LeAnn Rimes 'to exit' The Voice after teasing 'scary' career move

LeAnn Rimes has sensationally quit as a coach on the UK version of The Voice after just one season. 42, was something of a star signing to the show for the thirteenth season - which aired last year.

Her time in the swivelling chair in the UK saw her offering guidance and advice to hopefuls alongside other star performers. Black Eyed Peas legend - the only star to appear on every season of the UK version of the series - sat alongside LeAnn. As did Welsh wonder - while singers and worked together to find contenders for their group.

Ahead of appearing on the UK version of The Voice, LeAnn - who was also a coach on the Australian version of the show in 2024 - shared her excitement over taking part.

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She said before appearing on the series: "I love connecting with all of the artists, finding songs they connect to and creating these performances. For me it’s not just about creating performances but creating moments that are really powerful."

But now it appears her time on the show is over - with a source telling “LeAnn loved her time on the UK show, but wants to focus on her career in the States. She was hugely popular with cast and crew and everybody loved having her as part of the team.

“Bosses are currently on the lookout for another female singer to join the all-star line-up, they haven’t made a decision just yet but are having conversations." The has contacted a representative of LeAnn for comment.

Hours before the report of her exit broke, she hinted she was planning new things for the months ahead. In a reflective post that she shared on , she wrote: "Thank you all for making April full of love, laughter and connection.

"May, I am SO ready for you and the exciting new journey I am about to embark on! Stay tuned." Among a collection of photos she also shared a screenshot of a post she had previously shared on X which also hinted at pastures new.

She wrote on the platform: "Uh…. Making a very big life/career decision this morning. Something completely new and different. Something a bit scary and out of my comfort zone… I think I have to say yes! Maybe."

It is believed, however, that LeAnn's time with The Voice franchise is not at an end - as she is tipped to appear on the US version of the show.

Back to The Voice UK, however, and it is believed that Danny and Tom will return as judges again. The inclusion of Danny has been branded "controversial" by The Sun in light of recent events that rocked his marriage.

The Star Girl singer shocked fans in March when footage of him kissing former contestant Maura Higgins went viral. The lip locking action was explosive as he has been married to model Georgia Horsley since 2014 - and they share a young son together.

After being caught out, the McFly singer issued a grovelling online apology, writing: “I want to deeply apologise to my wife and family for putting them in this situation. I love them so much and we’ll continue to deal with this privately."

He added: “I love you guys, thank you for your patience, understanding, and support. See you all soon, Danny.”

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