The Voice of Holland Returns in 2026 After Hiatus

The Voice of Holland, the popular Dutch singing competition, is set to return to RTL 4 in January 2026 after a period of suspension following allegations of misconduct. The show, created by John de Mol Jr. And Roel van Velzen, has been a staple of Dutch television since its debut in 2010.

History of the Show

The Voice of Holland (TVOH) premiered on September 17, 2010, quickly becoming a ratings success and spawning a global franchise. For its first nine seasons, the show was hosted by Martijn Krabbé and Wendy van Dijk. Chantal Janzen replaced van Dijk starting with the tenth season in 2019. The show’s format involves blind auditions where coaches select contestants based solely on their vocal ability.

Suspension and Return

The twelfth season of The Voice of Holland was cut short in January 2022 due to sexual misconduct allegations involving crew members, leading to a temporary halt in production [1]. Following an investigation and subsequent adjustments, the series resumed with a thirteenth season on January 16, 2026.

Key Personnel

Several familiar faces are returning for the 2026 season. Martijn Krabbé will reprise his role as host, though only providing voice-over operate. Edson da Graça will be the new on-screen host. Chantal Janzen continues as a host, alongside judges including Roel van Velzen, Jeroen van der Boom, Angela Groothuizen, and others who have appeared in previous seasons. The Voice of Holland Band, led by Jeroen Rietbergen, was featured from 2013-2022.

The Voice Franchise

The Voice of Holland is part of a larger global franchise, The Voice, with numerous international versions. Related spin-offs include The Voice Kids and The Voice Senior.

Broadcast Information

The Voice of Holland airs on RTL 4 in the Netherlands. The show typically features episodes lasting between 75 and 90 minutes.