The dust has finally settled. If you’re like me, you spent the last hour biting your nails and shouting at the TV because, honestly, this season of The Voice has been a total emotional rollercoaster. We just watched the final results of the season 28 cycle, and the goodbye tonight was a heavy one.
Watching the stage tonight, you could literally feel the tension. Carson Daly has that way of stretching out a name for what feels like eternity, doesn't he?
The Voice Elimination Results: Who Left the Stage Tonight?
Tonight was the culmination of a wild ride that saw Aiden Ross from Team Niall take home the entire thing. But that means five other incredibly talented artists had to say their goodbyes right at the finish line.
If you missed the broadcast, here is the breakdown of who was eliminated during the final results show. We saw Jazz McKenzie (Team Bublé) take sixth place, followed by her teammate Max Chambers in fifth. Aubrey Nicole from Team Reba ended her run in fourth place, while the fan-favorite trio DEK of Hearts (Team Niall) secured the third-place spot. Finally, Ralph Edwards from Team Snoop finished as the runner-up.
It’s always bittersweet. These artists have been in our living rooms for months. Seeing Ralph Edwards come so close—especially giving Snoop Dogg such a strong run in his second season—was definitely a moment that had social media blowing up.
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Why These Eliminations Hit Different
Honestly, this wasn’t just a regular "who went home" night. It was the end of a very specific era for the coaching panel. With Michael Bublé coming off back-to-back wins in seasons 26 and 27, everyone was looking to see if he could pull off the "three-peat." He had two artists in the finale—Jazz and Max—but neither could quite catch the momentum that Aiden Ross had built up.
Aiden’s victory is actually huge for Niall Horan. Think about it: Niall has coached three seasons now (23, 24, and 28) and he has won every single one. That is a 100% win rate. It’s almost statistically annoying how good he is at picking the right songs for his artists.
The Shocking Margin Between First and Second
People always ask if the votes are actually close. According to sources close to the production, the gap between Aiden Ross and Ralph Edwards was one of the narrowest we've seen in several seasons.
Ralph had the "Snoop effect" behind him. Snoop brings a different kind of energy to the show—very relaxed, very "coach-as-a-mentor" rather than just a judge. It clearly resonated with a massive part of the voting block. But Aiden’s performance of "When the Party's Over" earlier in the season had already cemented him as the "one to beat."
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The Real Story Behind Team Reba’s Final Stand
Aubrey Nicole finishing in fourth was a bit of a shock for the country purists. Reba McEntire is the Queen of Country, and Aubrey was basically her protégé. She was consistent. She was polished. But in a finale dominated by powerhouse vocalists and unique indie-pop styles, the traditional country vote might have been split with the DEK of Hearts fans.
It’s a reminder that The Voice isn't always a singing competition in the traditional sense. It's a "who can capture the zeitgeist in 90 seconds" competition.
What Happens to the Artists Now?
Usually, the winner gets the record deal and the headlines, but we've seen time and again that the people who got eliminated tonight often have better long-term careers. Think about Jennifer Hudson or Adam Lambert (wrong shows, I know, but the principle holds).
- Ralph Edwards is reportedly already in talks for a collaboration with Snoop. You don't just lose a talent like that.
- DEK of Hearts already won the "Mic Drop" competition earlier in the season, which landed them a performance at the Rose Parade. That’s massive exposure.
- Max Chambers, at only 14 years old, has his whole life ahead of him. Bublé basically promised to mentor him regardless of the show's outcome.
Looking Ahead to Next Season
Now that the lights are off on the season 28 stage, the rumor mill is already spinning about who will be in those red chairs for season 29. We know the show likes to cycle the coaches to keep things fresh.
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Will Niall come back to defend his perfect record? Or will he go out on top like a champion? Personally, I think we might see a return of some OGs, but for tonight, we just need to process the fact that the season is over.
If you’re feeling the post-finale blues, the best thing you can do is go stream the original music from these artists. They don't get the big prize money, so those Spotify and Apple Music plays actually matter for their rent. Check out Ralph’s latest singles or Aubrey’s country covers. They’re worth the listen.
Keep an eye on the official NBC socials for the casting calls if you think you've got what it takes to be the one standing there next year. Just remember to pick a song that shows off your range in the first ten seconds—that's the real secret.