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Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert Honor Oklahoma Disaster Victims on The Voice

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Oklahoma native Blake Shelton drew on the comfort of his wife Miranda Lambert on The Voice Tuesday night as the couple opened the results show with a touching duet tribute to those affected by Monday's devastating tornadoes.

Shelton, 36, and Lambert, 29, delivered a touching and somber "Over You" as the show called its fans to donate to the Red Cross and its relief efforts for victim families and survivors of the deadly storm, which smashed into Moore, Okla., about 100 miles from the couple's home.

"I think "Over You" was the perfect song for this situation," Shelton said after the show. "The moment was right. I wish things could have been different. I wouldn't have thought about performing a song like that, but it seemed like the right thing to do."

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The Voice Pays Tribute to Oklahoma, Eliminates Two Singers

Originally posted 05/21/2013 10:30 PM

The Voice Reveals Its Top 8

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The Voice said goodbye to two more contestants Tuesday night, leaving just eight skillful singers in the competition.

The tragedy in Oklahoma once again took center stage at the top of the show when coach Blake Shelton, an Oklahoma native, and wife Miranda Lambert delivered a heartfelt version of her song, "Over You," dedicated to the victims of the devastating tornado.

Later, host Carson Daly presided over the tense eliminations, as the saved artists were slowly revealed over the course of the show.

So who went home Tuesday night? Read on to find out ...

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Christina Aguilera Shows Off Her Slim and Sexy Curves

Originally posted 05/16/2013 04:00 PM

Christina Aguilera Shows Off a Slim and Sexy Curves on Twitter | Christina Aguilera

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She's ready for her close-up!

Christina Aguilera Tweeted a photo from the set of her new video on Tuesday, giving fans a clear look at her slim figure.

"On set shooting music video with @Alexoficial for #HoyTengoGanasDeTi," she writes.

In the image, The Voice judge, who will return as a mentor when season 5 picks up Sept. 23, shows off her curves by posing in a black bra and skin-tight skirt.

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Usher Sheds His Shirt as The Voice Competition Heats Up

Originally posted 05/14/2013 06:45 AM

The Voice: Usher Sheds His Shirt as Competition Heats Up

Heat was Monday night's theme on The Voice – even the air-conditioning in the studio gave out for a time.

Despite the setback, the show drew a host of sizzling performances from powerhouse country singers who likely raised their stock for fans at home now voting for the Top 12 finalists.

After 30 minutes without the a/c, a sweltering Usher removed his shirt to reveal a black tank top and sculpted arms, which set fans screaming. But it was performances from country's Amber Carrington, 16-year-old Danielle Bradbery of Texas and the always-soulful Judith Hill that kept the room hot as the night's competition wore on.

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The Voice's Coaches Agonize Over Top 12 Decision

Originally posted 05/08/2013 10:25 PM

The Voice Reveals Top 12 | Shakira

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The Voice's celeb coaches looked visibly pained Wednesday night before having to send home one of their own contestants.

Shakira – whose team performed Tuesday along with Blake Shelton's singers – couldn't even wave to the camera when she was introduced at the top of the show. "I couldn't sleep last night because of what I knew I had to go through today," she said. "I know my heart is going to break into 100 pieces."

Usher and Shelton looked equally anguished about having to send home one of the singers, whom American did not save. Adam Levine – whose all-female team performed Monday alongside Usher's group – was so torn that he didn't blurt out his choice until credits were rolling.

So who went home Wednesday night? Keep reading to find out ...

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It's Team Blake vs. Team Shakira on The Voice

Originally posted 05/08/2013 08:00 AM

Shakira and Blake Shelton Show Off Their Talented Teams on The Voice

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The Voice's celeb coaches Shakira and Blake Shelton beamed like proud parents as their teams delivered powerful performances Tuesday night, each fighting for a spot in the top 12 before Wednesday's live elimination.

Team Shakira's Sasha Allen – a steal from coach Adam Levine, whose team performed Monday along with Usher's – closed out the night with her show-stopping performance of "Oh! Darling" that left the judges drooling.

"I feel that we are in front of one of those moments that we all signed up for here, that we all live for in this show," Shakira said. "You just gave us this moment. You have one of the best voices I have ever heard in my life."

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POLL: Which Celeb Coach Has the Talent to Win The Voice?

Originally posted 05/06/2013 04:30 PM

The Voice: Which Celebrity Coach Has the Best Team?

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The Voice's live shows kick off Monday – and all four celebrity coaches are hoping their carefully selected teams of four talented singers will lead them to victory.

Veteran coach Adam Levine has an all-female team – which fellow judge Usher playfully dubbed "Adam's Angels" – and includes powerhouse Judith Hill, a background singer who was once Michael Jackson's duet partner. Sarah Simmons, a rock, soul and blues artist, who gave a command performance of "Wild Horses" in the knockouts, is another favorite.

Fellow veteran Blake Shelton – who has won the competition twice before – has four country artists representing his team, including 16-year-old ingénue Danielle Bradbery, who had never performed before the competition. Another act to watch are the Swon Brothers, who mark the first time a duo has made it to the live rounds since season 1.

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The Voice: Usher & Blake Shelton Finalize Teams Before Live Shows | Blake Shelton

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Usher and Blake Shelton helped four singers on their teams inch closer to their dream Tuesday night when they selected them in The Voice's final knockout rounds. But their tough choices amidst strong performances – much like the previous night featuring singers on Team Shakira and Team Adam – also meant heartbreak for talented singers who won't be at the live shows next week.

Team Blake kicked things off Tuesday with country artists Savannah Berry and Justin Rivers. Berry earned praised for her country version of "As Long As You Love Me," but Blake chose Justin for his powerful performance of "The Climb."

"I really thought Savannah was going to win that," Blake said. "But Justin dug down, knowing that this was his last chance and he did it."

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The Voice: Shakira and Adam Levine Make Tough Cuts in Knockout Rounds

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It was a strong night of dueling performances for Team Adam and Team Shakira, which are now down to just four acts each after the first night of knockout rounds on The Voice.

Making tough choices with powerhouse singers – no steals, no saves – the judges admitted Monday that playing favorites and saying goodbye was ruining their night. But decisions had to be made.

Amber Carrington beat out quirky duo Midas Whale with a nuanced and powerful turn on Avril Lavigne's hit "I'm With You." Levine called her the "biggest surprise on my team" and said, "Every day we see you continue to blow us away."

In a second round, Team Adam's Amy Whitcomb and Caroline Glaser paired off in a tough battle. In the end, Glaser outshined her best pal with a performance of Little Talk's "Of Monster's and Men."

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The Voice Contestant Sasha Allen Takes on Etta James in Knockout Round

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Well, that's one way to knock out the competition.

Delivering on the promise of The Voice's upcoming knockout round, standout contestant Sasha Allen delivers a rousing rendition of late and legendary singer Etta James's classic "At Last" in a sneak peek (below) at this week's challenge, airing this week (Monday and Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET) on NBC.

The 30-year-old's performance was so good, it even knocked her coach, Shakira, right out of her chair and into a standing ovation.

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