Kelly Clarkson has announced that her daytime talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, will conclude after its seventh season. In a statement shared on February 2, 2026, Clarkson expressed gratitude for her team and fans, stating, "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." (nbclosangeles.com)
The decision to end the show stems from Clarkson's desire to prioritize her children. She explained, "Stepping away from the daily schedule will allow me to prioritize my kids, which feels necessary and right for this next chapter of our lives." (nbclosangeles.com) Clarkson shares two children with her late ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, who passed away in August 2025 after a battle with cancer. (latimes.com)
The Kelly Clarkson Show premiered in 2019 and has been a staple of daytime television, earning multiple Daytime Emmy Awards. The seventh and final season will continue airing through fall 2026, with Clarkson hosting alongside a few guest hosts. (nbclosangeles.com)
Despite ending her talk show, Clarkson assured fans that this isn't a farewell from the public eye. She plans to continue making music, performing occasionally, and may appear on The Voice from time to time. She concluded her statement by thanking her audience: "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." (nbclosangeles.com)