American Idol has provided us with a ton of talent, from Kelly Clarkson to Carrie Underwood to Jennifer Hudson – but that doesn’t mean they always get it right.
08.09.2022 - 18:11 / perezhilton.com
Prepare yourselves, Kelly Clarkson fans!
The 40-year-old singer revealed in a new interview with Variety on Wednesday that she’s finally dropping her first album in five years in 2023. So exciting! She said to the publication:
She means in more ways than just being the first one in so long! She continued:
Wow! So what can fans expect to hear from the first record back? From the sounds of it, a rollercoaster of emotions as Kelly details the heartbreak she experienced over the past “two years” with her split ex-husband Brandon Blackstock. As you may recall, the couple called it quits in 2020 after seven years of marriage. A messy legal battle began between them, as they fought over everything from Kelly claiming he defrauded her out of millions to her trying to evict him from their Montana ranch. They eventually finalized their divorce more than a year later, with the daytime talk show host gaining primary custody of their two children, River and Remington.
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We expect Kelly to give us ALL the feelings from that difficult period in her life in her new music! It’s going to be a quintessential breakup album considering she wrote it in the eye of the storm!
The American Idol winner explained:
However, Kelly shared she almost was not going to release the album due to how “angry” she had been at the time — something she’s let go of since:
Thankfully, the Miss Independent artist changed her mind! She continued:
We’re glad she’s sharing! There are tons of people who will need those songs when they’re in their super angry post-breakup period!
Kelly ultimately hopes her tenth studio album will bring some comfort to anyone else possibly going through that, telling
American Idol has provided us with a ton of talent, from Kelly Clarkson to Carrie Underwood to Jennifer Hudson – but that doesn’t mean they always get it right.
Kelly Clarkson felt "freaked out" to be "cemented in history" on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 40-year-old pop star shot to fame back in 2002 when she won the inaugural series of 'American Idol' and has been given the prestigious honour of a spot on Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles located outside the Dolby Theater where the reality singing competition was filmed. Asked what it felt like to be "cemented in history", she told 'Entertainment Tonight': "Wow, how you just said it kind of freaked me out, that's crazy.
Simon Cowell has said he “wouldn’t be here today” if not for the success of Kelly Clarkson, as the singer was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.The star got her big break when she won first ever season of American Idol, which launched her into superstardom all the way back in 2002.The music mogul, 62, said Kelly, 40, was “one of the most loyal, talented” people he had helped throughout his career, as he spoke at the ceremony in Los Angeles on Monday. He was joined by fellow his judges from the original series, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul, who also praised Kelly before her star was unveiled. Reminiscing on to the days to when he first met Kelly, Simon told her: "I remember not just your voice but your personality.
Kelly Clarkson was honored with her own star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, and the celebrated singer and TV personality beamed as she basked in the celebratory glow of the achievement.Clarkson spoke with ET's Cassie DiLaura after the big event — where she was reunited with original judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson — and Clarkson reflected on what it was like to be «cemented in history» on the Walk of Fame.«Wow, how you just said it kind of freaked me out, that's crazy. I didn't really think about it like, that but it's incredible,» Clarkson shared. «I mean, you know, you've seen these pictures since you were a kid, with all these major people that influenced you artistically in your life, and it's cool to be a part of that.»«Especially like right in front of where I won [] 20 years ago,» added Clarkson, whose star is located right in front of the Dolby Theater on Hollywood Blvd.
Kelly Clarkson was joined by her two children on Monday for a rare public appearance as she accepted a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.MORE: Kelly Clarkson will release a new album after five-year breakThe singer and talk show host is mom to daughter River Rose, eight, and son Remington Alexander, six, and the two joined her on Hollywood Boulevard for the special celebration which saw Simon Cowell present her with the award.WATCH: Kelly Clarkson to perform Dolly Parton tribute at 2022 Academy of Country Music AwardsRiver wore a sweet bright red tunic with blue leggings and biker boots, while Remington wore red and green Gucci pants with a cream polo shirt.Kelly, who had a big smile on her face, wore a classic velvet black dress with pointed black leather boots.MORE: Kelly Clarkson shares emotional message about huge life change as fans inundate her with supportRandy Jackson and Paula Abdul, who along with Simon were on the American Idol judging panel when she won two decades ago, were also in attendance."I actually thought I was being punked on the first day," Simon said of the first day of auditions when he met Kelly in 2000. Kelly gave her children a big hugHe continued: "Paula [was] resigned. Every singer was out of tune and it got worse, progressively.
Kelly Clarkson received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Monday morning, 20 years after becoming the first ever winner of "American Idol" at the end of its first season in 2002. After the ceremony, Clarkson spoke with Fox News Digital regarding how she was feeling about reaching that Hollywood milestone two decades after her historic win. Clarkson was able to share the moment with her two children, who watched their mom’s big moment from the audience, as well as the ones who gave her a big break, original "American Idol" judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson.
Kelly Clarkson has officially been honoured with a Hollywood star.
Kelly Clarkson's family came out in full force to support the singer and talk show host at her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony Monday. The original judging panel — Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Paula Abdul -- were on hand to help pay tribute to Clarkson.The trio posed for photos with Clarkson as she proudly displayed her star and cemented her place in Hollywood history.Cowell spoke at the ceremony, praising Clarkson and the career she's had since winning the singing competition during its inaugural season.«We were just talking about the moment when you sang 'Respect,' and we all looked at each other, and it was like, 'Oh.
Kelly Clarkson‘s two children, River Rose and Remington Blackstock, are all grown up!
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Kelly Clarkson is living for a moment like this. The 40-year-old superstar recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of her historic win while gearing up for the fourth season of her eponymous talk show. On Sept.
Kelly Clarkson shared a heartfelt message with her fans acknowledging the 20th anniversary of her life-changing rise to stardom.MORE: Kelly Clarkson's departure from The Voice - all we knowTaking to Instagram, the mum-of-two penned a lengthy statement in which she opened up about her appearance on American Idol.WATCH: Kelly Clarkson makes heartfelt admission about Christmas after divorceOverflowing with emotion, Kelly candidly wrote: "20 years ago today I won American Idol and it forever changed the course of my life. That moment was the door that opened up so much access and opportunity, and creative partnerships that I will be grateful for all of my days.MORE: Kelly Clarkson makes emotional revelation about who she really owes her career toMORE: Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband buys $1.8 million home after divorce battle"I am most proud and grateful for those friends that have become family, and for their arms that have held me when I needed it, and their hearts that listened to me when I felt lost.