Filipino singer Sofronio Vasquez emerged as “The Voice” United States Season 26 winner, becoming the first-ever winner to have won the competition.
Vasquez bested the remaining four finalist at the two-night finale held on Dec. 9 and 10 (Dec. 10 and 11 in the Philippines).
During the first part of the final round, Vasquez, who is under Team Michael Bublé, sang Sia’s “Unstoppable” and “A Million Dreams” from “The Greatest Showman.”
Vasquez then shared the stage with his coach Bublé for the second part, performing a duet of “Who’s Lovin’ You” by The Jackson 5.
Shye, another contestant from Team Bublé, came second to Vasquez, while Sydney Sterlace from Team Gwen Stefani placed third. Danny Joseph from Team Reba McEntire took the fourth place, while Jeremy Beloate from Team Snoop Dogg earned the fifth place.
Prior to the finals, Vasquez sang his heart out to Elvis Presley’s “If I Can Dream” during the “The Voice” United States live show. He also performed a duet with Beloate, singing “Every Breath You Take” with the songwriter himself, Sting, playing the bass.
Vasquez, who is an alum of the local singing competition “Tawag ng Tanghalan,” was also a four-chair turner during the competition’s blind auditions.
