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Who are The Voice judges?
Coaches from previous seasons have often returned to the program after their departure
SINCE The Voice's inaugural season, the reality series has seen a rotation of judges.
Many of the Emmy-winning show's coaches have joined and left the panel.
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Who are The Voice judges?
On May 13, 2024, NBC announced The Voice season 26 judges.
The panel includes Reba McEntire, Gwen Stefani, Snoop Dogg, and Michael Bublé.
Season 26 is Reba's third season coaching the hit competition series.
After her absence from season 25, Gwen is also returning to The Voice for season 26.
The Grammy winner made her franchise debut in season 7.
Gwen also coached seasons 9, 12, 17, 19, 22, and 24.
Season 26 is Snoop Dogg and Michael Bublé's first time on the judges' panel.
Snoop and Michael are also returning for season 27.
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They will be joined by Adam Levine and Kelsea Ballerini.
While season 27 is Kelsea's first time as a coach, Adam is back for the first time since his departure after season 16.
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Why did Blake Shelton leave The Voice?
Shelton was one of the original coaches on the show, but after 23 seasons, he decided to walk away.
"I've been wrestling with this for a while and I've decided that it's time for me to step away from The Voice after next season," Shelton said in an October 2022 Instagram announcement.
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"It's been a hell of a ride over these 12 years of chair turns and I want to thank everyone at The Voice from NBC, every producer, the writers, musicians, crew, and catering people, you are the best.
"I have to give a huge shout to the singers—the 'Voices,' who come on this stage season after season and amaze us with their talent, and a special thanks to those who chose me to be their coach.
"Lastly, it's about y'all, the fans, who watch and support these artists, us coaches, and everyone at The Voice who are chasing our dreams. It would not happen without you!"
Shelton sat down with and elaborated on the decision, revealing that he wanted to spend more time with his wife, Stefani, and his stepsons.
"Gwen and I have done so much traveling and touring and work the first half of our lives that now we're like, 'Hey, I'm good to put my sweatpants on at 6 pm and watch Ozark eight times,'" he told the outlet. "That's our life now, and we love it."
"If I walked away from my career at this time, the only thing that I run the risk of is having regrets that I'm missing out on some more important things in life.
The Voice winners
The Voice is an American television series broadcast on NBC.
American vocalists work alongside a group of celebrity judges to compete for a $100,00 prize and a record deal with Universal Music Group. Past winners are as follows:
- Season 1: Javier Colon
- Season 2: Jermaine Paul
- Season 3: Cassadee Pope
- Season 4: Danielle Bradbery
- Season 5: Tessanne Chin
- Season 6: Josh Kaufman
- Season 7: Craig Wayne Boyd
- Season 8: Sawyer Fredericks
- Season 9: Jordan Smith
- Season 10: Alisan Porter
- Season 11: Sundance Head
- Season 12: Chris Blue
- Season 13: Chloe Kohanski
- Season 14: Brynn Cartelli
- Season 15: Chevel Shepherd
- Season 16: Maelyn Jarmon
- Season 17: Jake Hoot
- Season 18: Todd Tilghman
- Season 19: Carter Rubin
- Season 20: Cam Anthony
- Season 21: Girl Named Tom
- Season 22: Bryce Leatherwood
- Season 23: Gina Miles
- Season 24: Michael Huntley
"For now, that's our kids. This isn't about me anymore and never will be again."
Stefani and Shelton met on the set of The Voice in 2014 and later tied the knot in 2021.
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How can I watch The Voice?
The Voice's previous seasons are available to stream via Peacock, Hulu, Fubo, and NBC's official website.
The program debuted its inaugural season on April 26, 2011.
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