Sir Tom Jones 'leaving The Voice' as full time coach

Sir Tom Jones is reportedly leaving his role as a full-time coach on The Voice. The 86-year-old music icon, who has been on the ITV singing competition since its launch in 2012, is said to be leaving the panel with pop icon Cheryl and rapper Aitch joining will.i.am and Kelly Rowland on a new look team. A source told The Sun newspaper's TVBiz column: "Everyone loves Sir Tom but there was a feeling that the upcoming series needed a major refresh. "With Aitch and Cheryl coming on board and Kelly returning with will.i.am, there just wasn't a seat going." However, it's said the Delilah hitmaker will still have a role to play, which will see him appear part-time as the series goes on. The insider added: "Sir Tom adores the show and finding new talent and still wanted to be involved. "He will return later in the series as a super-mentor." Back in July, The Sun reported that Aitch would be replacing McFly's Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones. Meanwhile, Emma Willis is set to leave after landing the Strictly Come Dancing hosting job alongside Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe. Kelly Rowland joined The Voice's panel in 2025, with the former Destiny's Child singer revealing that she was excited by the opportunity. Kelly, 45 - who previously appeared as a judge on the UK version of The X Factor - said at the time: "I am excited to join The Voice UK as a coach, and am looking forward to working with the excellent and passionate coaches the show is known for. "I can't wait to hear all the new talent and to go to battle for my team. Let's go!" Sir Tom also revealed before the most recent series that he was looking forward to working with Kelly. The chart-topping singer raved: "It's always a pleasure to return to The Voice UK as every year I'm reminded of the incredible talent we have in this country. "I'm looking forward to sitting alongside will.i.am once again, having Tom and Danny in their chair for a second series, and of course I'm excited to welcome Kelly Rowland to the panel. She's an amazing artist with a huge amount of experience to share."