Kevin Simm criticizes The Voice UK

Former The Voice UK winner Kevin Simm has criticized the singing competition, describing it as a “waste of f***ing time” in an interview with Closer magazine. Simm, who won the fifth series in 2016, questioned the value of the program for aspiring musicians, stating that it “never does anything for the winners.”

Following his victory, Simm released music through Universal Music Group and later became the frontman for the band Wet Wet Wet. He has also recently reunited with the group Liberty X. While Simm expressed dissatisfaction with the show's impact on contestants, other participants like Becky Hill and Jamie Miller have achieved notable musical success.