Rita Ora joins The Voice judging panel

Rita Ora has joined The Voice UK for its fourth series.

The singer joins Tom Jones, will.i.am and Ricky Wilson on the coaching panel for the BBC One show.

“So excited to be part of – and for my team to win – The Voice this series!” Ora said.

“Let’s have some fun will.i.am, Tom and Ricky! I’m really looking forward to the blind auditions – and spinning in my big red chair. EXCITED!!!!”

Tom Jones said: “I’m really looking forward to coming back to The Voice for season four.

“Not only do I get to know and work with Rita, I can once again enjoy hearing and seeing the talent that comes from just about every corner of the UK.

“I respect and admire all those who have the guts and determination to get through each challenge that the show presents, so let’s see what happens in 2015!”

will.i.am added: “Season four of The Voice is going to be amazing! Tom Jones is our rock, Ricky is awesome and it’s our pleasure to welcome the very talented Rita Ora.

“Rita is sweet, spicy and sassy – she’s going to be a great addition to the coaches team.”

Ricky Wilson said: “I enjoyed spending last winter with The Voice, it’s definitely fun to be part of a show with a spinning chair. I hope Rita likes it too… I’m sure the audience will love her.”

All four coaches will travel to Salford next month ahead of the blind auditions for the show.

Host Emma Willis commented: “I am delighted to be returning to The Voice for series four.

“It was a privilege to be part of the team who uncovered such amazing talent last year and I loved every minute of it. Bring on those spinning chairs – here’s to another cracking series!”

Co-host Marvin Humes added: “I can’t wait for series four. I had such a great time filming the last series and the level of talent was mind blowing, so I can’t wait to get started again.”

The Voice UK launches in January 2015.