Famous Celebrities PRANK the Coaches on The Voice
When it comes to reality television, few shows have captured hearts and headlines quite like The Voice. With its signature red chairs, blind auditions, and star-studded coaching panels, it has become a global phenomenon. But what happens when the biggest stars flip the script — and prank the very coaches who think they’ve seen it all?
In a world where music and mischief collide, an unforgettable episode unfolded. Famous celebrities disguised as contestants, pulled the ultimate fast one on The Voice coaches. Here’s the full, behind-the-scenes account of the day the biggest prank in The Voice history went down — and why the audience still can’t stop laughing.
The Setup: A Secret Plan Months in the Making
Producers of The Voice have always been creative. But Season 25 was different. As a way to shake things up and inject an extra dose of fun, the show’s creators came up with a daring idea: invite world-famous celebrities to go undercover as contestants and prank the coaches during the blind auditions.
The twist? The coaches wouldn’t know a thing. The goal was to capture their genuine, unscripted reactions when they realized they had just been duped by their fellow celebrity peers.
The producers teamed up with a few high-profile names in music, TV, and even comedy — celebrities known for their vocal talents and their ability to act the fool.
The Cast of Pranksters
Let’s break down the all-star prank team:
- Adele – With her unmistakable voice and sharp sense of humor, Adele was the first to sign up. She was more than ready to show off her acting chops.
- Ed Sheeran – Known for his songwriting genius, Ed was thrilled to dress up in a ridiculous disguise and sing off-key for fun.
- Kevin Hart – The comedian brought his A-game with a plan to completely confuse the coaches.
- Miley Cyrus – As a former Voice coach, she had an inside edge — and a devilish plan.
- Bruno Mars – Master of disguise, Bruno volunteered to appear as a nerdy “superfan” singer with zero rhythm.
The celebrities worked with professional makeup artists and costume designers to completely alter their appearances. Wigs, fake teeth, prosthetic noses — you name it. These stars were ready for undercover action.
The Stage is Set: Let the Pranks Begin
1. Adele the Awkward Nanny
Disguised as “Jenny from Sussex,” Adele walked onto the stage dressed as a shy British nanny with glasses, a bad wig, and a nervous demeanor. Her voice shook as she greeted the coaches.
The coaches — Blake Shelton, John Legend, Gwen Stefani, and Chance the Rapper — watched her with curiosity.
She started singing “Rolling in the Deep,” deliberately off-key. Blake frowned. Gwen whispered, “Is this a joke?”
But just as no one turned, Adele dramatically belted out the chorus in perfect pitch. The crowd went wild. The coaches slammed their buttons, chairs turned — and jaws dropped.
“ADELE?!” John Legend shouted.
She couldn’t hold in her laughter any longer. Pulling off her wig, Adele grinned and bowed.
“You should’ve turned sooner,” she teased.
2. Ed Sheeran, the Metalhead from Manchester
Next up was Ed Sheeran, dressed in black leather, studded bracelets, and a mohawk wig. He introduced himself as “Brad the metalhead,” who claimed he was trying to “redefine pop with metal screams.”
He began his performance with what sounded like heavy-metal growling over a Taylor Swift ballad.
Blake was baffled. “What is this?”
Then suddenly, Ed switched to his signature hit “Perfect” — sung flawlessly, but in a deep, aggressive metal growl. The confusion on the coaches’ faces was priceless.
Gwen turned her chair first. “I just want to see this guy.”
Once she saw Ed’s face, she screamed. “NO WAY!”
Ed pulled off his wig and threw up the horns. “Metal forever.”
3. Kevin Hart Goes Country
Dressed in cowboy boots, jeans, and a ten-gallon hat, Kevin Hart walked onstage as “Little Jimmy Wrangler.” He claimed he was Blake Shelton’s biggest fan and that he’d flown from Texas just to sing for him.
The crowd was already giggling, recognizing Kevin instantly — but the coaches, backs turned, had no clue.
He started to sing “God’s Country” in a painfully exaggerated Southern drawl. Blake looked confused but impressed.
“Y’all ready for a hoedown?” Kevin shouted, breaking into dance mid-song.
As the performance got wilder, Blake couldn’t resist. He hit the button — then nearly fell out of his chair when he saw who it was.
“KEVIN HART?!”
Kevin strutted around the stage. “Told you I could do country, Blake!”
4. Miley Cyrus Disguises as a Shy Teen
Miley Cyrus, a former coach on The Voice, returned for revenge — in the most hilarious way. She dressed as a 16-year-old named “Emily,” with braces, glasses, and a schoolgirl outfit.
When she came on stage, she played nervous, even trembling as she said, “This is my first time singing in public.”
The coaches gave encouraging smiles.
Then she launched into “Wrecking Ball” with her full Miley voice — raw, emotional, and powerful.
John Legend slammed his button instantly, as did Gwen. When they turned and saw Miley, they burst out laughing.
“I knew it sounded familiar!” Gwen shrieked.
5. Bruno Mars the Rhythm-less Wonder
Bruno Mars took the challenge to the next level. He disguised himself as “Jeff,” a socially awkward IT guy with zero fashion sense.
When he walked on stage, he awkwardly waved at the crowd and stammered about “finding love through song.”
He began singing “Uptown Funk,” his own song — but intentionally offbeat and stiff.
The audience was howling. Blake leaned in. “Is this a prank?”
Then Bruno flipped the switch — sliding, moonwalking, and delivering a flawless performance that had everyone on their feet.
When the chairs turned, Bruno ripped off his glasses and struck a pose. “Don’t believe me just watch!”
The Coaches React
Once the final prank had played out, the producers gathered the coaches backstage for a reveal montage. Laughter filled the room as they watched their own surprised reactions play back on screen.
Blake Shelton laughed the loudest. “Y’all got me good. I swear, I thought Kevin was a real Texan!”
Gwen Stefani said, “This is the most fun I’ve ever had on The Voice. I want to prank someone now!”
John Legend admitted, “I genuinely didn’t recognize Adele at first. That’s Oscar-level acting.”
Chance the Rapper added, “Man, I was about to give ‘Jenny the Nanny’ a pity vote!”
Audience Reaction: Viral Gold
Once the episode aired, fans went wild. Social media exploded with clips, memes, and commentary. Hashtags like #VoicePranks, #AdeleGotUs, and #BrunoInDisguise trended worldwide.
Here’s what some fans had to say:
- “That Adele prank might be the greatest moment in reality TV history.”
- “Ed Sheeran growling Taylor Swift? I’m crying.”
- “Kevin Hart needs to release a full country album as ‘Little Jimmy Wrangler.’”
- “That was the most genius episode of The Voice EVER.”
The episode racked up millions of views on YouTube and TikTok within hours. By the end of the week, it became the most-watched segment in The Voice’s history.
Behind the Scenes: How They Pulled It Off
According to producers, the entire operation took three months of planning. From securing the celebrities’ schedules to designing convincing disguises, every detail was mapped out.
Makeup artists worked miracles. Vocal coaches helped the celebs practice not singing well (which, ironically, turned out to be harder than hitting the right notes).
Security was tight — no leaks, no spoilers. Even the stage crew was partially kept in the dark.
A producer shared: “We wanted the coaches’ reactions to be 100% real. And they were. You can’t fake that kind of surprise.”
Why This Episode Was So Important
Beyond the laughs, this prank-filled episode of The Voice reminded viewers why they love the show: authenticity, surprise, and the power of music to bring joy.
In a time where reality TV often feels scripted and formulaic, The Voice showed that spontaneity still reigns supreme. And the fact that A-list celebrities were willing to poke fun at themselves just made it better.
