Tom Jones Claims He Has Been Fired From ‘The Voice UK’ Because Of “Financial Difficulty”

Sir Tom Jones is known for his booming baritone voice — and he has certainly used it to call out ITV‘s decision to fire him from The Voice UK. In a statement posted on Instagram, the Welsh singer alleged that he was removed from his coaching role on The Voice because of a “financial difficulty with insurance.” Jones did not elaborate on the issue, but suggested that it was wrong of ITV to brief that he was removed from the show because of a creative refresh. “They are offering a much-reduced role where I would make an appearance but without being actually involved from the start, and I’m not thrilled about that,” Jones said. “So the only thing I know right now, is that there’s never a good time to fire an 86-year-old who’s still pretty good at his job.” Watch on Deadline ITV has yet to comment on the changes to The Voice, but The Sun newspaper reported that Cheryl (formerly Cheryl Tweedy and Cheryl Cole) is being eyed as Jones’ replacement. The Sun added that Will.i.am and Kelly Rowland will return as coaches. Stacey Solomon and Alesha Dixon will take over hosting duties from Emma Willis, who is now presenting Strictly Come Dancing. ITV has been approached for comment. Jones has been a coach on The Voice since its first season on the BBC in 2012. Season 14 is currently on air. Jones’ acts have won the series three times in those 14 years.