The Voice Australia looks set to have a major cast change following Guy Sebastian’s shock exit from the singing competition this week.
Reports have emerged that current coaches Kate Miller-Heidke and Adam Lambert are set to follow the 43-year-old hitmaker out the door.
And a source claimed the network is trying to lure former fan favorites, including Keith Urban, to return as coach.
“The line-up Channel Seven wants is Keith Urban, Jessica Mauboy, Ronan Keating and LeAnn Rimes,” a source said. Yahoo Lifestyle on Saturday.
Urban, 57, last appeared on the reality show as a coach in 2022 and fans were ecstatic when he appeared earlier this year as a guest.
“Keith was asked about returning when he recorded a performance for the grand finale and seemed open to the idea, as long as it works with his wife Nicole Kidman’s plans to return to Australia at the same time,” the source said.
The source also confirmed that American singer Rimes, 42, is likely to return in 2025.
“In the lead-up to the end of this year, LeAnn’s management continued to talk about the upcoming series and what she plans to do differently,” the source added.
It looks like The Voice Australia is set to have a major cast change with a source revealing the network is trying to lure back old fan favorites including Keith Urban (pictured).
“LeAnn was clear about her ambition to return next year and Channel Seven is keen to have her back after her artist win.”
They also said that fans shouldn’t expect to see Kate has returned since appearing “a little out of place” on the show.
Meanwhile, Ronan Keating, 47, was last seen on The Voice Australia in 2016 and has appeared as a judge on the series in the UK and Germany.
The source said the former Boyzone singer was very interested in appearing again on the Australian version of the show.
Guy Sebastian (pictured) quit The Voice Australia on Wednesday after six years
comes later Sebastian sensationally quit The Voice Australia on Wednesday.
The Australian Idol winner shared the lengthy and shocking announcement on Instagram in several black and white slides.
He began by congratulating the show’s current winner, Reuben De Melo, before detailing how he came to his dramatic decision.
“I have some news to share with all of you about my role as a voice coach,” he began.
‘I have made the decision to take a break from the best red chair on the planet.
‘It’s been a fantastic six years as a coach and honestly it’s been the best job ever! “I have nothing but good things to say about the program itself and sharing the panel with such incredible coaches has been a pleasure.”
Yahoo Lifestyle reported Saturday that current coaches Kate Miller-Heidke (second from left) and Adam Lambert (far right) are ready to follow Guy Sebastian out the door. Also pictured: LeAnn Rimes
He then went on to reflect on his time on the program.
“The best thing about the show is how positive it is and how much care and passion is put into making it a safe place for artists,” he continued.
‘For me now is the time to focus more on my core, which is writing and performing new music.
“I’m busy planning shows in Australia and around the world and I’m looking forward to getting out and connecting with all of you there.”
Ronan Keating, 47, was last seen in the big red chair on The Voice Australia in 2016.
The Angels Brought Me Here singer concluded with a chat about his upcoming album, which he’s put his heart and soul into for the past four years, before ending with a warning.
“Whoever has the audacity to occupy my chair, don’t get too comfortable… I will fight to get it back without dignity when I am ready to return,” he wrote.
Channel Seven was quick to offer its well wishes.
‘Guy has been a powerful coach for The Voice on Seven. “His mentorship and mastery of the craft has been inspiring to both our Voice artists and viewers, as well as the production team and everyone at Seven,” said Brook Hall, Chief Content Officer, Seven Network.
‘We thank Guy for his unwavering passion and positive energy on set, and wish him the best for the coming year, the release of his new album and his live shows.
“Our full lineup of coaches for the 2025 season of The Voice will be revealed in the coming months.”
