Will L Rodgers win 'The Voice' Season 25? Internet pegs autistic powerhouse as Reba McEntire's trump card
UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIFORNIA: The Playoffs for Season 25 of 'The Voice' concluded on April 29, with Reba McEntire and Chance the Rapper's artists vying for the remaining three slots on their teams, which would advance them to the live shows. However, after L Rodgers' performance, fans of the NBC program are confident that this year Team Reba will win the crown, with L leading the pack.
Reba's playoff pass went to L, thus, this was the first time they'd worked together since the battle round. L selected Pink's 'All I Know So Far' because it spans genres, much like she hopes to do with her career.
L. Rodgers bring so much passion to @Pink's "All I Know So Far" 🔥💕 #TheVoice pic.twitter.com/SqSG75iPl1
— The Voice (@NBCTheVoice) April 30, 2024
L and Anthony Ramos bonded over where they went to school and who spoke at their graduation. Anthony advised her on mic use, and Reba was pleased with her prospects heading into the performance.
On Instagram, fans wrote, "She’s great!! Might be in the finale." Another added, "Team Reba is the strongest group of singers that’s been on the voice in a very long time. You’re our choice to win!"
On X, viewers wrote, "I can envision her singing soundtracks for movies, etc. Just a unique, awesome voice." Another person chimed in, "S nsational and Extraordinary."
I can envision her singing soundtracks for movies, etc. Just a unique, awesome voice.
— Holy Forking ShirtBalls (@MissBeaHavin) April 30, 2024
S🔥nsational and Extraordinary 👏 pic.twitter.com/Kgn2Sg8iN3
— Edjail Mendes 🦅 (@ItsEdjailMendes) April 30, 2024
One user claimed, "L. Rodgers . . . . What a beautiful performance! I think she was the best so far tonight!" A fourth user wrote, "L RODGERS IS THE WINNER OF THE VOICE 25 BTW."
L. Rodgers . . . . What a beautiful performance! I think she was the best so far tonight! #TheVoice #VoicePlayoffs
— Cindy H (@MzCindy81) April 30, 2024
L Rodgers impresses 'The Voice' Season 25 coaches with Playoffs performance
L walked onto the stage with fury in her eyes, as if she knew the audience was thinking, "Really, Reba, that's who you're giving your playoff pass to?" and completely destroyed her Pink cover. L roared rather than sang, thrillingly putting enough emotion into her performance to fill a half-dozen seats.
Shay Mooney described L as the most enthusiastic member of her team, John Legend referred to her as a "saturated" and "complete" artist who understands who she is, and Reba concluded by praising her performance approach.
Who is L Rodgers in 'The Voice' Season 25?
Growing up, L always felt that something was off about her. It wasn't until a few years ago that she conducted an extensive study and discovered she was autistic.
Music has helped her cope with her autism. She grew up around music, as her father, a renowned musician, encouraged her potential.
L's embrace of her genuine self has earned her a large TikTok following of over 250,000 people.
Even as she battles Alzheimer's, she maintains a particular connection with her Memaw via singing. L thinks 'The Voice' will highlight her ability and make her Memaw proud.
Is L Rodgers in 'The Voice' Season 25 married?
In her twenties, L identified as bisexual and married a man, but she eventually valued her honesty, coming out as a lesbian and falling in love with her now-wife, Dara.
'The Voice' Season 25 airs on Mondays and Tuesdays on NBC at 8 pm and 9 pm ET respectively