The real reason Michael Bublé is preparing to step away from The Voice is beginning to take shape — and it has far less to do with the show itself than what’s happening at home.
According to multiple reports, the Grammy-winning singer has been quietly weighing a major life shift after wrapping up Season 28 of the NBC competition series.
A Cross-Border Life Taking Its Toll
While The Voice films in Los Angeles, Bublé primarily lives in Vancouver, Canada, where he and his wife, Luisana Lopilato, are raising their four children. The constant back-and-forth travel — roughly a four-hour flight each way — has reportedly become exhausting.
Sources say the demanding filming schedule often keeps Bublé away from his family for weeks at a time, making it increasingly difficult to maintain any sense of balance.
Family Comes First
One insider familiar with the situation claims Bublé wants to spend significantly more time in Canada and scale back commitments that pull him away from home.
“Michael wants to be present,” the source said. “He doesn’t want to be the celebrity dad who’s always gone. His kids need him, and he wants to be there for his wife too.”
The same source added that juggling The Voice and full-time family life has become unsustainable.
“He can’t do both,” they said. “The schedule makes it almost impossible.”
Leaving Hollywood Behind
Bublé has been open in the past about his reluctance to relocate to Los Angeles permanently. He’s previously said that moving to Hollywood is “never going to happen,” explaining that life in Canada helps keep him grounded.
The singer reportedly lives near his hometown of Burnaby, British Columbia, where his children attend the same schools he once did. Friends say that sense of normalcy is something he’s unwilling to give up.
Season 28 May Have Been His Last
The latest season of The Voice featured Bublé alongside fellow coaches Reba McEntire, Snoop Dogg, and Niall Horan. Despite becoming a fan favorite, insiders now suggest his time in the iconic red chair may be over.
“Michael has already told people he’s done after this season,” a production source claimed. “Everyone loves him there, but he’s ready to move on.”
Another factor reportedly influencing his decision is the constant online criticism that comes with being a public figure on a major network show.
“The negativity gets to him,” one source said. “He needs a break — mentally and emotionally.”
Fans Noticed Something Was Different
Viewers picked up on Bublé’s emotional state during the Season 28 finale, with many speculating that it felt like a goodbye.
During the first night of the two-part finale, Bublé appeared visibly emotional while praising finalist Jazz McKenzie, making a comment that raised eyebrows.
“This is it,” he said while holding back tears. “This is my last time here.”
Though he didn’t clarify the remark, fans immediately took notice.
“Was Bublé extra emotional?” one viewer wrote online. “Is this really his last season?”
What’s Next
While no official announcement has been made, all signs point to Michael Bublé stepping away from The Voice to prioritize family, distance himself from Hollywood chaos, and reset after years of nonstop commitments.
If Season 28 truly was his final chapter on the show, it appears the decision wasn’t about ratings or relevance — but about choosing home over the spotlight.
Michael Buble gives back to his community in Vancouver, CanadaCredit: Instagram/michaelbuble
Michael Bublé during the season 28 finale of The VoiceCredit: Getty
