Goodbye For Now… Judge Quits The Voice UK After Two Series

Jessie J has quit BBC talent show The Voice.

She has explained her reasoning behind the decision, saying that she needs to give time to overseas touring and promotional commitments.

The singer said she would like to get involved with the show again, but she's finding it difficult to manage her schedule at the moment, The Herald Scotland reports.

Jessie J had to postpone a major tour earlier in the year because she didn't have time to complete her second album in time.

She said today: "I've absolutely loved my time on The Voice and I hope everyone saw and knows how passionately I felt about the show.

"However, I can't wait to promote my new record around the world and that has to take priority. I shall be keeping a very close eye on series three, showing my support in every way I can, and really hope that in some way that I can be part of the show."

Jessie J has quit The Voice to concentrate on her music.  

Mark Linsey, on the team of The Voice is reported as saying: "We're so sorry to see Jessie go as she's been an exceptional coach on, and advocate for, The Voice, but we totally support her decision to leave due to touring commitments overseas.

"We very much hope that Jessie will remain part of the show and come back and perform for us next series. In the meantime, we will now start the search for a new coach."

Jessie was joined by judging panel Sir Tom Jones, Danny O'Donoghue and Will.i.am during the first two series of the show.

The BBC has already announced that it will screen a third series of The Voice next year.