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Stars Rejected by The Voice: Unseen Auditions
21 Sep
Summary
- Several famous artists auditioned for The Voice but were rejected.
- Some artists like Lainey Wilson tried multiple times unsuccessfully.
- Despite rejections, many found significant success later.
Many artists who are now household names faced early rejection from The Voice. Luke Combs, a multi-award-winning country star, auditioned but was told he was "too boring for television" after multiple rounds. Roan, a Grammy winner, shared her disappointing experience auditioning at 15 where a producer ignored her performance.
Morgan Wallen, now a major country music figure, appeared on season 6 of The Voice, eventually being eliminated in the playoffs. He later expressed gratitude, stating the experience kick-started his career and helped him realize his potential. Maren Morris also revealed rejections from The Voice and American Idol, humorously noting that her songs are now covered by contestants on those shows.
Lainey Wilson, who later became a mentor on The Voice, revealed she auditioned seven times without even reaching the chair-turning stage. Camila Cabello auditioned for The Voice before joining Fifth Harmony, leaving to pursue meeting One Direction, and later returned as a coach. Anthony Ramos of Broadway fame was cut in the first round of The Voice auditions but returned as a mentor.
