Kelly Clarkson
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Kelly Brianne Clarkson
Date of Birth: April 24, 1982
Place of Birth: Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Height: 161 cm (5′3″)
Weight: 72 kg (159 lbs)
Religion: Christian background
Nationality: American
Ancestry: English, Greek, Irish, German, Scottish
Languages: English
Marital Status: Divorced (Brandon Blackstock, 2013–2022)
Children: 2 (River Rose, b. 2014; Remington Alexander, b. 2016)
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, TV Host, Author
Education: Graduated from Burleson High School
Net Worth: $50M+ (2025 estimate)
Businesses: The Kelly Clarkson Show, children’s books, endorsements
Total Social Followers: 25M+ across platforms
Properties: Homes in Los Angeles, Montana, and Nashville
Notable Works: “A Moment Like This”, “Since U Been Gone”, “Because of You”, “Stronger”
Current Residence: New York City, USA (for her talk show)
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Raised in Burleson, Texas, after her parents’ divorce.
- Sang in school choir and musicals before pursuing music seriously.
- Worked various jobs before auditioning for American Idol.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 2002: Won the first season of American Idol.
- 2003: Released debut album Thankful, featuring “A Moment Like This”.
- 2004–2005: Huge success with Breakaway, including “Since U Been Gone”.
- 2011: Released “Stronger,” Grammy-winning anthem.
- 2018: Became a coach on The Voice.
- 2019–present: Hosts The Kelly Clarkson Show, Emmy Award-winning talk show.
- 2023: Released album Chemistry inspired by her divorce.
- 2025: Continues as a performer, TV host, and author.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- 3 Grammy Awards.
- Daytime Emmy Awards for The Kelly Clarkson Show.
- Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards.
- Hollywood Walk of Fame star (2022).
🧠 Did You Know?
- Kelly was the first-ever American Idol winner (2002).
- “Since U Been Gone” is considered one of the best pop songs of the 2000s.
- She has written children’s books inspired by her daughter River Rose.
- Her talk show has won multiple Daytime Emmys.
- Kelly is known for her powerhouse vocal range (soprano).
- She was offered multiple record deals after Idol.
- She co-wrote many of her biggest hits.
- She has sold over 25 million albums worldwide.
- Her divorce settlement was widely covered in media.
- Kelly has covered songs from virtually every genre on her show.
- She is an advocate for body positivity and mental health awareness.
- She grew up in a modest household, often struggling financially.
- She has appeared in films such as From Justin to Kelly.
- Kelly once turned down two recording contracts before Idol.
- Her fans call themselves “Kellyholics.”
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kelly Clarkson born and how old is she?
She was born on April 24, 1982; she is years old as of 2025.
What is Kelly Clarkson’s real name?
Her real name is Kelly Brianne Clarkson.
Is Kelly Clarkson married?
No, she divorced Brandon Blackstock in 2022.
Does Kelly Clarkson have kids?
Yes, she has two children: River Rose (2014) and Remington Alexander (2016).
What is Kelly Clarkson’s net worth?
Her net worth is estimated at $50M+ (2025).
What are her most famous songs?
“Since U Been Gone”, “Because of You”, “Stronger”, “A Moment Like This”.
What awards has she won?
She has won 3 Grammys, multiple Daytime Emmys, and Billboard Awards.
What businesses does Kelly Clarkson have?
She hosts The Kelly Clarkson Show, writes children’s books, and endorses brands.
Where does Kelly Clarkson live?
She resides in New York City for her talk show but also owns homes in Montana and Nashville.
Is she still making music?
Yes, she continues to release music and tour as of 2025.