Matthew Lawrence is singing his girlfriend’s praises after competing on the Masked Singer.
The 45-year-old—who was unmasked as Paparazzo on the April 16 episode of the competition series—confirmed TLC singer Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas gave him tips before he performed one of her R&B group’s own songs, “Unpretty.”
“She’s a pro. I mean, it’s like getting advice from the best out there,” Matthew—who started dating Chilli in 2022—told E! News’ Francesca Amiker. “She told me a story about how Prince told her how when you perform, you want to go out there and you want to come out of the gates, but if you do that, you lose your air by the end of the song. And I’m like, it’s great advice, Prince, wow.”
Matthew—a top six finalist—said he was the one who suggested performing “Unpretty,” calling it a “guilty pleasure song” that he used to sing a lot in the shower after TLC first released the single in 1999, becoming one of the biggest hits for the Grammy-winning group.
It’s a level of success that continues to impress the Boy Meets World alum.
“When we’re in our personal lives, it’s just us and we’re two normal people,” Matthew told E!. “But then we start talking about what she’s accomplished, and it’s like, oh my gosh! It’s humbling, it’s super cool.”
While Matthew and Chilli make beautiful music together as a couple, he and the 54-year-old have yet to officially collaborate.
“We haven’t discussed it,” he said. “When we’re in the car and stuff and we hear a track that we love, we’re both singing it. So that’s about the closest duet we’ve gotten to so far. We’ll talk about it for sure, now, because of this show.”
Read on to meet the season 13 cast of The Masked Singer and see which other stars have been unmasked so far.
The Masked Singer airs Wednesdays on Fox.
Honey Pot: Eliminated Week 1
The sticky and sweet character, who was revealed to be iconic comedian Cedric the Entertainer, was sent home on the season premiere.
Fuzzy Peas: Eliminated Week 2
The verdant vegetable was none other than boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya, who was eliminated during Shrek Night.
Ant: Eliminated Week 3
The songstress under the bug mask turned out to be former Danity Kane member Aubrey O’Day.
Bat: Eliminated Week 4
Bat was none other than Vanderpump Rules‘ one-hit wonder Scheana Shay.
Space Ranger: Eliminated Week 5
The hip-hop icon behind the other-worldly costume was Flavor Flav.
Griffin: Eliminated Week 6
The avian character was none other than Dawson’s Creek star James Van Der Beek, who was eliminated during the Group B Finals.
Cherry Blossom: Eliminated Week 7
Full House alum Candace Cameron Bure was unmasked as the star behind the bloom after the Group C debut.
Stud Muffin: Eliminated Week 8
The studly snack was none other than hip-hop legend Method Man.
Yorkie: Eliminated Week 9
It’s “XXPEN$IVE” to be Yorkie! That’s because it was Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star and pop music icon Erika Jayne behind the furry costume.
Paparazzo: Eliminated Week 10
Say “cheese!” The man behind the Paparazzo getup was former ’90s teen heartthrob and star of hits like Boy Meets World and Mrs. DoubtfireMatthew Lawrence.
Nessy: Eliminated Week 11
The creature from Loch Ness turned out to be singer Edwin McCain.
Lucky Duck: Surprise Twist
During the semi-finals on April 30, Lucky Duck shocked fans by interrupting the competition to announce none of the final four contestants were being eliminated and all would compete for the season 13 title.
As for who was behind the feathered frock? None other than Oscar-winning filmmaker Taika Waititi, who just so happens to be married to Masked Singer judge Rita Ora!
Boogie Woogie: Finalist
Boogie Woogie made it to the finale but didn’t take home the season 13 trophy.
Behind the groovy costume was singer Andy Grammer.
Coral: Finalist
Zombies actress Meg Donnelly was unmasked as season 13’s Coral.
Mad Scientist: Finalist
Former Florida Georgia Line band member Brian Kelley was revealed to be Mad Scientist.
Pearl: Winner
Say hello to The Masked Singer‘s season 13 winner.
Country star Gretchen Wilson came out on top during the May 7 finale.
