blew the roof off with Gretchen Wilson, disguised as Pearl, taking the trophy after a nail-biting finale. If you watched, you know the energy was through the roof. We got a showdown featuring four very different characters: Pearl, Boogie Woogie, Coral, and Mad Scientist Monster. Only two would make it to the big reveal, and it was Wilson’s gritty vocals and electric energy that pushed Pearl to the spotlight.

For viewers, seeing a Grammy-winning country star hiding behind a pearl-shaped mask just added to the drama. But Wilson didn’t just rely on pure talent. She memorably took the stage in pants gifted to her by Dolly Parton herself. That little detail—combined with her choice to cover a Dolly classic—sent panelist Robin Thicke’s theory into overdrive. Thicke had been guessing Wilson from early on, recognizing her unmistakable southern twang and rock-solid stage presence.

A Finale Full of Surprises and Showdown Moments

The last episode wasn’t just about the voice—it was about laying out clues and throwing off even the sharpest panelists. The final four battled fiercely, each hoping to take the trophy. The suspense hit its peak when the bottom two were revealed and unmasked, turning all eyes to the last pair standing. Wilson, as Pearl, dropped jaws with her powerhouse truthfulness and vulnerability—something audiences haven’t seen since her debut hit "Redneck Woman." Her ability to step out of her own shadow showed everyone she’s more than just her biggest single.

No one can forget the look on Wilson’s face once the win became official. She didn’t see it coming. She nearly collapsed in shock, taking a few long seconds before she could soak it all in. The judges were just as wowed: Robin Thicke tied with Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg for the season’s Golden Ear Trophy, each getting five masked singer identities right over the course of the season. As usual, Ken Jeong played comic relief, tossing out the wildest (and most off-the-mark) guesses from start to finish, which didn't go unnoticed by fans who crave the show’s unpredictable humor.

The moment Gretchen Wilson pulled off her mask marked a turning point. For years, she’s been boxed in as the tough-as-nails country rebel. But this felt different: her Masked Singer win let people see what’s underneath, proving she can command a stage in any genre. The power and emotion she brought, especially as the mysterious The Masked Singer champion, reminded America why she’s still a force in music. For anyone who thought they had Wilson figured out, her Pearl persona left them guessing right to the end.