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Kathryn Williams

ITV Starstruck: Why is Shania Twain missing from the judge's panel as Ronan Keating steps in

Starstruck, ITV's newest talent show, has had a stellar judging line-up so far with country-pop sensation Shania Twain joining comedian and singer, Jason Manford, and superstar singers Beverley Knight and Adam Lambert.

But this week's episode, Saturday, March 18, Shania will be replaced by Irish pop legend and TV presenter, Ronan Keating.

Starstruck sees members of the public perform as their idols, recent weeks have seen Bon Jovi, Meatloaf, Stevie Nicks and more taken on by soundalikes.

Read more: Why Gary Lineker still won't be on Match of the Day on Saturday night

Why isn't Shania Twain on Starstruck tonight?

The Man, I Feel Like a Woman singer had scheduling conflicts and will miss two shows this series. She's said: Shania said: "I unfortunately missed two Starstruck shows this season, but I'm hugely thankful and very lucky that a good friend of mine, Ronan Keating, was able to take my seat for those episodes! We've known each other for many years and I can tell you that Ronan will be the perfect judge – providing many laughs and great insight along the way. I'm SO excited to watch!"

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While Ronan added: "Honoured that Shania entrusted me with the task of being a judge on Starstruck and I happily took on the baton offering what I hope was constructive but yet supportive feedback.

"The contestants' performances blew me away, it's so exciting to see such wonderful singing talent and the fact that most of these contestants have never sung on a stage before is just incredible. I loved every second of it!"

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