The Voice Senior 2026: Bertè is out of the judging panel; Mannoia is joining.

The jury of The Voice Senior 2026 changes face: according to what was reported by the press, Loredana Bertè will no longer be part of the panel and will be replaced by Fiorella MannoiaThe reason, still unconfirmed, is said to be linked to the singer's new album and her ambitions for the upcoming Sanremo Festival. Here's what we know so far.

The new jury of The Voice Senior

The next edition of the talent show hosted by Antonella Clerici will not have the same lineup as last season. Confirmed Nek, Arisa, Clementino and Rocco Hunt, while for Loredana Bertè there is talk of a farewell.

In his place, always according to rumours, there would be Fiorella MannoiaA replacement that would change the balance of the panel, with one of the most beloved voices in Italian music ready to sit among the judges.

Why Bertè is leaving: the Sanremo issue

According to Affari Italiani and AdnKronos, Bertè's departure is not an isolated case. The singer would like to dedicate herself to new record and prepare proposals to be presented to Stephen DeMartino to enter among the big names Sanremo 2027.

The Festival, directed by the host of Affari Tuoi, represents a particularly coveted showcase for many artists this year. Their absence from the judging panel, in short, would be a choice of opportunity rather than a deliberate departure.

What will Bertè do on TV?

Despite the jury's ban, the singer isn't expected to remain idle. According to Affari Italiani, she's only out of action for the first part of the Rai season, before returning in the upcoming season. Kids of The Voice, broadcast against C'è posta per te on Saturday evenings in January on Rai1, and subsequently on Voice Generation.

Fiorella Mannoia, after the tour

For Fiorella Mannoia it would be a return in grand style after the maxi tour “Fiorella sings Fabrizio and Ivano, Souls saved”, dedicated to De Andrè and Ivano Fossati. His commitments also include hosting Rai and Mediaset programs and hosting evenings for the association One None One Hundred Thousand.

From co-hosting with Amadeus, the singer would now move to a choral dimension, led by Antonella Clerici, a leading face of Rai1 prime time.

The Sanremo 2027 machine has already started

The Festival seems far away, but the organizing machinery is already in motion. Stefano De Martino has taken a break from television, stepping away from the new episodes of Affari Tuoi after moving to Milan, but his summer is packed with commitments.

The host has been spotted at concerts, major musical events and secret meetings, with intimate lunches with the artists of the "strongly desired" list:

• Psalm, among the most popular names, together with Mahmood, Elodie, Blanco and Emma;
• Achille Lauro, Tananai, Madame and Alfa among the possible big names;
• international names like Bruno Mars, with Vasco Rossi and Ultimo among the desired ones.

Longer lines than usual are expected in February, and seats will need to be reserved for international guests. For Bertè, if confirmed, her participation would be an opportunity to return to the Ariston stage.

FAQ

Is Loredana Bertè out of The Voice Senior 2026?

According to rumors from Affari Italiani and AdnKronos, yes, but there's no official confirmation yet. The reason is said to be related to the new album and Sanremo 2027.

Who will take Bertè's place on the jury?

Fiorella Mannoia, according to press reports. Nek, Arisa, Clementino, and Rocco Hunt have confirmed their roles.

What will Loredana Bertè do on TV?

According to Affari Italiani, he will return to the Kids version of The Voice, broadcast on Saturday evenings in January on Rai1, and then to Voice Generation.

When will the new jury be seen?

There is still no official air date for the next season of The Voice Senior, scheduled for release on Rai.