Hannah Waddingham Joins “The Voice UK” as Guest Mentor with Tom Jones

Hannah Waddingham, known for her role in “Ted Lasso,” is set to make her debut on “The Voice UK” this weekend. The actress will appear as a guest on Saturday’s episode, joining renowned singer Tom Jones, who is one of the show’s coaches. Waddingham, aged 50, will assist the 84-year-old Tom Jones in selecting acts to advance in the competition. She appeared in high spirits in new promotional images, donning a stylish black velvet dress.

A source revealed to The Star, “Hannah is a big fan of Tom, so getting to work alongside him has been a dream come true.” The addition of Waddingham to the show’s lineup is highly anticipated by viewers, as she brings her unique flair to the music competition.

Joining the show alongside Waddingham are other guest stars who will support the coaches. Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones are set to be joined by pop star Perrie Edwards, while LeAnn Rimes will collaborate with singer-songwriter Griff. Meanwhile, Will.I.Am will be accompanied by his assistant Felicia.

The episode comes as part of “The Voice UK” series, which is hosted by Emma Willis. Contestants compete for the chance to win a contract with music giant EMI, a monetary prize of £50,000, and a trip to Universal Orlando Resort.

In related news, fans of “Ted Lasso” have been delighted following the announcement of a fourth season. Reportedly, Hannah Waddingham, alongside Jeremy Swift and Brett Goldstein, will return to the popular sitcom. The show, which has won 13 Primetime Emmy awards, has been a resounding success, and the upcoming season is highly anticipated. Production company Warner Brothers is currently in the process of securing deals with creators and stars, including Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt.

The continuation of “Ted Lasso” follows the narrative of the show’s third season where Jason Sudeikis’ character Lasso returned to Kansas, while Brendan Hunt’s Coach Beard stayed in the UK. The announcement has sparked excitement among fans eager for new escapades on the football pitch.