This 97-year-old star reveals himself as the gnome in shocking 'Masked Singer' premiere

Season 9 of Fox's 'The Masked Singer' kicked off with a legendary reveal: Dick Van Dyke.

surrounded by a lively second-line band and parade as balloons and confetti fell on the live studio audience.

The entertainer and comedian dropped hints in his introduction, saying he's been an entertainment mainstay during his"storied career" and that he's"done it all." Once Van Dyke stepped out of the suit judges Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy, Ken Jeong and Nicole Scherzinger dropped their jaws in surprise.

Scherzinger teared up saying:"I love you so much, we love you, the whole world loves you so much. It's an honor to have you on our show. I can't believe you're here."

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