The Voice season 26 Playoffs Part 3: Who went home tonight?

Modified Nov 27, 2024 04:46 GMT

The third and final night of The Voice season 26 Playoffs aired on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, wrapping up an intense round of performances as Team Michael Bublé took center stage. Five talented artists—Shye, Cameron Wright, Jaukeem Fortson, Sloane Simon, and Sofronio Vasquez—competed for the last two coveted spots in the Live Shows.

In the end, coach Michael Bublé selected Shye and Sofronio Vasquez to move forward, while Cameron Wright, Jaukeem Fortson, and Sloane Simon were sent home. This episode also marked the conclusion of the Playoff stage, with each team now finalized for the Live Shows set to begin on December 2, 2024.

The Voice season 26 Playoffs Part 3 highlights and elimination

Who went home tonight?

In the final Playoffs episode, Team Michael Bublé's Cameron Wright, Jaukeem Fortson, and Sloane Simon were eliminated. Despite their memorable performances, Michael made tough choices based on stage presence, vocal growth, and potential.

Cameron performed Whitney Houston's Exhale (Shoop Shoop), a heartfelt tribute to his grandmother, who had shared the song's significance with him. While his falsetto moments were praised for their emotional depth and authenticity, Michael ultimately felt that other artists demonstrated a greater overall readiness for The Voice Live Shows.

Jaukeem showcased his versatility by performing Michael Jackson’s Man in the Mirror, stepping outside his usual Christian music repertoire. Though his gradual build throughout the song impressed both Michael and guest mentor Carly Pearce, the competition's high stakes left him just shy of advancing.

Sloane’s rendition of Good Luck, Babe! by Chappell Roan highlighted her dual pop and country influences, a unique blend that captivated the judges. However, with only two slots available, Sloane’s journey ended here despite her dynamic stage presence and vocal richness.

Who are the artists advancing to The Voice Live Shows

The teams advancing to the Live Shows for season 26 have now been finalized. Each coach narrowed their roster to two standout performers, creating a diverse lineup of artists ready to compete for the title.

Team Snoop Dogg will be represented by Christina Eagle and Jeremy Beloate, both of whom impressed with their unique styles and commanding stage presence, with Mega Mentor Jennifer Hudson saying to Jeremy,

"It's such a beautiful instrument and he has those operatic tones."

Team Reba McEntire selected Adam Bohanan and Danny Joseph, whose performances showcased a strong connection to country music and heartfelt storytelling. Reba applauded Danny's performance during the Knockouts, saying,

"Danny, you're a wild man."

Meanwhile, Team Gwen Stefani advanced Jan Dan and Sydney Sterlace, two versatile singers who delivered memorable renditions in their Playoff rounds. Stefani commended Sydney, saying,

“You’re gifted, you’re talented, and you’ve grown! Sydney can go to the Finale. She’s just super in touch with how to, like, build a song and be emotional!"

Finally, Team Michael Bublé chose Shye and Sofronio Vasquez, whose emotional and technically skilled performances earned their spots.

"He's special, he's unique...He reminds me of a mix between Bruno Mars and Michael Jackson," Bublé said about Vasquez.

The Voice Live Shows start on NBC on Monday, December 2, 2024, where contestants perform live, and American audience votes decide their fate. Watch Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT and Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT, or stream episodes the next day on Peacock.

Edited by Divya Singh