In a significant announcement that has surprised the entertainment industry, multi-award-winning singer and television personality Kelly Clarkson has revealed she will be concluding her self-titled daytime talk programme. The decision marks the end of a successful seven-season run for The Kelly Clarkson Show, which first premiered on the NBC network in 2019.
A Difficult Personal Decision
The 43-year-old artist, who has secured three Grammy Awards throughout her illustrious music career including two for Best Pop Vocal Album, described the choice as extremely challenging. In a heartfelt and poignant statement released to the public, Clarkson emphasised that stepping away from her daily television commitments feels "necessary and right" as she prepares to enter what she calls the "next chapter" of her life.
Prioritising Family Life
Central to Clarkson's decision is her desire to dedicate more time to her two children: 11-year-old River and nine-year-old Remington, affectionately known as Remy. This family-focused move follows a period of personal difficulty for the Clarkson household. The father of her children, Brandon Blackstock, passed away in August last year after what was described as a "brave and courageous" three-year battle with melanoma.
In a recent interview last month, Clarkson opened up about the family's recent challenges, stating: "There's been a lot for our family recently, and so I have allowed my kids to sleep with me quite a bit." Her departure from the show's demanding daily schedule will now provide the flexibility needed to support her children during this transitional period.
A Celebrated Television Legacy
During its six-year broadcast history, The Kelly Clarkson Show established itself as a critical and popular success within the competitive daytime television landscape. The programme garnered multiple Daytime Emmy Awards, with the notable achievement of winning the prestigious Outstanding Daytime Talk Series award in 2023. Clarkson expressed profound gratitude for her experiences hosting the show.
"I have been extremely fortunate to work with such an outstanding group of people at ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show,' both in Los Angeles and New York," Clarkson wrote in her official statement. "There have been so many amazing moments and shows over these seven seasons. I am forever grateful and honored to have worked alongside the greatest band and crew you could hope for, all the talent and inspiring people who have shared their time and lives with us, all the fans who have supported our show and to NBC for always being such a supportive and incredible partner."
Future Projects and Final Season
While concluding her talk show responsibilities, Clarkson confirmed she will maintain her presence in the entertainment industry. The Texas-born star plans to continue releasing new music and will remain as a judge on the popular singing competition series The Voice, a role she has held intermittently for several years.
The final season of The Kelly Clarkson Show will continue to air until autumn of this year, featuring a roster of special guest hosts. Clarkson addressed her loyal viewership directly, stating: "For now, I want to thank y’all so much for allowing our show to be a part of your lives, and for believing in us and hanging with us for seven incredible years."
This announcement underscores the ongoing challenge many public figures face in balancing demanding professional careers with personal and family commitments, particularly following periods of significant personal loss.
