Tom Nitti, a contestant on the popular singing competition show, 'The Voice', has unexpectedly left the show ahead of the Playoff Rounds in its 24th season. The news was confirmed by his team coach, country music legend Reba McEntire, during the episode aired on Monday, November 27. The reasons behind Nitti's departure have been cited as personal, with no further elaboration provided.
Nitti, a former New York State Trooper and military veteran, had been a standout performer throughout the season. He had won his Battle Round performance and was saved by McEntire after his Knockout Round, making him a fan favorite. His departure leaves Team Reba with five remaining members: Jordan Rainer, Ruby Leigh, Jacquie Roar, Noah Spencer, and Super Save singer Ms. Monet.
The remaining contestants on Team Reba bring a diverse range of styles and backgrounds to the competition. Ruby Leigh is a 16-year-old country singer and yodeler from Missouri. Jordan Rainer, a 33-year-old country singer from Oklahoma, had impressed the judges by auditioning with one of McEntire's biggest hits. Jacquie Roar, a 37-year-old singer from Oregon, is known for her versatile style. The details about Noah Spencer and Ms. Monet were not provided in the source articles.
The unexpected exit of Nitti, who had been a personal favorite of McEntire since the beginning of the competition, has left Team Reba one member short. The show is expected to continue with the remaining contestants vying for the top spot.