ITV Makes Bizarre ‘The Voice UK’ Admission as Tom Jones Is Replaced
- Girls Aloud star Cheryl has joined the coaching panel for the upcoming series of The Voice UK, replacing Sir Tom Jones alongside returning coaches Kelly Rowland and Will.i.am, plus rapper Aitch.
- Sir Tom Jones claimed ITV told him "financial" reasons caused his exit after 14 years, though the network later stated in the press they wanted to "refresh" the show's coaching line-up.
- Will.i.am has reportedly been left "furious" about the decision, and the 86-year-old icon's sudden removal has sparked tension behind the scenes of the singing competition.
- Cheryl is reportedly feeling "pretty uncomfortable" about taking Sir Tom's seat, while he stated on Instagram he "did not want to leave" the show and appreciated the audience.
- Solomon and Alesha Dixon will host the next series, replacing Emma Willis, while Series 15 of The Voice UK is scheduled to broadcast in 2027 with the new coaching lineup.
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Days after sparking an outcry when it emerged that Tom Jones would not be returning to The Voice, ITV has confirmed the show's new line-up. Tom had been a familiar face on the talent show since 2012, with him reacting to his axing in a statement which read: 'There's never a good time to fire […]
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Tom Jones has been replaced on The Voice UK after more than a decade on the show. ITV called the veteran singer “irreplaceable” while announcing its new lineup. The unusual statement comes amid backlash over his departure. ITV calls Tom Jones ‘irreplaceable’ while unveiling Aitch and Cheryl as new coaches ITV confirmed major changes to […]
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