The Voice is one of the most popular TV shows, as well as one of the most prestigious singing competitions. However, over its many seasons, the competition has not been without its share of controversies, stirring up debates and discussions among fans about its fairness.
Some of the show’s controversies include speculations about racism, as well as recurring issues around the show’s voting system and the level of transparency surrounding it. Of course, the show’s producers have ensured that this is not the case.
But what exactly is known about the voting system and why is it controversial? Well, in 2014, an alleged contract between the show and a contestant was leaked and the findings made people raise some eyebrows.
Controversies around The Voice’s fairness: A leaked contract
According to The Daily Mail, in 2014, the New York Daily News got hold of a 32-page contract revealing several secrets surrounding the conditions of the contestants, as well as the behind-the-scenes rules about voting.
Per the reports, producers can choose to ignore votes, change rules on a whim, or eliminate contestants in “the events of problems.” However, per The Daily Mail, the show’s producers and NBC denied that any manipulation of the votes occurs and say that the clauses are “precautionary.”
On the other hand, contestants are also subjected to rigorous psychological and medical tests, with results potentially aired on TV. They must also agree to be portrayed in potentially negative or false ways, exposing them to ridicule and humiliation.