Love AGT & The Voice? Then You'll Love Operación Triunfo Estados Unidos

Loosely translated to "Operation Triumph United States," the acclaimed music competition series is officially headed to the United States for the first time ever on Telemundo and streaming on Peacock. 

The Spanish-language series originally premiered in Spain in 2001, and since then, 13 seasons of Operación Triunfo have aired, picking up more than a dozen awards along the way. 

Not only are musical performances and heartwarming moments in store, but the format of Operación Triunfo Estados Unidos features an exciting twist — the contestants will all be living under one roof!

"Contestants will live together in a state-of-the-art academy, where they will receive intensive artistic training from industry experts as they prepare for spectacular live performances," the press release revealed. "Day after day, the contestants will face the challenge of advancing in the competition, while judges, teachers, and the audience decide who continues in the search for an opportunity that could transform their lives and launch their musical careers. With top-notch production and an inspiring narrative, Operación Triunfo Estados Unidos is the must-see reality show of the summer to discover the next music stars."

Natalia Téllez is the host of Operación Triunfo Estados Unidos. 

The Mexican actress and TV presenter is well-known for hosting La Voz... México, the Mexican version of The Voice, as well as starring in projects such as Palabra de Mujer, Logout, María, Me Muero, and Las Azules. 

Téllez has also starred in a variety of music videos including Christian Chávez's "Tóxico," Ha*Ash's "Eso No Va a Suceder," and Benny Ibarra's "Déjalo ir."

In an Instagram post, Téllez excitedly announced that she'd joined Operación Triunfo Estados Unidos as the show's host. "I couldn't be more excited to kick off this adventure with you all, searching for the next music star on the most EPIC show on TV!!!!!" she wrote on Instagram in Spanish, adding that she wanted to "cry tears of joy."

Operación Triunfo Estados Unidos premieres on Tuesday, July 7 at 7/6c on Telemundo and Peacock. 

"What's coming in JULY is pure talent, heart, and unforgettable moments," the show shared on Instagram in Spanish. "A new generation of artists is ready to take the leap."