The Voice reveals new judges and presenters for 2027

The pair replace Emma Willis, who has fronted the ITV singing competition since 2014.

Ms Willis recently left the show to take up a presenting role on the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing.

In a wider shake-up, ITV has also confirmed that Cheryl and rapper Aitch will join the programme as new coaches, taking up seats in the show’s iconic red chairs.

Destiny’s Child star Kelly Rowland will remain on the coaching panel, alongside Black Eyed Peas frontman Will.I.Am, who has been a coach since the show’s launch.

However, long-serving coach Sir Tom Jones won’t be returning, alongside McFly’s Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones, who shared a joint chair.

The changes will take effect from the next series, which began filming on Friday (September 11).

The series currently airing on ITV was filmed in 2025.

ITV also paid tribute to the departing cast members.

A spokesperson said: “We thank Emma Willis, Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones for their brilliant contributions, and who all brought so much dedication, expertise and energy to The Voice UK and wish them the very best of luck as they embark on their next chapters.”

Sir Tom, 86, said he had been offered a “much-reduced role” on the show, which he was “not thrilled about”.

Kelly Rowland and Will.I.Am will be staying on as coaches for the 2027 series (Image: ITV)

He said: “The reason given is because of a financial difficulty with insurance.

“They now say in the press they wanted to ‘refresh’ the show, and with a new coaching line-up there wouldn’t be a chair for me.”

A spokesperson for ITV said: “ITV would like to thank the irreplaceable Sir Tom Jones for all his years on The Voice UK, and the countless incredible and unforgettable moments he gave the show.

“He has brought joy to audiences, and to every singer who performed for him and with him.”

How did The Voice fans react to the new presenters and coaches?

In response to the news about changes on The Voice, some fans were not particularly happy, especially regarding Sir Tom Jones’ departure.

Taking to X, one person said: “ITV thanks the ‘irreplaceable’ Sir Tom Jones by replacing him… how stupid are they?”

Another wrote: “How can they call someone irreplaceable when they’ve fired him to replace him.”

A third posted: “Calling him irreplaceable and replaced him with somebody else I don’t think they know what that word means.”

Another shared: “Replacing Tom Jones with Cheryl and Aitch.

“Surely you should have vocal talent to be qualified to judge others?”

Speaking generally about the show, one commented: “The death of The Voice”.

The history of The Voice UK

The Voice UK first aired in 2012, hosted by Holly Willoughby and Reggie Yates.

Emma Willis took over hosting duties in 2014, and joined for several series by Marvin Humes of boyband JLS.

The show moved from the BBC to ITV in 2017.

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Unlike other singing competitions, The Voice UK is known for its blind auditions, where coaches face away from contestants and judge solely on vocal talent.

If impressed, they turn their chairs to offer mentorship.

Other previous coaches on the UK series include Olly Murs, Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue, Rita Ora, Anne Marie and LeAnn Rimes.

What are your thoughts on the changes to The Voice UK’s presenters and coaches? Let us know in the comments.