Emma Willis will return to host The Voice UK's new series, ITV has confirmed, weeks after she was announced as a new presenter on Strictly Come Dancing. The show returns after a year-long hiatus with a new judge and a 'game-changing' twist.
New Judge and Returning Coaches
Kelly Rowland joins the coaching panel alongside Sir Tom Jones, will.i.am, and returning champions Danny Jones and Tom Fletcher. Rowland takes her place in the famous red chair for the first time.
Emma will be "steering the show through every emotional high note, electrifying performance, and dramatic chair turn," the broadcaster said.
'Rewind' Feature Added
The channel also unveiled an innovative 'Rewind' feature. During the Blind Auditions, each coach can reconsider a performer who left without any chair turns. ITV revealed: "If a coach realises they have made a mistake, they can hit Rewind, bring the act back, and offer them a place on their team. However, with only one Rewind available to each coach, they must choose their moment wisely. For an act who thought their journey was over, it could change everything."
Emma's Comments
Emma has previously spoken about the long hours filming the pre-recorded show, saying: "It’s a nightmare on your back and feet because it is five-hour blocks of standing up consistently. It’s like being at a gig without a glass of wine!" She also teased causing trouble, quipping: "Next time, I might just run out there and push someone else’s button, not wait to be asked to sit in a chair. I might just go rogue. I think I need an Ant and Dec-style Golden Buzzer from Britain’s Got Talent. But I’ve been asking for that for years. Let’s have five coaches, give me a button!"
After her Strictly announcement, she said: "It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of Strictly – I’ve cheered and danced along from my sofa for years - so to be stepping into the Strictly ballroom is something I can’t quite comprehend. It’s impossible to fill the shoes that Tess and Claudia have left behind - two wonderful, iconic women who have been the beating heart of Strictly for so long. I can only hope that we are able to help to steer the ship as beautifully as they have, into this new chapter. I can’t wait to spend my weekends with Josh and Jojo, the incredible dancers and the judges. Fingers crossed for a 10 from them!"
The Voice UK is coming soon to ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player.
