LeAnn Rimes quits The Voice UK as a controversial star set to make a comeback: Complete drama explained

Country-pop artist LeAnn Rimes said she will be leaving coaching before the 14th season of The Voice UK starts. Rather, she intends to focus on her work in the United States and serve as a "mega-mentor" on the American version of the program. Her leaving has brought back panel debates because Danny Jones from McFly, who recently made news for an on-air kiss issue, is likely to return alongside Tom Fletcher, Sir Tom Jones.

In February 2024, LeAnn Rimes took Anne-Marie's place as one of four coaches on The Voice UK to work with Will. Among those included are Sir Tom Jones, Tom Fletcher, and Danny McFly.

LeAnn Rimes quits The Voice UK as controversial star Danny Jones set to make a comeback

Originally rising to fame as a country music prodigy in her teens with songs like "Blue" and "How Do I Live," she had 42 years of recording and performing under her belt. Viewers and competitors both praised her capacity to "create strong moments" and her "honest, constructive criticism."

Rimes, The Sun claims, "threw in the towel" after one UK season to "concentrate on her career in the States." Her leaving was reported on May 3, 2025. Hours later, Yahoo News, American Songwriter, and other outlets reported she will be departing the UK panel to become a mega-mentor for Team Legend on the American version of The Voice alongside Sheryl Crow.

Though she hasn't officially spoken via ITV, insiders told The Sun Rimes "loved her time on the UK show, but wants to concentrate on her career in the States." May, I am SO ready for you and the exciting new journey I am about to start! Rimes said on Instagram a few days before the announcement. Watch for changes. The speculation of a major shift in professional path.

Danny Jones of McFly is poised to return despite his recent controversy—his televised kiss with Maura Higgins generated tabloid headlines earlier this year—and producers are reportedly trying to add a new female coach to the panel to balance things out. One's bandmate Tom Fletcher initially shared a "double chair" in 2024 while training Ava Manning to triumph, earning accolades for their combined coaching approach.

Will carry on in the next fourteenth season. Amidst turmoil, the McFly duo and long-standing mainstays i.am and Sir Tom Jones provide consistency. Rimes's departure marks the end of the present pattern of coaches remaining on for many seasons. After completing many seasons, Anne-Marie, Olly Murs, and Meghan Trainor were all "axed" to "renew" the formula.

Fans' responses have been all over the map: some are glad Rimes is prioritizing her American career, while others are disappointed to see a coach who could relate to the candidates so quickly go. Entertainment analysts have noted that international versions of The Voice often move coaches across borders. Rimes has already coached in Australia, so this shift fits franchise criteria.

Legend commended Rimes for her "serious vocal instincts" and posted the work on her Instagram. Rimes will next be Mega Mentor for John Legend's team during the US Playoffs. The Voice UK producers are thinking about a high-profile female singer as a possible replacement for Rimes, who is departing the contest, to provide fresh vitality.

LeAnn Rimes's choice to quit The Voice UK emphasizes the reality that coaches may shift between national versions of worldwide television franchises such as The Voice to fit evolving professional aspirations.

Her leaving may allow Danny Jones, a "controversial" but well-liked McFly coach, to come back for the fourteenth season of the program, ensuring both continuity and new drama. As inquiries about panel shake-ups advance, fans could expect new coaching dynamics and Rimes's influence in the United States.

Divya Burman is a journalist at Primetimer 

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