Twin sisters Andrea and Shanice Nyandoro triumphed in Saturday’s The Voice Kids finals, with their coach will.i.am winning his category for the first time on the show.
The identical siblings, 11, were one of the last four acts in the competition: Niamh Noade, 14, stood in for judge Ronan Keating, Hayla-Essen Danns, 12, stood in for Pixie Lott and Will Edgar, 14, stood in for Danny Jones.
After it was announced that the winner and all other finalists would receive a luxury vacation at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, host Emma Willis took to the television studio stage to announce the winner.
When Emma revealed who the studio audience had picked as the winner, she said, “That’s it.” Time to get serious because the results are in.
“I can now announce that the winner of The Voice Kids 2023 is… Shanice and Andrea!”
Success: Twin sisters Andrea and Shanice Nyandoro, 11, triumphed in Saturday’s The Voice Kids final, with their trainer will.i.am winning his category for the first time
Champions: It was announced that the winners and all other finalists would receive a luxury vacation at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida
The twins were then seen leaping into the air while their trainer, Will, stood gaping behind them.
Both sisters cried while the audience and their fellow contestants erupted in thunderous applause.
The girls commented on their win: ‘We feel very good!’ Excited too!’
Viewers of the show took to Twitter to praise the sisters for their success, and fans of the show also congratulated Will on winning his first category on The Voice Kids.
One person tweeted: “Well done twins you won you were amazing!”
While another wrote: “Well done the twins and Will won for the first time!!!”
‘Yes! “Congratulations girls and Will #TheVoiceKidsUK #TeamWill,” wrote another viewer.
While someone else shared, “The twins or Niamh was my choice.”
Last ones standing: The twins were one of the last four performers in the competition, with Niamh Noade, 14 (left), competing for judge Ronan Keating (right).
Born to perform: Hayla-Essen Danns, 12 (right), represented a glamorous-looking pixie Lott (left) in the finals.
Making music: Will Edgar, 14 (right), performed for Danny Jones (left) in the finals this weekend
Announcement: Presenter Emma Willis announced who the audience had voted as the winner: “I can now announce that the winner of The Voice Kids 2023 is… Shanice and Andrea!”
Proud: Viewers of the show took to Twitter to praise the sisters for their success, and fans of the show also congratulated Will on winning his category
Another show fan posted: “Actually great winners, actually everyone could have won.”
While someone else wrote: “Well @iamwill has won a bunch of #TheVoiceKidsUK… with a great performance tonight!” Is that a sign the universe is changing for the better?
This comes after judge Pixie put on a very dazzling performance in a plunging silver gown for the show’s finale.
She looked typically glamorous as she shared a video of herself getting ready for the show.
The pop star made a stunning entrance when she shared a short video on Instagram of her strutting in a sparkling silver dress.
The sequined piece featured halterneck straps and a plunging neckline that added sparkle to the highly-anticipated finale.
She slicked back her platinum locks and styled them with the ends sticking out to add even more charm.
Pixie presented a stunning makeup palette consisting of purple shimmery eye shadow, a soft pink lip and a little bit of highlighter.
Awesome: Pixie looked sensational as she shared a video of herself getting ready for The Voice Kids finale on Saturday night
Standing out: The 32-year-old singer went all out for glamor as she stepped out of the house in a shimmering dress covered in sequins and glitter
In the video, Pixie could be seen entering the studios and showing off the dress’s backless details as she strutted to the set.
The standout dress was by designer Jenny Packham, whose clothing range from over £2,000 on the brand’s website.
In the caption of her post, Pixie wrote, “The finishing touches before the finale.” Tune in @itv now to see all this amazing talent.
“I’m so happy for my girl gang — they’re in.” [fire]! Thank you to everyone who makes this show the best and to all of you who watched xx’.
This comes after Pixie confirmed on Instagram last month that she is expecting her first child with model husband Oliver Cheshire.
At the time, she revealed that she was already 31 weeks pregnant and kept the news about her baby secret, but was now counting down the days until her first child was born.
Wow: As the singer turned away from the camera and headed into the television studios, the backless details were on display, revealing her toned back and shoulders
Gorgeous: The mom-to-be swept her platinum blonde tresses back and styled them with the ends falling off for even more charm
Good times: Pixie sang in front of the audience before the show, she was having the time of her life
Expecting: Pixie Lott announced in a sweet Instagram post last month that she’s expecting her first child with husband Oliver Cheshire – and it’s already six months
In a series of adorable snaps, Pixie showed off her blossoming bump in a black sports bra and leggings while husband Oliver, 35, planted a kiss on her stomach.
Pixie also opened up about her pregnancy in an interview with Vogue, revealing that she and Oliver already know if they’re having a boy or girl.
However, the singer added that she will not be throwing a gender reveal party as she and Oliver have decided to keep the news a secret.
She said: “We were so excited to find out, it’s nice to keep this information just for us.”
“Feeling the little kicks with Oli was magical and I’m addicted to the little outfits – we’re so excited.”