The Voice Season 26 Top 8: Vote Now — Who's Leaving?

Sofronio Vasquez - The Voice 26 — Pictured: Sofronio Vasquez — (Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC)

The Voice Season 26: Top 8 Polls — Vote for Your Favorite Performance and Sting Duet

The Voice season 26 entered its Live Shows phase with an intense semi-final night featuring the Top 8 contenders. Monday’s broadcast showcased individual performances and special duet numbers, each contestant pairing with Sting for renditions that highlighted both the singers and the music legend himself. Overnight voting will determine which four artists advance directly to the finale and which four must compete for the instant save; three contestants will be eliminated following Tuesday night’s results.

The semi-final lineup included standout moments that could reshape expectations for the finale. Sofronio Vasquez closed the night with a commanding performance that many viewers feel positions him strongly for the victory. Yet other artists delivered memorable, emotionally charged sets that deserve attention: Shye’s stirring take on Brandi Carlile’s “The Story,” Danny Joseph’s gritty interpretation of Chris Stapleton’s “I Was Wrong,” and Sydney Sterlace’s haunting, intimate version of Billie Eilish’s “when the party’s over.” Each of these performances has generated buzz and could influence the final voting outcomes.

How the public votes in the hours after the broadcast will shape next week’s finale. America’s vote will advance four singers directly to the final round; the remaining four artists will battle for the instant save, with one additional spot in the Top 5 decided live. This structure means strategic voting matters—fans who want to protect a favorite should act early during the official voting window.

Top 8 Performance Polls — Cast Your Choices

We’ve set up several polls to capture how viewers reacted to Monday’s semi-final. These polls are intended to reflect audience sentiment on standout performances, duet collaborations with Sting, and predictions about which artists will be eliminated. Use these polls to share your perspective on who should move forward and who may be leaving the competition.

Favorite Top 8 Performance

Poll: Select the contestant whose solo performance impressed you the most during the Top 8 semi-final. Voting is open to reflect fan favorites, vocal delivery, song choice, and emotional impact.

Favorite Sting Duet

Poll: Which duet with Sting was your favorite? These collaborations offered a rare opportunity to hear contestants perform alongside a music icon—vote for the duet that moved you most.

Which 3 Artists WILL Be Eliminated? (Pick 3)

Predictive poll: Which three artists do you expect will be eliminated after overnight voting and the live results show? Choose the three contestants you think will not advance.

Which 3 Artists SHOULD Be Eliminated? (Pick 3)

Opinion poll: Based on overall performance quality, song choices, and consistency throughout the season, which three artists do you believe should be eliminated at this stage?

Favorite Team So Far

Poll: Which coach’s team has impressed you the most during season 26? Vote for the coach whose artists have delivered the strongest collective performances.

The semi-final results will be revealed live on NBC at 9:00 pm ET/PT. As the show progresses toward the finale, every performance and vote counts. Fans can influence the Top 5 composition through their votes, and tonight’s instant save will determine the last finalist in a high-pressure live moment.

Whether you supported Sofronio Vasquez’s commanding finale-level set, found Shye’s emotional delivery unforgettable, admired Danny Joseph’s country-rock grit, or were moved by Sydney Sterlace’s delicate intensity, this semi-final carried moments that could shift public opinion. Keep an eye on the live results and stay engaged with the polls to share your voice on who should advance to the finale.

We will post poll results and reactions after the live results air. Vote for your favorites, make your predictions, and join the conversation as season 26 heads into its final week of competition.