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Jake Hoot Moves Clarkson to Tears, Wins Battle of Champions

4/7/2026

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On April 6, 2026, Jake Hoot, a past winner, performed "Desperado" on The Voice: Battle of Champions to move Kelly Clarkson to tears.
Hoot faced Javier Colón, the first season's champion.
CeeLo Green, Mega Mentor, named Hoot the winner, enabling Clarkson to bring four contestants to the finals.
Semi-Finals take place on April 13, with the Top 9 Artists vying for a finale spot on April 14.

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Story summary

On April 6, 2026, Jake Hoot, a past winner, performed "Desperado" on The Voice: Battle of Champions to move Kelly Clarkson to tears.
Hoot faced Javier Colón, the first season's champion.
CeeLo Green, Mega Mentor, named Hoot the winner, enabling Clarkson to bring four contestants to the finals.
Semi-Finals take place on April 13, with the Top 9 Artists vying for a finale spot on April 14.