Aiden Ross, a standout from Team Niall, has just been named the winner of The Voice Season 28 after a two‑night finale that saw fan‑chosen finalists compete against the show’s coaches.
The Two‑Night Finale
Host Carson Daly opened the December 16 episode with a welcome to past winners and special guests, while the six finalists—Aubrey Nicole (Team Reba), Aiden Ross (Team Niall), Jazz McKenzie (Team Bublé), Ralph Edwards (Team Snoop), Max Chambers (Team Bublé), and Dek of Hearts (Team Niall)—delivered performances aimed at securing the crown.
The first night, on December 15, revealed the final two singers: 14‑year‑old Max Chambers from Team Bublé and the trio Dek of Hearts from Team Niall. Each finalist performed two songs, showcasing a mix of contemporary hits and classic ballads.
Final Performances
- Dek of Hearts sang Fishin’ in the Dark by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Let It Go by James Bay.
- Max Chambers performed Your Way’s Better by Forrest Frank and One Moment In Time by Whitney Houston.
- Aubrey Nicole delivered ’Til You Can’t by Cody Johnson and The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia, originally by Vicki Lawrence and later re‑recorded by Reba McEntire in 1991.
- Jazz McKenzie showcased Against All Odds by Phil Collins and Drivers License by Olivia Rodrigo.
- Aiden Ross presented Golden Hour by JVKE and The Winner Takes It All by ABBA.
- Ralph Edwards performed I Want to Know What Love Is by Foreigner and Locked Out of Heaven by Bruno Mars.
The second night featured performances with the coaches. Health issues prevented Niall Horan from singing, so Reba McEntire stepped in to perform with Dek of Hearts, while former Team Niall Season 23 winner Gina Miles joined Aiden Ross.
- Dek of Hearts and Reba McEntire sang Santa Claus Is Coming to Town.
- Max Chambers and his coach sang Blue Christmas.
- Aubrey Nicole and her coach sang Mary, Did You Know?.
- Aiden Ross and Gina Miles performed Last Christmas.
- Jazz McKenzie and her coach sang Jingle Bell Rock.
- Ralph Edwards and his coach performed This Christmas.
Eliminated contestants—including XG, Khalid, Riley Green, Zac Brown, Noah Cyrus, Neal Schon, and Journey—joined the coaches on stage, and Season 26 winner Sofronio Vasquez delivered a special performance.
Winner and Placings
Aiden Ross emerged victorious, making Team Niall’s third win in the history of the show. Ralph Edwards finished as the runner‑up, followed by Dek of Hearts in third place, Aubrey Nicole in fourth, Max Chambers in fifth, and Jazz McKenzie in sixth.
Season 29 Preview
The Voice is set to return in a new format for Season 29, titled The Voice: Battle of Champions. Adam Levine, Kelly Clarkson, and John Legend will replace the four‑coach lineup of the previous season. The revamped version will feature alumni contestants, super steals, new voting rules, and additional changes that give coaches new strategic options. The show will premiere on February 23 at 9 p.m. ET on NBC.
Key Takeaways
- Aiden Ross wins The Voice Season 28, marking Team Niall’s third triumph.
- Ralph Edwards secures second place; Dek of Hearts, Aubrey Nicole, Max Chambers, and Jazz McKenzie follow.
- Season 29 will debut February 23 with Adam Levine, Kelly Clarkson, and John Legend as coaches.
The two‑night finale highlighted the talent of the finalists and set the stage for an exciting new chapter in The Voice’s long‑running franchise.
