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Why is Blake Shelton leaving 'The Voice'? Fans beg him to 'reconsider' as OG coach set to quit after 23 seasons

'I've decided that it's time for me to step away from The Voice after season 23,' wrote Blake Shelton in a moving Instagram post

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: For many people NBC's hit singing competition show 'The Voice' has become synonymous with Blake Shelton. Over the course of 22 seasons, and as the last standing OG coach of the show, Blake managed to capture many hearts with his witty remarks and hilarious shenanigans on the show.

So, when Blake announced on Tuesday, October 12, 2022, that he was going to "step away from 'The Voice' after next season, fans were left feeling shocked and emotional. In an Instagram post, Blake shared, "I've been wrestling with this for a while and I've decided that it's time for me to step away from The Voice after season 23. This show has changed my life in every way for the better and it will always feel like home to me." "It's been a hell of a ride over these 12 years of chair turns and I want to thank everyone at 'The Voice' from NBC, every producer, the writers, musicians, crew and catering people, you are the best. It takes a lot of work, passion, and adult beverages (Ha!) to pull off a live show twice a week,' the 46-year-old country icon added. 

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"I've made lifelong bonds with Carson and every single one my fellow coaches over the years, including my wife, Gwen Stefani! I have to give a huge shoutout to the singers – the 'Voices' who come on this stage season after season and amaze us with their talent and a special thanks to those who chose me to be their coach."  "Lastly, it's about y'all, the fans, who watch and support these artists, us coaches and everyone at 'The Voice' chasing their dreams. It wouldn't happen without you!" he concluded.

Why is Blake Shelton leaving 'The Voice'?

As soon as the internet caught the whiff of Blake's imminent exit from 'The Voice', fans couldn't help but wonder about the reason behind it. Though Blake hasn't explicitly cited any specific reason or issue as the cause of his exit, this wouldn't be the first time that Blake hinted at his exit from the show. In the past, the OG coach occassionally kept dropping hints about retirring from the show. After a successful stint of 23 seasons on 'The Voice', Blake must be ready to move onto other new and exciting ventures that will continue to challenge him.

Blake's exit announcement left many fans questioning the future of the singing competition show without him. A fan tweeted, "@blakeshelton #TheVoice Hey Blake, my friend told me today you won't be coming back to another season. Who can even replace you? I can't think if anyone to fill those boots man!!!!" "@blakeshelton #TheVoice sure gonna miss you Blake. It's not going to be the same without you," wrote a fan. "@blakeshelton #TheVoice What?! No more Blake on The Voice after next season?? No!! You cannot leave. Please reconsider," urged a fan.

Another fan shared, "I am crying so hard Blake. You made the show so special and made me smile and laugh through the years through good and bad times. I am grateful for all of that and will miss you on it so much. You are the voice." "@blakeshelton #TheVoice. Blake please do not leave The Voice! You make the show!" pointed out a fan. "@blakeshelton #TheVoice Dear Blake, please don’t ever leave THE VOICE. You are the magic that pulls everything together. I have watched this every season!" echoed a fan. "Blake Shelton has touched & inspired so many people with his talent, charm, honesty, & big kind heart. @blakeshelton’s the GOAT. It will not be the same without him on #TheVoice. I’m looking forward to whatever he decides to do on his next journey & will keep being his fan," expressed a fan.

Blake's shocking announcement came in the heels of the network releasing the news of 'The Voice' returning for Season 23. Aside from season 23 being the last season featuring the country icon, it will also feature the return of fan-favorite coach Kelly Clarkson, alongside new coaches Chance the Rapper, and Niall Horan.

'The Voice' Season 22 airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8/7c on NBC.

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