Jessie J quits the BBC talent show after just two series

Jessie J has quit as judge on The Voice UK after two series of the show, causing another blow to the BBC talent competition

'I've absolutely loved my time on The Voice and I hope everyone saw and knows how passionately I felt about the show. However, I can't wait to promote my new record around the world and that has to take priority,' Jessie, 25, wrote on Friday.

The singer went on to say: ' I shall be keeping a very close eye on series three, showing my support in every way I can, and really hope that in some way that I can be part of the show.'

Audience figures for the second series failed to match those of the first run in 2012, however during the final month of the show, they increased just as disabled contestant Andrea Begley was crowned the winner.

But will.i.am voiced his concern over the result, tweeting after the final: 'Andrea is amazing... #dontGETmeWRONG...but we know who has the incredible #voice'.

The BBC's entertainment team also confirmed the singer's departure via their own Twitter account, writing: 'Jessie J confirms she's leaving The Voice to concentrate on promoting her album around the world.'

Mark Linsey, controller of entertainment commissioning, said: 'We're so sorry to see Jessie go as she's been an exceptional coach on - and advocate for - The Voice, but we totally support her decision to leave due to touring commitments overseas.

'We very much hope that Jessie will remain part of the show and come back and perform for us next series. In the meantime, we will now start the search for a new coach.