Thousands of fans are calling it a huge mistake. The hashtag #BringMannyBack is spreading all over social media. This happened after The Voice Battles, where country singer Manny Costello was sent home by his coach, Reba McEntire. The decision shocked a lot of viewers who loved his voice.
The battle was against another country talent, Leyton Robinson. Both singers put on a powerful show. Manny’s voice was soulful and had a cool, raspy sound. Leyton’s voice was very precise and piercing. Reba said her choice was about who she felt she could help grow the most in the competition.
Leyton Robinson & Manny Costello’s Magic “Think I’m in Love With You” Duet | The Voice Battles | NBC
Fans online quickly showed they did not agree. One person wrote, “You got robbed. Keep going.” Many comments said he had the “Best voice this season.” People are even asking coach Snoop Dogg to sign Manny to a record deal, saying “His voice is one of a kind!”
This huge wave of support shows how much Manny connected with people. His time on the show may have ended in the battles, but it did not start there. To understand why fans are so upset, we have to go back to the beginning. We can see it in his very first audition.
Manny Costello’s story | The Voice 2025 Season 28 PREMIERE (9/22/25)
In his first story, Manny said he was 28 and from Georgia. He sang “Almost Home” by Craig Morgan. He shared that he was new to music and mostly just sang in his house. He wanted to show his daughters that you can follow your dreams. His gentle voice and clear love for his family won everyone over.
Manny Costello has a special voice that feels honest. He sings about his life and you can feel that it is real. Even though he is not on the show, his journey is not over. Fans are right that this is only the beginning. Follow Manny on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. His story is one you will want to watch.