Jessie J has announced that she will be leaving BBC talent show The Voice after serving as a mentor on the programme for 2 series’.

She made the announcement through her Twitter account saying: "I've absolutely loved my time on The Voice, and I hope everyone saw and knows how passionately I felt about the show."

The BBC are planning to make a third series of the show despite flagging ratings and will now begin the search for Jessie’s replacement.

Jessie has been focussing on working on the follow up to her hugely successful debut album.

"I can't wait to promote my new record around the world and that has to take priority," she said.

"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."

BBC Controller of Entertainment Mark Linsey said of Jessie leaving the show: "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."