As The Voice Season 26 speeds toward its grand finale, coach Michael Bublé couldn't contain his excitement about his team's success.
"I just finished rehearsing with my two babies,"
The Grammy-winning singer shared, beaming with pride,
"These are my artists, my friends, and I'm so proud of them. Shye and Sofronio have made it to the finals and they earned their way 'cause they deserve it."
The two-night live finale kicked off Monday with five finalists vying for the coveted title, a $100,000 prize, and a record deal. Among them, Team Bublé's dynamic duo – Shye and Sofronio Vasquez – delivered standout performances that left both the audience and their coach in awe.
The evening was spiced up with special appearances, including Martha Stewart's amusing critique of the coaches' fashion choices and her introduction of the playfully named "Snoop Noggy Nog" cocktail.
Shye and Sofronio’s performances on The Voice Season 26 Finale Part 1
Sofronio Vasquez, the Filipino powerhouse, proved why he's been a frontrunner since the Blind Auditions. Taking on the challenge of a Sia cover and "A Million Dreams" from The Greatest Showman, Vasquez had the crowd on their feet. His rendition of the latter prompted Snoop to declare it "one of the best performance[s] I've seen."
Bublé, who's been championing Vasquez from day one, affirmed that his protégé had accomplished everything he set out to do on The Voice.
If Vasquez brought the power, 18-year-old Shye brought the uniqueness. Her distinctive take on Joan Osborne's 1995 classic sent chills through the audience, while her emotional interpretation of a Harry Styles ballad showcased her versatility.
Bublé, who's consistently praised Shye's singular vocal style, doubled down on his support: "You are the truth. You're the real deal. This has to continue because you have to be heard. You just do."
With both Shye and Sofronio representing Team Bublé in the finale against Danny Joseph, Jeremy Beloate, and Sydney Sterlace, the crooner's emotional investment in his "two babies" might just pay off with a victory in this season of The Voice. But regardless of the outcome, it's clear that Bublé's pride in his finalists transcends the competition itself.
The final push for the grand finale
As viewers rushed to cast their votes before the Tuesday 7 a.m. ET deadline, Bublé took a moment to express his gratitude to the fans. "We love you and we thank you so much for recognizing that," he said, acknowledging the audience's role in his team's journey to the finale.
The evening, which also featured a festive duet between Michael Bublé and Carly Pearce performing "Maybe This Christmas," set the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable conclusion to season 26.
With both Shye and Sofronio representing Team Bublé in the finale against Danny Joseph, Jeremy Beloate, and Sydney Sterlace, the crooner's emotional investment in his "two babies" might just pay off with a victory. But regardless of the outcome, it's clear that Bublé's pride in his finalists transcends the competition itself.
The Voice finale part 2 is set to reveal whether Team Bublé's talented duo can turn their coach's unwavering support into a championship win. Given their spectacular performances, coupled with Bublé's masterful guidance, America's decision won't be an easy one.
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The Voice's two-hour finale airs Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 9 p.m. ET on NBC, crowning a new winner.
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