Katie Waissel is retraining as a lawyer after failing to make it in music.
Katie Waissel
The 35-year-old singer appeared on 'The X Factor' in 2010 and had hoped of becoming a world-famous pop star - but after failing to realise her dreams in the music industry, Katie is making a career switch.
The TV star said: "I’m starting law school next month, which is really cool and exciting. I do feel like Elle Woods [from 'Legally Blonde'] or Erin Brockovich – either or. They are brilliant."
Katie is ultimately determined to instigate change in the UK, and so she's decided to make a career change.
The singer told the 'Made By Mammas' podcast: "People are transparent, there’s no place to hide anymore. People’s voices are heard and rightly so.
"I think that it’s important for the current laws and regulations to be modernised to coincide with that, which is what I’m working towards and why I’ve decided to start law school in September.
"I’m really passionate and dedicated to ensuring that those changes happen by the time the next generation comes into play."
Meanwhile, Katie previously revealed that 'The X Factor' left her feeling suicidal.
The singer blasted the ITV talent show and her experiences as a contestant.
She said: "We all had to go through media training - almost a type of brainwash - ensuring we never said a bad word about the show or those that worked on or alongside it.
"But how can we stay silent when future careers were shattered, and past contestants, myself included, are still undertaking therapy for PTSD caused by this show?
"I had experienced such a lot point when I was trying to rebuild my life, that I had frighteningly found myself contemplating suicide."
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