Shye Roberts, a rising star with deep Long Island roots, has just been announced as the Grand Marshal for the 35th Anniversary Long Island Pride Parade—marking a full-circle moment for the powerhouse vocalist who began her journey in Glen Cove, NY.
Before she was captivating millions on The Voice Season 26, Shye made waves in her hometown, even winning LIGALY’s Got Talent in 2022. Her soulful performances and heartfelt story have made her a beacon of resilience and authenticity, especially within the LGBTQ+ community that she proudly supports.
Currently, Shye is one of the final contestants on The Voice, representing Team Michael Bublé—the only coach this season with more than one artist in the finale. Since her emotional blind audition performance of “Superman (It’s Not Easy),” Shye has consistently wowed both the judges and viewers, securing her spot in the finale with grace and grit.
Shye’s journey hasn’t been easy. She found solace in music after her mother, Sheila, suffered a life-altering injury in 2010. Raised by her siblings and later relocating to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, to support her mom full-time, Shye turned to songwriting and singing as a lifeline. She’s a mostly self-taught artist who used her talent not just as creative expression, but as a way to survive and stay strong.
From performing the national anthem at Glen Cove’s mayoral inauguration to sharing the stage with some of music’s biggest names, Shye’s story is a testament to how far passion and perseverance can take you.
As she leads the Long Island Pride Parade this year, Shye stands as more than a finalist on a hit TV show—she’s a hometown hero, a symbol of pride, and an inspiration to young dreamers everywhere.
“I am beyond grateful to be chosen as this year’s Grand Marshall for LI Pride. There are so many people out there who are apart of the LGBTQ community and don’t get to see themselves represented very often in everyday life. I feel honored as someone who lives a regular life, is an aspiring artist, and isn’t like the chancellor of fanciness that I’ve been chosen to help represent and lead our community at this event. It’s something people deserve to see more of. People like them, people like me, people who deserve to be prideful and remember who they are.” — Shye Roberts