LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In the years since they grabbed the top spot, the winners of NBC's Emmy-winning singing competition have had varied degrees of success. Learn what they are all doing these days.
Since its debut in 2011, 'The Voice' has dazzled fans with incredible talent from around the United States, awarding 23 champions. Winners of 'The Voice' have always gone on to achieve great success after participating in the show. While it hasn't changed since the first episode, the show's all-star coaching staff has.
Continue reading to find out who else has won 'The Voice' and what they're up to now.
Javier Colon
Javier Colon won 'The Voice' in 2011 on Adam Levine's team and later that year released his third full-length studio album, 'Come on for You,' on Universal Republic. In 2014, Javier signed with Concord Music Group. In April 2016, he released his fourth studio album, 'Gravity,' which was followed by a tour.
In June 2017, the artist played with the Charleston Symphony Orchestra for Broadway Under the Stars in South Carolina and appeared in 'Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' at Unquowa Repertory Theatre in Connecticut, his native state.
Jermaine Paul
Jermaine Paul won 'The Voice' in 2012 on Blake Shelton's team and recorded many singles, including 'Butterfly Kisses' and 'I Believe In This Life'. His debut album, 'Make Love Save the World,' was meant to be released in 2015 but has not got a launch date yet.
Nonetheless, Jermaine has continued to play in 2017 at locations such as The Theatre at North in Pennsylvania and at charity events. 'Water,' his most recent song, was released in 2019.
Cassadee Pope
The former 'Hey Monday' lead singer won season 3 of 'The Voice' on Blake's team in late 2012, and the country star has retained her share of the spotlight since. She and Chris Young were nominated for a Grammy for their duet 'Think of You' in 2015, making her the first 'Voice' competitor to get a Grammy nomination.
She released the EP 'Summer' in 2016 and went on to perform the 'Star-Spangled Banner' at the Brickyard 400 NASCAR event and an NFL game that year. In 2019, she released her second solo album, 'Stages,' and shortly after, she headlined the CMT Next Women of Country Tour.
She released her latest studio album, 'Rise and Shine,' in 2020, and the single, 'Tomorrow Night,' in 2021.
Danielle Bradbery
Danielle Bradbery, a member of Blake's squad, became the youngest winner in 'Voice' history at the age of 16. Following her signing with Big Machine Records and the release of her self-titled debut album in 2013, the country-pop singer released the songs 'Friend Zone' in 2015 and 'Sway' in 2017, both of which peaked at No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 list.
In December 2017, she released her long-awaited sophomore album, 'I Don't Believe We've Met,' to positive reviews. She published 'Never Have I Ever' with Kurt in 2021, styled in all capital letters, and 'Stop Draggin' Your Boots'.
Tessanne Chin
Tessanne Chin got swept up in a frenzy of activities and initiatives following her success on Adam's squad in 2013. Tessanne has since released her 2014 album 'Count On My Love,' as well as other singles such as 'Oh What a Feeling' and 'It's Your Love' in 2021.
Josh Kaufman
At the age of 38, Josh Kaufman won season 6 of 'The Voice' on Usher's team (albeit he was previously on Adam's until being saved during the battle rounds). He concluded his time as the title character in the Broadway revival of 'Pippin' in 2015, and the following year he released a self-titled EP.
He sang the national anthem at a FIFA World Cup game in Colorado in 2017 and also appeared in the Broadway play 'Home For the Holidays, Live on Broadway'.
Craig Wayne Boyd
Craig Wayne Boyd, a vocalist on Blake's squad, won season 7 of 'The Voice' in 2014. After releasing 'My Baby's Got a Smile on Her Face,' which landed at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs list, he parted ways with Dot Records.
His following song, 'I'm Still Here,' was released on his own label and reached No. 35 on Billboard's Country Digital Song Sales list. He began 2017 by signing with Copperline Music Group and subsequently releasing his long-awaited first record, 'Top Shelf,' to positive reviews.
Sawyer Fredericks
Sawyer Fredericks, who was on Pharrell Williams' team, won 'The Voice' at the age of 16 in season 8. Following his victory, Sawyer signed with Republic Records and released his debut album, 'A Good Storm,' the following year.
In 2017, he announced his departure from the label to pursue a career as an independent artist. He performed across the continent and published the albums 'Hide Your Ghost' in 2018 and 'Flowers for You' in 2020.
Jordan Smith
Jordan Smith won 'The Voice' season 9 in 2015 as a member of Levine's team. He performed at the 2016 People's Choice Awards just months before releasing his first album, 'Something Beautiful,' in March, which opened at No. 2 in iTunes sales and quickly rose to the top.
In October of that year, he also published the festive album ''Tis the Season'. Jordan released the album 'Only Love' in 2018, followed by the single 'Be Still and Know' in 2021.
Alisan Porter
Alisan Porter made history in 2016 by being the first 'Voice' singer to win with a female coach, Christina Aguilera. The singer-songwriter debuted her EP 'I Come in Pieces' in 2017, followed by the LP 'Pink Cloud' in 2019.
Sundance Head
Sundance Head got on Blake's squad in 2016 after participating in season 6 of 'American Idol'. He played an original song named 'Darlin' Don't Go' in the live finale, which reached No. 4 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs list.
The country singer then went on tour with Blake Shelton and the Zac Brown Band. Under Dean Dillon's Wildcatter Records, he released the album 'Stained Glass and Neon' in January 2019. He has continued to tour and perform in the United States.
Chris Blue
Chris Blue won season 12 in 2017 with coach Alicia Keys, who turned her chair despite having only one spot remaining on her squad. He released the songs 'Blue Blood Blues' and 'Humanity' less than a year later before releasing his debut EP named 'Fresh Start' in 2019.
He also released a little holiday album called 'One Light' that year, as well as the song 'Moon' in April 2021.
Chloe Kohanski
Chloe Kohanski, who was originally in Miley Cyrus' lineup, won the reality competition series in 2017 alongside Blake, who saved her during the knockouts. She has now released the single 'Come This Far' in May 2018 and returned to 'The Voice' to perform in the Season-14 finale.
In 2019, she changed her stage name to Chloe MK, which is written in all lowercase letters, and released the track 'To Be Young' off her later-released EP Fantasy. She will also release the single 'Slide' in September 2021.
Brynn Cartelli
Brynn Cartelli, at 15, became the competition's youngest winner in 2018 alongside mentor Kelly Clarkson. She opened for Kelly on the 2019 'Meaning of Life' Tour shortly after signing with Atlantic Records in late 2018.
Brynn returned to 'The Voice' stage in subsequent seasons to perform her singles 'Last Night's Mascara' and 'Grow Young'. The artist released her EP 'Based on a True Story' in May 2021, which includes the hits 'Long Way Home' and 'If I Could'.
Chevel Shepherd
Coach Kelly's second success came in 2018, when the adolescent country singer won. Chevel Shepherd has gone on to open for acts such as Kelly, Little Big Town, and Lee Brice.
Before releasing her debut EP in March 2021, she released songs including 'Everybody's Got a Story' — a title tune written by country singers Kacey Musgraves, Shane McAnally, and Brandy Clark — and 'Mama Got the Chair' in early 2020. She will star in the film 'Wildfire: The Legend of the Cherokee Ghost Horse,' which is based on Michael Martin Murphey's song of the same name.
Maelyn Jarmon
Maelyn Jarmon, a folk singer, won the season-16 championship in 2019 as a part of coach John Legend's squad. Maelyn has been posting singing videos on TikTok since her triumph.
Jake Hoot
Jake Hoot won the competition season in 2019 with Kelly, who was the only coach to turn their chair during his blind audition. Since his victory, the country artist has released many songs, including the philanthropic single 'Tennessee Strong,' which peaked at number ten on the iTunes Country Singles list.
He has played at the Grand Ole Opry and other locations around the United States.
Todd Tilghman
Todd Tilghman, at 42, won season 18 of 'The Voice' on Blake's team, becoming the show's oldest champion. Since his victory, he has continued to upload singing videos to YouTube and will release the singles 'In a Heartache' and 'Jesus and You' in 2021.
Carter Rubin
Carter Rubin earned the voice on Gwen Stefani's squad at the age of 15, her first win as a coach. Carter has continued to make songs and perform, according to his Instagram. In August 2021, he will perform the national anthem at Citi Field.
Cam Anthony
Cam Anthony rose to prominence on YouTube with his versions of songs like Bruno Mars' 'When I Was Your Man' and John Legend's 'All of Me' before winning the NBC series alongside coach Blake in 2021. He was even interviewed by talk show star Ellen Degeneres and won the Fox revival of 'Showtime at the Apollo' in 2018.
Cam opened for the 2021 Wawa Welcome America lineup, which included Bebe Rexha and Flo Rida, following his recent 'Voice' triumph.
Girl Named Tom
Girl Name Tom, a folk group composed of siblings Joshua, Bekah Grace, and Caleb Liechty, were the first three to win 'The Voice' in 2021. During their tenure on Kelly's squad, they had four songs rank in the top ten on iTunes.
Since winning the title, the siblings have embarked on a nationwide tour and will release an album titled 'One More Christmas' in 2022. In the same year, they opened for Pentatonix's Holidays Around the World Tour. The band plans to return to the road in 2023, visiting venues across the United States.
Bryce Leatherwood
At the age of 22, Bryce Leatherwood, a Georgia-born country singer and songwriter, won Season 22, giving Blake his seventh (and last) triumph. In Tishomingo, Orlando, and Gatlinburg, he has performed at Ole Reds, which are Blake-inspired live-music venues.
Bryce also returned to the 'The Voice' stage for the season 23 finale to pay respect to Blake during the coach's last season. Bryce revealed plans for his first national tour in May 2023.
Gina Miles
Gina Miles won 'The Voice' season 23 at the age of 18, earning coach Niall Horan his first win in the competition. Kelly and Niall both turned around after hearing her audition, a version of Katy Perry's 'The One That Got Away'.
Gina joined the Irish singer for a duet of 'New York State of Mind' during the live finale. The teen received $100,000 and a record deal with Universal Music.
What does the winner of 'The Voice' get?
Each 'The Voice' winner allegedly receives $100,000 and a record deal with Universal Music Group. For instance, the 'American Idol' winner allegedly receives $250,000 plus a $1,000 weekly stipend while recording their album.
However, the winner of 'The Voice' may receive additional benefits from the show's celebrity coach mentoring them. Judge Blake has brought winners from his team on tour with him and has attempted to get Universal Music Group to properly market their recordings.
Furthermore, the financial award is said to come with conditions. According to the New York Daily News, if a participant breaks the contract they signed with the network, they will not get the reward.
Any candidate who leaks the show's contract specifics may be sued for $100,000 to $1 million. Aside from the financial reward, contenders are given a modest stipend to cover living expenses while on the show.
When will 'The Voice' Season 24 air?
The new season of 'The Voice' starts on NBC on Monday, September 25 at 8 p.m. ET. According to NBC, it will be accessible to stream on Peacock the next day.
Subsequent episodes will run on Mondays and Tuesdays at 8 pm ET.
Who are the judges on 'The Voice' Season 24?
According to the network, the coaches for Season 24 are country superstar Reba McEntire, Irish singer-songwriter Niall, Gwen, and John Legend.
Carson Daly will return as the show's host for the 24th season.
