‘The Voice’ Season 28 Coaching Lineup Unveiled: Fans React to Star-Studded Panel

NBC has officially revealed the coaching panel for Season 28 of The Voice, igniting passionate responses across social media. The new lineup brings together Snoop Dogg, Niall Horan, Reba McEntire, and Michael Bublé, promising a blend of musical diversity, coaching insight, and star power that’s already sparking debate among fans.

The announcement was made on May 12, 2025, through a dynamic video posted to The Voice’s official social media accounts. Accompanied by the caption, “Yes, you saw that right. Presenting our Coaches for this fall on The Voice…”, the clip quickly went viral — but not without controversy.

A Polarizing Panel: Praise and Pushback from Viewers

While some fans celebrated the mix of genres and personalities, others voiced disappointment. Critics focused particularly on Snoop Dogg’s return, questioning his fit within the show’s format. Comments ranged from “Any but Snoop – won’t watch with him…” to “The show is starting to feel like the Snoop Dogg Show.”

Others questioned the overall direction of the show, with references to past controversies and dissatisfaction with coaching choices. Still, many responded enthusiastically, especially to Niall Horan’s comeback, calling it “the best lineup in years.”

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Returning Coaches Share Their Vision

Snoop Dogg, reflecting on his initial experience during Season 26, described his approach to the Blind Auditions:

“My strategy was to look, listen, and learn… Once I understood it, I could add some Snoop-ism to try and get the Artist to come home.”

Michael Bublé, also returning, admitted that the audition process pushed him outside his comfort zone.

“I tried to use humor to break down barriers and show artists I could help them grow. My dad always told me: If you’re good, you don’t need to tell people.”
His authenticity paid off when his team member, Sofronio Vasquez, took home the Season 26 crown.

Reba McEntire on Replacing a Legend

Country icon Reba McEntire, who joined in Season 26, addressed the challenge of stepping into Blake Shelton’s former seat:

“Nobody can replace Blake. I’m just here to have fun and represent country music the best I can.”

She emphasized a gentle coaching philosophy:

“I can’t be a mean judge. I just want to offer advice and encouragement — not crush anyone’s dreams.”
Reba credited fellow coaches like John Legend, Gwen Stefani, and Horan for teaching her how to support artists with empathy.

Niall Horan: Passion for Mentorship

Horan, who first appeared as a coach in Season 23, expressed enthusiasm for discovering new talent:

“I’m excited to win this thing. I was super selective with my team because I wanted diversity — different voices, different genres, just real character.”

Fans online echoed that sentiment with hashtags like #TeamNiall trending after the reveal.

Looking Ahead: What Season 28 Promises

As The Voice gears up for its fall 2025 premiere, anticipation is already high. The new season promises to blend veteran wisdom with rising stars, heartfelt stories, and fierce competition. Whether fans are cheering or criticizing, one thing is certain — Season 28 will be one to watch.