ITV has unveiled a new line-up for The Voice UK, with Alesha Dixon and Stacey Solomon taking over from Emma Willis as hosts of season 15.
There is also a major change in coaches, as the famous red chairs will see the arrival of platinum-selling rapper Aitch and global pop icon Cheryl, who will be making their debut as coaches as they begin their hunt for the nation's next vocal powerhouse.
Aitch and Cheryl will take their places alongside Kelly Rowland, who returns for a second season as coach. They join long-standing coach will.i.am.
Earlier this week, it was confirmed that Sir Tom Jones would not be returning to the show. Addressing his exit in a statement shared on social media, the music legend made it clear he did not want to leave as he loves "the show and really appreciate the audience".
"ITV made this decision - obviously a while ago, and I was told just recently. 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."
Sir Tom claimed that ITV has offered him "a much-reduced role" where he would make an appearance but would not be involved from the start – something he is "not thrilled" about.
"So the only thing I know right now, is that there's never a good time to fire an 86-year-old who's still pretty good at his job," he concluded.
View oEmbed on the source websiteA spokesperson for The Voice UK told Radio Times: "We have loved working with Sir Tom Jones over the past nine years on The Voice UK. While he will no longer be a full-time coach on series 15, we continue to talk to Sir Tom and his team about his involvement in the next series."
In an additional statement, ITV has thanked Sir Tom "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," the statement read.
It continued: "We also 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."
Emma Willis's exit follows her new role as co-host on Strictly Come Dancing, which she joins alongside Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe as a trio of presenters.
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The Voice UK season 15 will air in 2027. Season 14 continues on Saturday 12 September at 7pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
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