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Yung Milla Wins The Voice Australia 2026 With Powerful Rap Performance

Darwin-based rapper Yung Milla won The Voice Australia 2026 on September 27, delivering a notable rendition of Tupac's "Changes" and receiving $100,000 and a recording package.

Timeline

  1. 2026-07-01: The Voice Australia 2026 season begins with blind auditions.
  2. 2026-08-15: Introduction of Tones And I as a secret fifth judge offering a second chance to eliminated contestants.
  3. 2026-09-20: Semi-final round airs, narrowing down contestants to finalists.
  4. 2026-09-27: Grand finale airs; Yung Milla wins The Voice Australia 2026.

On September 27, 22-year-old rapper Yung Milla from Darwin was crowned the winner of The Voice Australia 2026 following a grand finale aired on Channel Seven and livestreamed on 7plus. He captivated both the judges and audiences with his authentic and powerful storytelling, representing his culture and community through his music. His performance of Tupac's "Changes" was noted as a compelling portrayal of his personal journey and struggles [1][3]. [1][3]

Yung Milla's coach, former Spice Girl Melanie C, expressed pride in his achievements, emphasizing that his presence changed the perception of what The Voice represents. She noted the show’s evolution from focusing merely on big singers to valuing the power of having a distinct voice and using it meaningfully [1]. [1]

As part of his prize for winning, Yung Milla received $100,000 in cash along with an all-inclusive recording and development package from Hive Sound Studios. This comprehensive package includes production, recording, mixing, mastering, and access to Australia's leading artist and repertoire and label services, designed to help launch his professional music career [1]. [1]

The 2026 season of The Voice Australia featured a new element with Tones And I acting as a secret fifth judge. She provided previously eliminated contestants from the blind auditions with a second chance in the competition, adding a fresh dynamic to the season [2]. [2]

The season drew widespread attention not only for its competitive drama but also for highlighting diverse musical styles and cultural voices, with Yung Milla's success seen as a significant moment in the show's history. The grand finale, held on September 27 at 7:00 PM AEST, concluded this pivotal season [3][4]. [3][4]

Sources

  1. The Voice 2026 grand final: Yung Milla wins $100,000 prize | 7NEWS
  2. Who Is The Voice Australia 2026 Winner? | PEDESTRIAN.TV
  3. The Voice Australia 2026 Finals: Semi-Final and Grand Final Dates, Times and 7plus — AU Reality On Air
  4. The Voice 2026: dónde ver, quiénes son los jueces y a qué hora inicia hoy

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