Who will win 'The Voice' Season 28? Early predictions hint at a Team Reba finalist taking the crown
The stellar journey of 'The Voice' Season 28 is about to conclude, with the finale set to air on Monday, December 15, and Tuesday, December 16. The competition has now narrowed down to six top contestants representing the teams of coaches Michael Bublé, Snoop Dogg, Reba McEntire, and Niall Horan. The stakes are especially high for Horan and Bublé, who have never lost a season, leaving fans wondering who will ultimately take home the prestigious title of 'The Voice' winner. While we’ll have to wait for the finale to know this season's champion, let's take a look at the chances each finalist has.
1. Jazz McKenzie (Team Michael)
Jazz McKenzie of Team Michael is widely predicted to finish in fourth place by several betting websites, with her winning odds standing at +325. A powerhouse soul singer shaped by her church roots, McKenzie broke out in 2018 after a standout hometown performance in Huntsville, as per Just Jared. Since then, she has had a career in sales with a growing music profile, performing from private venues to major events, including headlining the 2024 Panoply Arts Festival and sharing stages with artists like Doug E. Fresh and Chrisette Michele.
2. Ralph Edwards (Team Snoop)
Betting websites have Ralph Edwards tied for second place with odds of +300, meaning a $100 bet on him to win would return $300 in profit. Edwards discovered his love for music at age 3, inspired by his late grandfather, and turned to singing for comfort after his loss. Though he first pursued sports, joining the choir at Fresno City College reignited his passion through tours and competitions, setting him on the path to becoming a full-time musician. Notably, Edwards also stands out not only for his voice but also for his persistence, having auditioned for 'The Voice' whopping 11 times, while also fronting the California-based band VibeCheck, where he performs soulful covers alongside his solo career, as per American Songwriter.
3. Aiden Ross (Team Niall)
As per betting websites, Aiden Ross, from Team Niall, is expected to finish second with +300 odds. A Texas A&M engineering sophomore, Ross is a member of the elite a cappella group HardChord DynaMix and developed his musical passion through school musicals, family sing-alongs, and learning guitar as a teenager. Ross has also performed at local events and at his family's Rockberry Ranch near San Antonio, and gets inspiration from artists like Billie Eilish and Lizzy McAlpine. He is also known for reimagining female-led songs in his own style as he fulfills a longtime dream of appearing on the show.
4. Aubrey Nicole (Team Reba)
Betting websites currently favor Aubrey Nicole to win 'The Voice' Season 28, giving her +175 odds, meaning a $100 bet would return $175 in winnings if she takes first place. Nicole grew up in a small town on the Maryland–Pennsylvania line and was encouraged early by her supportive parents. Nicole pursued music seriously with her mother's help to attend Belmont University, where she's now a junior developing a soulful country-gospel-blues sound inspired by artists like Carrie Underwood and Chris Stapleton while drawing inspiration from farm life as she steps onto 'The Voice' stage.
