Who went home on 'The Voice' Season 28 tonight? High-stakes Playoffs deliver more heartbreaks

'The Voice' coaches Niall Horan and Snoop Dogg had to make some tough decisions in the second Playoffs night
UPDATED DEC 9, 2025
A still of DEK of Hearts on 'The Voice' Season 28 (Cover Image Source: Instagram | @nbcthevoice)
A still of DEK of Hearts on 'The Voice' Season 28 (Cover Image Source: Instagram | @nbcthevoice)

The Playoffs round of 'The Voice' Season 28 wrapped with some more heartbreak. In the latest episode, contestants from Team Niall and Team Snoop competed to secure their place in the finals. However, despite their best efforts, only two participants qualified, and the episode wrapped with jaw-dropping eliminations that delivered one of The Voice's most emotional moments yet.

A still from 'The Voice' Season 28 (Cover Image Source: Instagram | @@nbcthevoice)
A still from 'The Voice' Season 28 (Cover Image Source: Instagram | @nbcthevoice)

On The Voice Season 28 Playoffs, Ava Nat, DEK of Hearts, Kirbi, Mindy Miller, Toni Lorene, and Yoshihanaa were eliminated. However, one of these eliminated singers will still have the chance to return through 'America's Save', which allows viewers to vote one artist back into the competition, as per Parade.

Notably, Aiden Ross and Ralph Edwards, both four-chair turn artists, advanced to the finale tonight. Throughout the episode, Team Snoop showcased strong performances as Yoshihanaa delivered a powerful rendition of 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going'. Praising her performance, Snoop said that he was proud to coach her and felt she had grown tremendously in the competition.

Miller then performed 'Not Ready to Make Nice', with Snoop calling her a "sensation artist" who sounds radio-ready. Next, Lorene from Houston performed 'Bust Your Windows' by Jazmine Sullivan. Her performance moved Snoop emotionally, leading him to say, "Toni, I got tears of joy, and that's what The Voice is about, bringing people like you to the forefront."

 

Edwards from Fresno delivered a heartfelt rendition of 'A Song for You' by Donny Hathaway. His vocals struck a personal chord with Snoop, who told him, "Oh, man, you touched me. You brought back some memories of special people in my life that's not here no more." Snoop then added that it was "a pleasure having you on my team" and "a pleasure being able to work with you… so thank you, Ralph."

From Team Niall, Kirbi performed 'Bruises' by Lewis Capaldi. Niall Horan praised her emotional depth and growth, telling her, "I am so proud of you… You don't realize how good you are… It's a special gift that you've got." Ross then followed with 'The Blower's Daughter' by Damien Rice. Horran applauded his artistry, echoing Michael Bublé's guidance, saying, "It's not what you can do, it's what you should do." He congratulated Ross and added, "Aiden is a special, special talent."

Nat performed 'Ceilings' by Lizzy McAlpine. Horan praised her storytelling and emotional pull, telling her, "Your ability to tell a story is beyond belief. You can't help but lean in to every word that comes out of your mouth. Again, I am so proud of you." DEK of Hearts performed 'Helplessly Hoping'. Horran highlighted their harmony and consistency, saying, "This is again, one of my favorite songs of all time, and it is amazing how great your harmony is. It is consistent every single time, and you guys are amazing."

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