Snoop Dogg And Michael Buble Join 'The Voice' Coaching Panel For Season 26

John Legend, Chance The Rapper, and Dan + Shay won't be returning for the upcoming season of 'The Voice.'

by Tiffany Goldstein - May 14 2024
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The 25th Season of The Voice is quickly coming to an end as the judges gear up to crown the next winner. While excitement mounts for what's to come during the thrilling live shows, NBC has unveiled (April 13) the star-studded lineup of coaches set to grace the upcoming season—promising viewers a blend of fresh talent and seasoned expertise. 

The hit singing competition will bid farewell to current coaches John Legend, Chance The Rapper, and the dynamic duo Dan + Shay. This is far from the first time The Voice swapped out their panel, as a handful of A-listers have sat in the red swivel chairs. Long-time judge Blake Shelton, Nick Jonas, Adam Levine, CeeLo Green, Kelly Clarkson, Miley Cyrus, Bebe Rexha, Ariana Grande, and more helped turn aspiring musicians into household names. 

How to Watch

Viewers can catch The Voice, airing Mondays and Tuesdays at 8/7c on NBC, and next-day streaming available on Peacock. Season 25 is in full swing, as contestants battled it out in the Semi-finals on Monday night, May 13. The two-part finale is scheduled to kick off next Monday, May 20. The following day, the best singer in the competition will be crowned. 

New Faces In The Coaching Panel

Fans of The Voice will recognize two familiar faces – Michel Bublé and Snoop Dogg. The network broke the news during the 2024 Upfront presentation.

The two first-time coaches will join Gwen Stefani, who will be making her comeback after a brief hiatus. Reba McEntire, a country trailblazer, will join her. The "Fancy" singer is embarking on her third consecutive season as a coach. Stefani has a leg up in the competition, as Season 26 will mark her eighth time coaching. 

Although Bublé and Snoops will be stepping in full-time, it's not their first rodeo on the show. The soulful crooner appeared on Season 3 to help Team Blake Shelton. He served as an advisor. Meanwhile, Snoop joined Season 20 as a mega mentor. 

Bublé, the epitome of smooth vocals, has a string of accolades and a global fandom. His presence promises to elevate the competition to new heights. However, contestants will face a tough decision since Snoop is a cultural icon celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to music. 

Following the announcement, fans flooded social media. While some are eager to see the two different personalities bring their star power to the show, others were left disappointed. Many wanted Niall Horan to return to the panel. 

"This is the best thing that's ever been announced, if I'm being so honest, Reba and Snoop!?! I'll never get over this," wrote a fan on X. "@MichaelBuble, no way! OMG, this is going to be the best season," added another. "This is going to be fabulous!! Besides loving Gwen and Reba, I do love me some Bublé and Snoop Dog. I can't wait!!!" 

As Season 25 of The Voice races towards its grand finale, anticipation builds for the fresh talent and captivating performances awaiting audiences in Season 26. With a lineup of coaches embodying diverse musical genres and experiences, the upcoming season promises to deliver unforgettable moments and fierce competition. 

Photo Credit: @nbcthevoice on Instagram.

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