The Voice was abuzz with excitement as Sofronio Vasquez was crowned the winner of Season 26, coached by none other than first-time mentor Michael Bublé. It was an unforgettable night, marked by stellar performances, emotional moments, and a special surprise that left one lucky audience member walking away with more than just memories.
Watch the full show below.
The evening kicked off with a heartfelt performance of “You for Christmas” by returning superstar and The Voice alum Kelly Clarkson, who described the night as “such a good time” and “so exciting—not just for me, but for everyone.”
The spotlight quickly turned to Sofronio Vasquez, the young powerhouse who made history as The Voice’s first Filipino winner. Sofronio, visibly stunned by the moment, humbly expressed his gratitude and disbelief. “I don’t even know what to say… but yeah, I’m the first Filipino to win The Voice,” he shared, a mixture of joy and nerves in his voice.
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Coach Michael Bublé, affectionately nicknamed “May Bé” by Clarkson after a lighthearted mix-up, proved his mentoring magic with a first-season win. Sofronio had nothing but praise for his coach, describing him as “so genuine, so funny,” and recounting how Bublé brought his Canadian roots to the table—hockey games included. “It’s really weird,” Sofronio laughed. “It’s not part of The Voice, but he was like, ‘Do you know how to play hockey?’”
Clarkson, ever the host with heart, shared her pride and excitement for Sofronio and Michael, calling Bublé a “good human” and celebrating their well-earned victory. “Those moments never get old, man,” she remarked with a smile.
With a season full of unforgettable performances and a heartwarming finish, Sofronio Vasquez’s win will undoubtedly go down as one of the most memorable moments in The Voice’s history. As the curtain closed, Kelly Clarkson’s parting words summed up the night perfectly: “It’s Christmas—treat yourself!”
You can watch his cover of Christmas song “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” below.
Congratulations, Sofronio Vasquez, on making history and inspiring audiences around the world.
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