23 November 2011
Holly is set to present BBC 1′s The Voice
Holly Willoughby and Reggie Yates have been confirmed as hosts of The Voice UK. As well as presenting the programme, they will provide interviews with competing artistes and the celebrity coaching panel.
Holly said: “I’m so excited to be hosting The Voice. When it launched in America I watched one of the shows and thought it was just a fantastic format, and when I heard it was coming to the UK I thought to myself how incredible it would be to be a part of it. It’s going to be one roller coaster of a ride and I can’t wait to get started!”
Reggie Yates is known to music lovers throughout the country for his Radio 1 Request and Chart shows, Glastonbury, Reading, T-in the Park and Big Weekend coverage, and hosting the MOBO Awards. He’s also appeared on Move Like Michael Jackson, Famous, Rich And In The Slums and presented three music specials for MTV.
Reggie says: “I’m so delighted to get this job and be part of such a credible music show. The format of The Voice in America has worked brilliantly and I have no doubt it will be just as successful on British TV.
BBC One Controller Danny Cohen says: “Holly and Reggie feel like a perfect partnership for The Voice. They are both big fans of the show and will bring a huge amount of passion and enthusiasm to the production.”
Jessie J has been confirmed as the first celebrity coach on The Voice and three more artistes will be announced in the near future. The Voice UK is slated for Spring, 2012 on BBC One.
Lydia says
I’m so used to seeing Holly and Fearne or Fearne and Reggie, so it will be interesting to see you and Reggie present together
Kirsty says
Congratulations Holly! x
Carise says
Congrats Holly and Reggie. – love, love, love you Holly! And good luck with ‘The Voice’ I know you’ll be amazing! X
Connall says
Grats holly!
Duncan says
Conrats on the new job but does the UK really need yet another talent show?
freddie says
Yes!! good teaming, holly & Reggie, just hope BBC don’t mess with the format, it works well in USA, where the judges actually sing with the contestants, I’ve seen a few of the shows & I think Cheryl Cole & Jessie J would be ideal judges, plus John Barrowman & Michael Buble, Dream Team!!!
pat says
GOOD LUCK HOLLY X
mary says
GOOD LUCK HOLLY IM SURE IT WILL BE A GREAT SUCCESS WITH YOU AS HOST CANT WAIT TO VEIW
audrey from ireland says
Congrads Holly, you will be missed from Dancing on Ice, but looking forward to The Voice, as also a mum of two I love your work! On this morning you keep me sane!! XX
terry says
is it true that Holly living this morning show? to go and do the voice? xx
tracey1308 says
congratulations Holly,will be strange not seeing you and Philip together on Ice though
Laura Bokhoree says
Holly just wanted to say that I think your wonderful, a beautiful mummy with a fantastic career. I aspire to be like you, I think your an inspiration and a fab role model to all young women out there. Plus my husband has a mega crush on you! Lol xxx Good luck with the Voice next year.
Sue says
Will look forward to that Holly – think you will be amazing!!
sdrich says
are you leaving this morning i do so hope not
karen says
well holly it will be better than being cold
on dancing on ice i wish oyu all the best.
Martina Bowden says
Congratulations Holly on presenting The Voice. Miss you badly on Dancing on Ice though… x
Michael Acreman says
congratulations Holly,but dont do too much, remember your family.