# Voice of Holland winner found dead in Dutch lake > Ben Saunders, British-born winner of The Voice of Holland, discovered dead in a recreational lake in the Netherlands at age 43. - Title: Voice of Holland winner found dead in Dutch lake · Dailymail - Summary: Ben Saunders, British-born winner of The Voice of Holland, discovered dead in a recreational lake in the Netherlands at age 43. Ben Saunders, who won The… - Keywords: ben saunders, the voice of holland, dutch lake death, arnhem netherlands, music competition winner, british-born singer, tattoo artist, missing person search, news, entertainment, Voice, Holland - Source: Dailymail — https://dailymail.com/news/article-16135369/British-born-winner-Voice-Holland-dead-Dutch-lake.html?ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490&ns_mchannel=rss - Published: 2026-09-16T09:04:04+00:00 - Read time: 2 min - Topics: ben saunders, the voice of holland, dutch lake death, arnhem netherlands, music competition winner, british-born singer, tattoo artist, missing person search, news, entertainment ## Voice of Holland winner found dead Ben Saunders, 43, was discovered in Rijkerswoerdse Plassen lake in Arnhem, Netherlands on Tuesday afternoon after being reported missing that morning. ## Police search launched after man enters water A man was seen entering the water and did not resurface, prompting police to launch a search that led to the discovery of Saunders' body. ## Foul play ruled out by authorities Police have not disclosed the cause of death but have ruled out foul play in the incident. ## Family witnesses body recovery Saunders' family watched from the sidelines as his body was recovered from the water and have since paid tribute to him. ## Brother shares heartbreaking tribute Dean Saunders posted on Instagram: 'My dear little brother passed away today. I have never experienced pain like what I am feeling right now.' > My dear little brother passed away today... I have never experienced pain like what I am feeling right now ## Dean honors Ben's family and legacy Dean wrote that Ben had a beautiful family that loved him very much, and that Ben would stay in his heart forever. > Ben had a beautiful beautiful family and a family that loves him very much and always will ## Fans flood social media with tributes Fans shared emotional messages on Facebook, with one saying the season Ben won was one of the best and they were glued to the screen. > I haven't really followed him since, but that season of The Voice...he won...was one of the best ## Fans wish strength to loved ones Multiple fans expressed their condolences, with messages like 'Rest in peace, Ben' and wishes of strength to his family and friends. > Rest in peace, Ben. A sad end; wishing strength to everyone who loved him ## Final social media post shows happiness Just days before his death, Saunders shared a photo on social media showing him and his partner at a wedding. ## Born in London to British parents Saunders was born in London but moved to the Dutch city of Hoorn as a young child, where he grew up. ## Won The Voice of Holland in 2011 Saunders rose to prominence after winning the first season of the Dutch television talent show The Voice of Holland in 2011. ## Released multiple albums over the years Throughout his career, Saunders released several albums and built a following as a recording artist. ## Hit single topped Dutch charts His single Kill for a Broken Heart topped the Single Top 100 chart in the Netherlands. ## Also worked as tattoo artist Beyond his music career, Saunders ran a tattoo shop in Arnhem where he worked as a tattoo artist. ## Multifaceted career in entertainment Saunders balanced his music career with his tattoo business, building a life in the Dutch city where he had grown up. ## Remembered for talent and kindness Tributes emphasize Saunders' musical talent from his Voice of Holland win and the impact he had on those who knew him. ## Key takeaway Ben Saunders, who won The Voice of Holland in 2011 and had a successful music career, was found dead in a Dutch lake; police ruled out foul play.