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Guy Sebastian reveals the REAL reason he won't be returning as a coach on The Voice Australia By Ali Daher For Daily Mail Australia Published: 06:53, 6 November 2024 | Updated: 07:04, 6 November 2024 e-mail View comments Guy Sebastian sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry last month when he announced his sudden departure as coach on The Voice Australia. And on Wednesday, the singer, 43, opened up about his decision to quit the popular Channel Seven reality show. Speaking to The Daily Telegraph , Guy explained: 'I think I've been too comfortable .
.. I've done it because it is comfortable.
' 'It is great for my family life and keeping me at home. I'm always busy and I've always got something in the calendar that is just sort of stopping me from jumping in with both feet and I think it boils down to this desire to be uncomfortable again.' While the show plays out on screens for several weeks, production on The Voice goes for six months of the year.
Sebastian revealed he wants to shift his focus to touring Australia. 'I want to pour myself into it but I can only ever really pour myself into my music and touring and my art these days in spurts, and it is a juggle of fatherhood, being a husband, being a musician, being on TV,' Sebastian explained. Guy announced the news to his Instagram account on October 30.
Guy Sebastian sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry last month when he announced his sudden departure as coach on The Voice Australia Speaking to The Daily Telegraph, Guy explained: 'I think I've been too comfortable ...
I've done it because it is comfortable.' (Guy pictured with The Voice coaches Adam Lambert, LeAnn Rimes and Kate Miller Heidke) 'I have some news to share with you all regarding my role as a Voice coach,' he began. 'I have made the decision to take a break from the best red chair on the planet.
'It's been six amazing years as a coach & it's honestly been the best gig ever! I have nothing but good things to say about the show itself, & sharing the panel with such amazing coaches has been a pleasure.' 'It is great for my family life and keeping me at home,' he continued. 'I'm always busy and I've always got something in the calendar that is just sort of stopping me from jumping in with both feet and I think it boils down to this desire to be uncomfortable again' He then went on to reflect on his time on the show.
'The best thing about the show is how positive it is & how much care and passion goes into making it a safe place for artists,' he continued. Read More Why LeAnn Rimes could be a 'one and done' The Voice coach 'For me right now, it's time to focus more on my core, which is writing and performing new music. 'I am busy planning shows in Australia & worldwide & I am really looking forward to getting out and connecting with you all there.
' The Angels Brought Me Here singer concluded with chatter about his upcoming album, which he's poured his heart and soul into over the last four years, before ending with a warning. 'Whoever has the audacity to take my chair, don't get too comfortable..
. I will wrestle for it back with zero dignity when I'm ready to return,' he wrote. Channel Seven was quick to offer their well wishes.
'I have some news to share with you all regarding my role as a Voice coach,' he began. 'I have made the decision to take a break from the best red chair on the planet' He then went on to reflect on his time on the show. 'The best thing about the show is how positive it is & how much care and passion goes into making it a safe place for artists,' he continued The Angels Brought Me Here singer concluded with chatter about his upcoming album, which he's poured his heart and soul into over the last four years, before ending with a warning He ended with a warning: 'Whoever has the audacity to take my chair, don't get too comfortable.
.. I will wrestle for it back with zero dignity when I'm ready to return,' he wrote.
'Guy has been a powerhouse coach for The Voice on Seven. His mentorship and command of artistry has been inspirational to our Voice artists and viewers alike, as well as the production team and all at Seven,' commented Seven Network Chief Content Officer, Brook Hall. 'We thank Guy for his unwavering passion and positive energy on set, and wish him well for next year, the release of his new album and his live shows.
'Our full coaching line up for the 2025 season of The Voice will be revealed in coming months.' Channel Seven was quick to offer their well wishes Share or comment on this article: Guy Sebastian reveals the REAL reason he won't be returning as a coach on The Voice Australia e-mail Add comment.
