Gwen Stefani ripped by 'The Voice' fans as she looks unrecognizable in recent episode: 'Fire your stylist'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Gwen Stefani's recent appearance on 'The Voice' has caused a stir among fans, with many claiming she looks nearly unrecognizable, as reported by the Daily Mail.

The 55-year-old singer returned as a coach during the Battle Rounds, but it wasn't her coaching skills that drew attention this time. Instead, it was her bold new hairstyle that set social media buzzing.

Gwen Stefani's new appearance on 'The Voice' sparks backlash

Fans were quick to express their dismay over her change in appearance, with several critiquing her choice of wig.

The backlash highlighted the challenges celebrities face when they alter their signature looks, as fans are often emotionally attached to the versions of their idols they are used to.

In this case, Gwen's switch from her iconic platinum blonde hair to warm blonde wavy locks sparked an outpouring of reactions online.

Stefani has been a pop culture icon since her days with No Doubt, known not only for her music but also for her distinct style.

Her icy platinum hair has been one of her trademarks, so when she appeared on 'The Voice' with a dramatically different look, it wasn’t surprising that fans were taken aback.

For her appearance in the Battles round, Stefani traded her usual platinum strands for warmer blonde waves, complete with voluminous bangs that framed her face.

She also wore a bright yellow sunflower dress and had flawless makeup, but it was her hair that became the topic of conversation.

Immediately following the episode, fans took to social media to discuss Gwen’s makeover.

One person remarked, "Please Gwen the blonde wig (mop) looks AWFUL." Another said, "Gwen fire your stylist... that wig w/the bangs does nothing at all for you."

"Gwen's wig is making me mad," wrote one person. Another added, "Gwen couldn't get a better wig?"

One individual wrote, "You don't even look like Gwen Stefani. I miss Gwen Stefani." Another pointed out, "I’m not too crazy about @gwenstefani’s wig tonight on the @NBCTheVoice battles."

Gwen Stefani had tough task of coaching two talented teens during Battle Rounds

While fans were busy talking about Gwen Stefani's look, the Battle Rounds of 'The Voice' continued to bring drama of their own.

Stefani had the tough task of coaching two talented teens, 19-year-old Sloane Simon and 15-year-old Sydney Sterlace, both performing Billie Eilish's 'Birds of a Feather'.

During rehearsals, Stefani expressed that choosing between the two would be challenging, recognizing the unique strengths of each contestant.

After much deliberation, Stefani ultimately selected Sydney to advance to the next round. However, Sloane didn’t leave empty-handed.

The other three judges—Snoop Dogg, Reba McEntire, and Michael Buble—were eager to use their Steal option on Sloane. In the end, Sloane chose to join Michael Buble’s team.

Snoop Dogg, making his debut as a coach this season, also brought his own flavor to the Battle Rounds.

Fans were excited to see how the hip-hop legend would guide his team through the competition.

He paired up Gail Bliss and Christina Eagle for a performance of Gretchen Wilson's 'Redneck Woman' and later selected Mikayla Ayira and Eliza Pryor to sing Vanessa Carlton's 'A Thousand Miles'.

Although none of Snoop’s singers were stolen by other judges after elimination, the excitement surrounding his team and his unique approach to coaching made him a standout on the panel.

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