The Voice got the green light for its 23rd season, which will premiere in January 2023 on NBC. Along with that news is the announcement that the long-time Judge, Blake Shelton, will depart as a coach after the upcoming season. He has been a fixture on the show and has earned eight victories. He has also coached 15 artists whose songs have peaked at #1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart.
“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 season 23,” Shelton said. “This show has changed my life in every way for the better and it will always feel like home to me. 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. It takes a lot of work, passion, and adult beverages (Ha!) to pull off a live show twice a week. I’ve made lifelong bonds with Carson and every single one my fellow coaches over the years, including my wife, Gwen Stefani! I have to give a huge shoutout 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’ chasing their dreams. It wouldn’t happen without you!”
Returning coach Kelly Clarkson, and new coaches, Chance the Rapper and Niall Horan will join Shelton in his final season. Additionally, Carson Daly will be back as the host.
“I’m thrilled to join ‘The Voice’ as a coach for the next season,” he said. “I’m excited to help other artists get to the next level and make the most of this life-changing experience. Get ready for #teamchance.”
“I’m excited to be joining this season of ‘The Voice as a coach,” Horan said “I’m looking forward to meeting and mentoring the new crop of talent while we battle it out with the other teams!”
“I am so excited to be back with my Voice family!” Clarkson said. “Let’s do this, Team Kelly!”
See you in 2023 …. @NiallOfficial @blakeshelton @kellyclarkson @chancetherapper pic.twitter.com/GS4ivv9y1X
— The Voice (@NBCTheVoice) October 11, 2022
“The Voice” is a production of Warner Bros., MGM Television, The Voice USA, Inc., and Warner Horizon in collaboration with Unscripted Television. Executive producers are Mark Burnett, Audrey Morrissey, Amanda Zucker, Kyra Thompson, and Adam H. Sher. John de Mol is the creator and also serves as an executive producer of the show.
On Monday, October 10, “The Voice’s” blind auditions for Season 22 with current coaches Camila Cabello, John Legend, Gwen Stefani, and Blake Shelton will continue. The battles begin Tuesday, October 11, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
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