ITV has announced the addition of three new coaches for the next series of The Voice UK.
Olly Murs and Anne-Marie were dropped from their roles after the 2023 edition, but in a show first, they will be replaced by three coaches rather than two via the addition of a new "double-chair".
McFly bandmates Danny Jones and Tom Fletcher - the former of whom is a regular on The Voice Kids - will operate in unison on the double-chair and must both agree in order to turn.
Meanwhile, country music legend LeAnn Rimes has joined as Anne-Marie's replacement and will take up a spot opposite show veterans will.i.am and Sir Tom Jones.
"I'm truly excited and grateful to take on the role of coach on The Voice UK and to be joining an epic panel of coaches," said Rimes.
"Being able to work with and nurture emerging, vibrant talent in the UK represents a new chapter of my heart felt connection with the wonderful fans I've had deep ties with for decades.
"I'm looking forward to offering my heart and guidance, sharing what I've learned through my own musical journey, and discovering the extraordinary talent that the UK is renowned for."
will.i.am - an ever-present alongside host Emma Willis - said: "We are switching it up with three new Coaches and a twist to our Red Chair seating, welcoming the youngest-ever GRAMMY Award-winner LeAnn Rimes, and the amazing Danny Jones and his McFly bandmate Tom Fletcher.
"And it's an honour to be teaming up for the 12th time with national treasure and musician extraordinaire Sir Tom Jones."
Jones and Fletcher said in a joint statement: "To be making The Voice UK history as the first ever double chair combo is going to be epic and we're both ready for the challenge. And of course, we couldn't ask to be in greater company than our fellow Voice family members Emma, will, sir Tom and LeAnn. Roll on the talent!"
The new series is being filmed over the coming weeks and will be broadcast on ITV at the end of the year.
Neil Wilkes
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