A-lister replacing Carson Daly revealed as Keke Palmer
Keke Palmer is the alister replacing Carson Daly as host of NBC's "The Voice" for Season 31, the actress confirmed in a joint Instagram post with the network on Tuesday. Daly, the show's sole host since 2011, stepped aside after 30 seasons amid Today show duties and family priorities, while remaining a producer.
Key Takeaways
- Keke Palmer will host "The Voice" Season 31, set for 2027 on NBC.
- Carson Daly hosted all 30 seasons since the show premiered in 2011.
- Season 31 is branded "The Voice: Celebrity," featuring famous contestants.
- Daly remains a producer and could return for Season 32.
- Queen Latifah and Riley Green return as coaches; Joe Jonas debuts.
Who is the A-lister replacing Carson Daly?
According to Page Six, Palmer, 32, announced the news herself on social media.
"That's right. It's true. I'm hosting 'The Voice.' I'll see you guys there," she said via Instagram in a joint post with NBC and "The Voice."
The caption declared: "You already know who it is! Keke Palmer hosts The Voice Season 31 coming in 2027 on NBC." For more celebrity breaking news, follow our hub coverage as casting updates land.
Why did Carson Daly leave The Voice after 30 seasons?
Daly quietly exited after 30 seasons because of competing duties as a co-anchor on the "Today" show and a desire to spend more time with his family, Page Six reported, citing the US Sun.
"He wasn't able to make the upcoming season's schedule work with his 'Today' show schedule," a source told the outlet. "So his 'Today' workload mixed with not wanting to be away from family this next year made him say no to hosting 31."
He will continue as a producer and remains an executive producer, with a possible return for Season 32 if he wants. Season 30, still filming with Daly hosting, is scheduled to premiere in September. Daly, 53, has been married to Siri Pinter since December 2015; they share four children. Page Six reached out to Daly's rep and NBC for comment but did not receive an immediate response.
What will The Voice Season 31 look like?
NBC's press release frames Season 31, dubbed "The Voice: Celebrity," as "an extension of the longstanding series." Instead of undiscovered singers, celebrities — actors, musicians, influencers, athletes, comedians, and reality television stars — will compete to become the first "Voice" celebrity champion.
Celebrity coaches Queen Latifah and Riley Green are returning, while Joe Jonas will make his debut in the role. Daly has been the only host since the singing competition premiered in 2011 and has been on "Today" since 2013.