Remember that time Blake Shelton, the country crooner with a booming voice and a twinkle in his eye, announced he was leaving The Voice after 12 seasons? It was a shocker, sending fans into a frenzy of speculation and a bittersweet farewell to a beloved coach. While his departure marked the end of an era, it also paved the way for new beginnings, both for him and the show.
The Family Man Takes Center Stage
The biggest reason behind Blake’s exit? He's found a new calling: family man. Married to the iconic Gwen Stefani in 2021, Blake became a stepfather to her three sons from her previous marriage. And let’s be honest, he’s not just a stepdad, he's a rockstar dad – showering them with love and being an integral part of their lives.
In a candid interview with People magazine, Blake confessed that he's prioritizing family over career.
“If I walked away from my career at this time, the only thing that I run the risk of is having regrets that I’m missing out on some more important things in life," he said. "For now, that’s our kids. This isn’t about me anymore and never will be again.”
He even explained how fatherhood changed his perspective in an interview with Access Hollywood: "I think being a stepdad has changed my perspective in that I’m not the first person that I think about anymore.
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