Blake Shelton May Be Gone From The Voice, But Gwen Stefani Made Sure He's Not Forgotten In Reba McEntire's Debut

Despite the first artist turning attention to Reba McEntire with a rousing rendition of “Fancy,” both Niall Horan and Gwen Stefani channeled Blake Shelton while trying to attract Jordan Rainer to their teams.

All in all, The Voice seemed a little tamer without Blake Shelton — and his frequent sparring buddy Kelly Clarkson.

There’s a new sheriff in town, now that Blake Shelton has officially retired from The Voice, but while Reba McEntire rode in on a horse, she quickly upgraded her status from cowgirl to queen, as she made her debut on Season 24, complete with crown and scepter.