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Aiden Ross Triumphs on The Voice, Niall Horan's Third Win!

12/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Aiden Ross, 20, from College Station, Texas, won Season 28 of The Voice for Team Niall Horan.
He impressed with a four-chair Blind Audition of Adele's "Love in the Dark."
In the finale on December 16, 2025, he sang ABBA's "The Winner Takes It All," earning praise from Niall Horan and marking Horan's third consecutive win as coach.
He won $100,000 and a recording contract with Universal Music Group.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural season of The Voice premiered on April 26, 2011, introducing a unique format that emphasized mentorship over traditional competition. Javier Colon won the season, receiving a $100,000 prize and a recording contract with Universal Music Group. The show's success has inspired adaptations worldwide, significantly impacting music reality television and shaping the careers of many artists.

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Story summary

Aiden Ross, 20, from College Station, Texas, won Season 28 of The Voice for Team Niall Horan.
He impressed with a four-chair Blind Audition of Adele's "Love in the Dark."
In the finale on December 16, 2025, he sang ABBA's "The Winner Takes It All," earning praise from Niall Horan and marking Horan's third consecutive win as coach.
He won $100,000 and a recording contract with Universal Music Group.

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