The Voice Announces New Celebrity Edition
- NBC announced on August 4, 2026, the development of a new "Celebrity" version of its singing competition series, The Voice.
- The new iteration of the franchise will feature established public figures competing in the singing contest, a departure from the standard format that focuses on undiscovered talent.
- The Voice has historically utilized a "blind audition" process where celebrity coaches judge contestants based solely on their vocal performance without seeing them.
NBC announced on August 4, 2026, the development of a new “Celebrity” version of its singing competition series, The Voice. The announcement was shared via social media by Carson Daly, who serves as the show’s host.
The new iteration of the franchise will feature established public figures competing in the singing contest, a departure from the standard format that focuses on undiscovered talent. According to the post by Daly, the project is officially upcoming, though specific premiere dates or the full roster of celebrity participants were not listed in the initial announcement.
The Voice has historically utilized a “blind audition” process where celebrity coaches judge contestants based solely on their vocal performance without seeing them. While the show has previously featured celebrity guests and special episodes, a dedicated celebrity version aligns the series with other competition formats that utilize known personalities to drive viewership.
Daly’s announcement on August 4, 2026, confirmed the move to the network’s audience, identifying the project as a new version of the existing @nbcthevoice brand.