The curtain has fallen on Season 28 of The Voice, revealing a fresh victor who has captured the hearts of America.

In a thrilling conclusion aired on Tuesday, December 16, the much-anticipated moment arrived when host Carson Daly declared Aiden Ross, a student from Texas A&M University, as the winner. Competing under the mentorship of Niall Horan, Aiden’s journey culminated in securing the highest number of votes from the show’s dedicated audience.

As the announcement echoed across living rooms, fellow coaches Reba McEntire, Michael Bublé, and Snoop Dogg stood in admiration, offering a standing ovation to the newly crowned champion. With this victory, Aiden not only gains a coveted record deal and a significant cash prize but also contributes to Niall Horan’s impeccable coaching streak, maintaining his record of coaching a winner in every season he has participated in.

The night before the grand finale, audiences were treated to captivating performances from the remaining hopefuls vying for the title. The talented lineup included Aubrey Nicole from Team Reba, Jazz McKenzie and Max Chambers from Team Michael, Ralph Edwards from Team Snoop, and the country ensemble Dek of Hearts from Team Niall, each delivering their best in pursuit of America’s votes.

Since its inception in 2011, The Voice has been a platform for outstanding vocalists from across the nation, crowning a total of 27 champions before this season. The show has consistently wowed audiences with its diverse talent pool. Notably, during Season 19, New Yorker Carter Rubin showcased his extraordinary vocal prowess, securing a win for his coach, Gwen Stefani, marking her first triumph on the show.

Before each artist performed two songs, many of the coaches expressed how impressed they were with the talent from season 28.

“I think this one is the highest level across the board of talent,” Niall exclusively shared with Us Weekly while attending The Voice season 28 live show red carpet on Monday, December 15. “I think going into finals in previous seasons that I’ve been here, I have a good idea of who’s gonna either win or get very close, but backstage, even between us, we can’t call it.”

While Niall acknowledged that he had two incredible artists in the finale, he also realized it’s up to America to decide who wins.

“I’m sure everyone else thinks that they’ve got an unbelievable artist, but the talent level is through the roof,” he shared. “People like Ralph and then you’ve got my two and it’s a whole thing this season, more than I can remember.”

Speaking of Ralph, Snoop couldn’t hide his excitement at seeing his finalist soar throughout the season.

“He had 11 opportunities to be on The Voice and he didn’t make it, and on the 12th opportunity, it’s like the 12th day of Christmas,” Snoop shared. “Ralph was able to persevere and push through. I feel like this is a moment for him more than anything.”

As for Reba, she was grateful to have the opportunity to coach Aubrey throughout the season. The country music legend’s biggest reminder for her contestant was to have fun.

“That is the best advice I’ve ever gotten,” she told Us. “But before you get to have fun, you’ve got to be prepared. Know your lines or your song — whatever it is — so you can go up there on that stage, when the lights come on and the microphone is in your hand, you can have fun, because you know what you’re supposed to do.”

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While one season of The Voice may be an ending, NBC has big plans for season 29. The Voice: Battle of Champions is a special revamped season that will feature only three coaches.

Previous winners Adam Levine, Kelly Clarkson and John Legend will join the new season when it premieres on NBC Monday, February 23.

Catch up on season 28 of The Voice by streaming old episodes now on Peacock.