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Why did Simone Biles join The Voice as Snoop Dogg's advisor? Details explored

Modified Nov 26, 2024 11:19 GMT

Simone Biles, a celebrated Olympic gymnast, joined The Voice season 26 as a playoff advisor for Snoop Dogg's team. This partnership brought together expertise from two distinct fields: athletics and music. Biles’ role was to help contestants manage pressure, build confidence, and connect with audiences. During a November 21 interview with AP, when asked about her participation, she said,

"For us, it was about instilling confidence going into the next week."

This collaboration started from their interactions during the 2024 Paris Olympics, during which Simone and Snoop participated in media engagements. According to Snoop, their shared ability to perform in high-stakes situations became a reason for Simone's inclusion on The Voice.

This week's episode of The Voice, featuring Simone Biles' debut as an advisor, aired on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 8 pm ET on NBC and Peacock.

How did Simone Biles support Snoop Dogg’s team on The Voice?

Drawing from her career as an elite gymnast, she taught contestants how to stay composed under pressure and perform at their best. While her background was not in music, her experience in handling competitive pressure provided valuable insights for The Voice singers.

According to an Associated Press (AP) interview with Biles, her involvement stemmed from her ability to offer emotional and strategic support.

"We were able to riff off each other and give the artists the best insight going into the next round," Biles said.

Snoop Dogg said that Biles’ presence was not about musical expertise but about her ability to inspire and guide contestants through challenges. Biles described her role as providing emotional and strategic advice.

Snoop Dogg highlighted their shared performance experiences, saying,

"We have the best experience and knowledge to give to these performers. She's a performer. I'm a performer. We've performed under extreme conditions."

As the playoffs continued, Biles’ guidance became a factor for Snoop Dogg’s team. During the same interview with AP, he emphasized the importance of having someone who understood the mental side of performing, saying, “She’s been there, and she knows how to help others stay strong.” Through her mentorship, Biles prepared contestants for the challenges ahead, ensuring they were ready to face the next round of performances.

Highlights from episode 16 of The Voice featuring Simone Biles

The latest episode of The Voice season 26 saw the teams preparing for the playoff round, where contestants aimed to secure their spots in the next stage of the competition. Simone worked closely with Snoop's team, focusing on each artist's challenges and strengths.

During rehearsals, Biles guided contestants through strategies to manage their nerves and stay focused under pressure. One moment featured Simone encouraging a contestant to embrace their personal story as a way to connect more deeply with the audience.

"You’ve got to own who you are and let that come through," she said during a coaching session.

Her advice resonated with the artists, who expressed gratitude for her perspective. One contestant, after struggling with confidence issues during rehearsals, delivered a performance that impressed both Snoop and the judges.

Snoop credited Biles’ influence, saying, “You brought that energy out of them—they felt like they could do it.”

The episode concluded with Snoop’s team delivering standout performances, earning praise for their stage presence. As the playoffs move forward, the collaboration between Snoop and Simone promises to bring further growth to the team.

The Voice season 26 episodes are streaming on NBC and Peacock.