'The Voice' Season 25 finale: Internet demands Nathan Chester and John Legend go on tour with new record deal
UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIFORNIA: Nathan Chester's cheerful cover of the Isley Brothers' 'It's Your Thing' made many people think of him as a champion. However, when the Season 25 finalist entered the stage with coach John Legend on May 21 episode of 'The Voice', viewers couldn't help but want to see the combo on tour.
Before host Carson Daly announced the Season 25 winner on Tuesday, there were a number of acts to appreciate. From guests to finalists, everybody performs with their own coach.
Nathan Chester and @johnlegend's timeless performance of "When a Man Loves a Woman" by Percy Sledge gave us CHILLS ❤️ #TheVoice pic.twitter.com/J2pUQBDcOH
— The Voice (@NBCTheVoice) May 22, 2024
Nathan also joined his coach, John, onstage for a duet of "When a Man Loves a Woman." The 28-year-old cruise ship entertainer matched his coach's enthusiasm for the timeless classic.
After the duo's performance, one viewer suggested, "Make a record!! This was perfect!" Another person chimed in, "Please with you and Nathan record this and release it,so I can add it to my Playlist to listen to over and over... In fact an entire Album isn't a bad idea.. Y'all just unseated Percy as my favorite version of this song.."
Please with you and Nathan record this and release it,so I can add it to my Playlist to listen to over and over... In fact an entire Album isn't a bad idea.. Y'all just unseated Percy as my favorite version of this song..
— Janet Beach (@PuterPoohB) May 22, 2024
One user also tweeted, "Nathan is so good!!! He & John are sounding good together." A fourth user felt, "I love this duet by John Legend and Nathan Chester. It’s legendary!"
Nathan is so good!!! He & John are sounding good together 🙌🏼 #TheVoice
— charly 🌼 (@charlyy_brownn) May 22, 2024
I love this duet by John Legend and Nathan Chester. It’s legendary! #TheVoice
— Paul Onufrey (@onufreyonboard) May 22, 2024
One user also suggested, "John and Nathan need to take their act on the road! That was so good!" Another person added, "John and Nathan with a classic! This is another really good duet!"
John and Nathan need to take their act on the road! That was so good! #TheVoice
— Two Chair Turn Podcast (@twochairturnpod) May 22, 2024
John and Nathan with a classic! This is another really good duet! #TheVoice #VoiceFinale
— Cindy H (@MzCindy81) May 22, 2024
Who is Nathan Chester in 'The Voice' Season 25?
Nathan is a professional singer from Chicago. He now resides in Nashville, Tennessee, and makes a career performing on cruise ships.
Nathan claims in his Instagram bio that he is a "singer, songwriter, actor, and wantrepreneur," which indicates he wants to build his own business in addition to his work as an artist. Nathan and his girlfriend, Emily Viancourt, plan to "expand their business by creating multiple shows tailored for cruise lines," according to his NBC bio.
Nathan attended Oak Park and River Forest High School in Illinois, where he participated in musical theater and choir, according to his music teacher. After high school, Nathan attended Waldorf University to pursue a musical theater degree while simultaneously auditioning for theater plays with the goal of making it to Broadway.
Nathan's NBC profile states that he was raised primarily by a single mother, beginning when he was three years old. He also thanks his brother Michael for igniting his love for guitar and singing.
Did Nathan Chester win 'The Voice' Season 25?
Nathan had already auditioned for 'The Voice' in 2011. Although he did not make it to the blind auditions, he met a participant from Season 21 of the program years later and was introduced to a producer, which led to his audition for Season 25.
Karen Waldrup finished fifth, Nathan fourth, and Bryan Olesen came in third. Asher HaVon of Team Reba won 'The Voice' Season 25, while Josh Sanders finished second in the season-long competition.
When will 'The Voice' Season 26 air?
Season 26 of 'The Voice' debuts in the fall of 2024, with Gwen Stefani and Reba McEntire (for the third consecutive season!) returning as coaches . They'll be joined by two Coach newcomers, Michael Bublé and Snoop Dogg.