Kelly Clarkson Announces ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ to Conclude in 2026
Pop superstar and daytime television host Kelly Clarkson, 43, has announced the conclusion of ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ in Fall 2026, following a highly successful run of seven seasons. The beloved series, which premiered in 2019, will air its final episodes next year, with Clarkson revealing the news in a heartfelt statement shared on social media on Monday, February 2. Clarkson’s decision stems from a deeply personal desire to “prioritize” her two children, 11-year-old River Rose and 9-year-old Remington Alexander. This choice comes just months after the profound loss of their father, Brandon Blackstock, Clarkson’s ex-husband and talent manager, who tragically passed away in August 2025 from cancer. The move away from the demanding daily production schedule will allow the Grammy-winning artist to dedicate more time to her family during this challenging new chapter.
In her statement, Clarkson expressed immense gratitude for her time on 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,” she wrote. “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.”
A Legacy of Laughter, Music, and Awards
‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ quickly carved out a unique space in daytime television, celebrated for its uplifting interviews, inspiring segments, and, most notably, its viral ‘Kellyoke’ segment. In ‘Kellyoke,’ Clarkson famously performed covers of popular songs, showcasing her unparalleled vocal prowess and often giving new life to beloved tracks, a phenomenon affectionately dubbed ‘The Kelly Clarkson Effect’ by fans and critics alike.
Over its impressive seven-year run, the show garnered significant critical acclaim and numerous accolades. It proudly boasts 24 Daytime Emmy Awards, including an extraordinary four consecutive wins for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series and four consecutive wins for Outstanding Talk Show Host for Clarkson herself. Beyond the Emmys, the program also secured major victories at the People’s Choice Awards, Gracie Awards, Webby Awards, and the Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards, alongside multiple nominations from prestigious bodies like the Critics’ Choice Awards, MTV Movie & TV Awards, GLAAD Media Awards, and the Writers Guild of America Awards.
While ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ prepares for its final episodes through Fall 2026, featuring a slate of special guest hosts, Clarkson reassured her loyal fanbase that “This isn’t goodbye.” She confirmed her plans to continue pursuing her passion for music, with new releases on the horizon, and will maintain her popular role as a judge on NBC’s hit singing competition, ‘The Voice.’ She concluded her farewell message by thanking fans for “allowing our show to be a part of your lives, and for believing in us and hanging with us for seven incredible years.”
