Singer Steps Away from Daily Grind Following Ex-Husband’s Death
Kelly Clarkson announced her syndicated talk show will conclude after its seventh season, prioritizing time with her children River Rose, 11, and Remy Alexander, 9. The Grammy winner shared the news on Instagram February 2, 2026, calling it a “necessary and right” choice for her family’s next chapter. The Daytime Emmy-winning program debuted in 2019, earning 22 awards for its “Kellyoke” covers and heartfelt interviews.
Emotional Announcement Details
“This isn’t goodbye,” Clarkson wrote. “I’ll still make music, play shows, and pop up on The Voice.” Season 7 episodes air through fall 2026. Guest hosts will fill final slots. Clarkson relocated production to NYC’s 30 Rock in 2023 after her 2022 divorce from Brandon Blackstock, who died of skin cancer in 2025 at age 48.
The demanding schedule took its toll. Clarkson cited family needs post-loss. “Life just kind of happens,” she reflected. Fans flooded comments: “You’ve given us so much joy—go be with your babies.”
Show’s Legacy and Ratings Success
The Kelly Clarkson Show spotlighted celebrities and “everyday heroes.” Kellyoke segments went viral weekly. Season 7 premiered September 29, 2025, with renewed energy. Clarkson juggled it alongside The Voice Season 29 coaching duties, premiering February 23.
Ratings held strong despite daytime TV shifts. NBCUniversal called her exit a “personal choice.” No replacement named yet. Clarkson plans music focus—rumors swirl of a country pivot.
Life After Talk TV
Clarkson’s Vegas residency ended triumphantly. Her 2025 health journey inspired fans amid grief. Kids remain central: River loves soccer; Remy’s into art. Co-parenting with Blackstock’s memory guides her.
This mirrors Oprah’s 2011 daytime exit. Clarkson joins elite talk show alumni. At 43, her voice endures—minus daily 5 a.m. calls.
Supporters cheer her boundary-setting. Critics question timing amid rumors. Clarkson stays authentic. Motherhood trumps spotlight.
