Adam Levine Announces Return To 'The Voice' After 2019's Controversial Exit
Adam Levine is making a surprising return to the red swivel chair!
After a controversial exit in 2019 left fans singing a different tune, the Maroon 5 frontman is ready to reclaim his spot on the iconic singing competition stage.
Judging by a video announcing his return, Adam Levine seems ready to raise the next generation of vocalists on season 27 of "The Voice."
Adam Levine Says He Is 'Well Rested' And Ready For 'The Voice'
After a five-year break from the show, Levine announced his comeback via Instagram on June 5, expressing his excitement and readiness to rejoin the coaching panel.
The singer, who served as a judge on "The Voice" for 16 seasons over eight years, addressed his fans directly in a video, acknowledging the widespread calls for his return.
"Yeah, we're back. We're coming back. I'm coming back is what I mean," he said with enthusiasm. He further confirmed his return for the next season, set to premiere next spring, saying:
"I'm so excited. I cannot wait. I'm well-rested, I'm ready to go."
Despite his extensive experience on the show, Levine humorously admitted feeling "a little nervous" before quickly correcting himself with confidence. "No, I'm not. It's gonna be awesome. Let's go!" he stated emphatically.
Reviving his competitive spirit, Levine concluded with a playful jab at his fellow coaches: "Team Adam is back. I feel bad for the other teams. Season 27 is going to be different. Voice fans, here we come."
Fans Celebrate Adam Levine's Return To 'The Voice'
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Levine's announcement that he is returning to "The Voice" ignited a wave of excitement among fans.
The 45-year-old shared the news on social media, captioning his post with, "the OG is back in the building! I'M COMING BACK to #TheVoice next Spring 2025 ???? Can't wait! V27 @nbcthevoice #TeamAdam."
The comments section quickly filled with enthusiastic reactions from his followers, who could not contain their excitement. One fan wrote, "Let's go big vibes baby h*ll yes," while another exclaimed, "HE'S BAAAAAACK!!!!!!!!"
A third highlighted the high expectations for the upcoming season: "OMG!!!! Big blessings and Big vibes!!!! Let's turn it up!!"
"HE'S BACK YA'll," wrote an elated follower, while another chimed in, "Let's goooooo winning time." Another enthusiastic supporter simply expressed, "Ugh yessssssss," summing up the general excitement.
What Caused The Singer's Exit From 'The Voice'
While fans eagerly await Adam Levine's return to "The Voice," it's worth revisiting his departure from the show in 2019.
In October 2019, Levine opened up about his departure from the competition show during an interview on Howard Stern's radio show. Reflecting on his decision, Levine admitted:
"I was ready to not be doing it anymore, I think for a little bit. I think that when it all kind of naturally happened, I was like, 'OK, it feels right.' For better or worse, the moment in which we decided to walk away felt really good. It was the right time for me to go."
Levine described his time on "The Voice" as a "life-altering experience" but emphasized that he needed to prioritize his family. "It got to the point where I got married, I had two kids, and I wanted to spend time with them," he explained.
Adam Levine's Scandal Resurfaced In Podcast Teaser
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In February 2023, The Blast reported that Levine's alleged "sexting" with random women on Instagram in 2022 came back to haunt him on Alex Cooper's "Call Her Daddy." In a dramatic teaser, Cooper asked her guest:
"I was a huge Maroon 5 fan, and I'm glad that you agreed to sit down with me today and discuss the scandal surrounding the infidelity in your marriage. How many times did you cheat with women that you met on Instagram?"
The video then abruptly cuts to a black screen, with Levine's voice serenading "She Will Be Loved" in the background. However, in a twist, the podcast guest turns out to be actor Adam Devine, not Adam Levine.
Cooper cleared up the confusion in the podcast, exclaiming, "It's Adam Devine, not Adam Levine, thank f-king God." Devine humorously echoed her relief, saying, "Thank f—king God."
Adam Devine Clears Up Identity Mistake
Going by the "Call Her Daddy" podcast teaser, it seemed like Devine had to clear the air to avoid a mistake in identity between him and the musician Adam Levine.
Taking to Instagram, Devine reassured his fanbase that he and his wife, Chloe Bridges were "doing great and going strong." In a heartfelt post, Devine shared a selfie with Bridges, captioned:
"Just want to post this and say that my wife @chloebridges and I are doing great and going strong. I am not Adam Levine. He's a different guy and a worse singer. We are however naming our future baby Sumner."
This playful caption referenced allegations made by Instagram model Sumner Stroh in a TikTok video. Stroh claimed to have had an affair with Levine and shared screenshots alleging that the musician planned to name his new baby after her.
