Those tuning into ITV1's Starstruck next week might be wondering where Shania Twain is. The singer joined judges Jason Manford, Beverley Knight and Adam Lambert on the panel for the 2023 season after replacing Sheridan Smith who quit after series one.
However, the 57-year-old will be absent from the entertainment show on Saturday, March 18 due to other work commitments at the time of filming. She will be replaced by singer and presenter Ronan Keating.
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!"
While Ronan will be joining the Starstruck panel for two episodes covering for regular panelist Shania. ITV bosses have confirmed that Shania will return to the panel for the penultimate and final shows.
It comes after last night's episode saw groups transform into and perform as Robbie Williams, Stevie Knicks, Justin Bieber and Beyonce. However, it was Team Beyonce who impressed the panel the most with the audience sending Esther-Olivia through to the final. For more showbiz and television stories get our newsletter here.
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