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Kelly Clarkson Performs 'People Like Us' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 01:13:13 +0000

Season one winner Kelly Clarkson performed her new single ‘People Like Us’ on ‘American Idol‘ on Thursday night (April 11), showcasing an interesting blend of light and dark that’s a little bit edgier than some of her past efforts. The electronic pop track is the furthest thing imaginable from her recent foray into country. It’s [...]

Blake Shelton to Officiate Kelly Clarkson's Wedding

Christina Vinson — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 21:00:20 +0000

Kelly Clarkson is looking forward to tying the knot... with Blake Shelton. No, the 'American Idol' winner isn't going to marry Shelton, but he is going to conduct her Texas-inspired wedding to Reba McEntire's stepson, Brandon Blackstock.

Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson Top List of 100 'American Idol' Hit Singles

Megan Pacella — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:00:07 +0000

Ever since singing competition reality shows became en vogue, radio play has been dotted with hits that came straight from shows like 'American Idol.' In fact, a lot of big-name stars -- including Carrie Underwood and Kelly Clarkson -- came straight from the 'Idol' stage. Recently, Billboard magazine conducted a special survey of the Top 100 'American Idol' hits, and country music was well represented, to say the least.

Kelly Clarkson Reveals Whether She's Ever Lip-Synced

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 14:30:23 +0000

Kelly Clarkson delivered a stellar live performance of ‘My Country ‘Tis of Thee’ at the 2013 Presidential Inauguration, despite sub-freezing temperatures and intense media scrutiny. But has the former ‘American Idol’ winner ever lip-synced in a pinch? That would be a no, she says. “I’ve actually never done that,” the ‘Don’t Rush’ hitmaker confirms (quote [...]

Kelly Clarkson Shares Romantic Vacation Photo With Fiance Brandon Blackstock

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 16:10:03 +0000

Kelly Clarkson sure is in love. Her fiancé is Reba McEntire's stepson and Blake Shelton's manager Brandon Blackstock, so she's certainly marrying into a country family. The singer shared a cute photo of herself and Blackstock while on vacation in Hawaii and on Valentine's Day no less.

Kelly Clarkson Is Learning to Be a Stepmom

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 14:00:21 +0000

Kelly Clarkson may have just gotten engaged last month, but the superstar singer is already learning the ropes of motherhood. According to Us Weekly, Clarkson is adjusting well to her role as stepmother to fiance Brandon Blackstock’s two children, Savannah, 11, and Seth, 7 — both from a previous marriage. An insider close to the [...]

Kelly Clarkson Visits Sick Kids for Christmas

Megan Pacella — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:00:17 +0000

Always one to use her singing talents for the greater good, Kelly Clarkson stopped by Monroe Carrell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt on Dec. 21 to spread some holiday cheer. Clarkson sang a few songs and celebrated the season with patients and staff at the hospital in her hometown of Nashville.

Kelly Clarkson Engaged to Reba McEntire's Stepson, Brandon Blackstock

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:01:38 +0000

After nearly a year of dating her talent manager boyfriend Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson is officially off the market! The ‘Don’t Rush’ singer took to her Twitter account Saturday (Dec. 15) to share the good news of her engagement. “I’M ENGAGED!!!!! I wanted y’all to know!! Happiest night of my life last night! I am [...]

Kelly Clarkson (Featuring Vince Gill), 'Don't Rush' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 14:00:58 +0000

While Kelly Clarkson's 'Don't Rush' lyrics were not intended for her originally, the song wound up in her hands and was a perfect fit. Not only did she nail the vocals, but Clarkson also had the good sense to bring in the heavenly voice of Vince Gill, which left the song's three writers -- Natalie Hemby, Blu Sanders and Lindsay Chapman -- beyond thrilled with the outcome.

Kelly Clarkson Admits She and Brandon Blackstock Are 'So Getting Married'

Jessica Nicholson — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 14:00:42 +0000

Could Kelly Clarkson be getting engaged soon? Perhaps. She’s been dating Nashville music industry executive Brandon Blackstock for several months, and the singer gushes that she’s “completely head over heels for him.” Clarkson first met her beau when she was working with Rascal Flatts. Blackstock’s father, Narvel Blackstock, is Clarkson’s manager, and is also married to Reba [...]

Kelly Clarkson Stands Up for Gay Marriage, Supports President Obama

Megan Pacella — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 14:00:51 +0000

It's that time of year: election season. Amidst debates, early voting and an onslaught of news reports about the presidential candidates, celebrities are choosing sides and Kelly Clarkson is among them. As an open supporter of gay marriage, the pop singer has gone on record saying that she'll vote for President Barack Obama on Nov. 6.

Kelly Clarkson Makes the Move to Nashville

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:00:05 +0000

Kelly Clarkson continues to inch closer to becoming a bona fide country music superstar, recently announcing plans to claim full-time residency in Nashville. Despite her allegiance to the Lone Star State, the current CMA Awards nominee has placed her Texas estate on the market, and is currently in the process of finding a home in Music City.

Kelly Clarkson Is 'In Love' and 'Super Happy' With Brandon Blackstock

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 13:00:16 +0000

It looks as though Kelly Clarkson is easing into domestic bliss with boyfriend Brandon Blackstock like a pro, revealing recently that the two even own a dog together — a German Shepherd puppy named Bear. With many of the downfalls of past flames chronicled in her man-bashing catalog, an exuberant Clarkson seems rather optimistic about her current beau.

Kelly Clarkson Surpasses Carrie Underwood's Best-Selling 'Idol' Record

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 17:30:05 +0000

She stole the hearts of the voting public after being crowned ‘American Idol’ during the wildly popular reality show’s inaugural season, and now Kelly Clarkson is taking back the title of best-selling ‘Idol’ single of all-time, beating out country superstar Carrie Underwood. Clarkson’s ‘Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)’ has dethroned Underwood’s ‘Before He Cheats,’ but [...]

Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock Make Their Official Debut as Couple

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 20:00:17 +0000

After months of speaking about her new man in her life, Kelly Clarkson is finally confirming what we all suspected: the identity of her mystery man. The 30-year-old pop-country crossover is indeed dating Nashville’s respected artist manager Brandon Blackstock, stepson of Clarkson’s pal and fellow music superstar, Reba McEntire.

Young Leukemia Patient and Entire Hospital Perform Moving Kelly Clarkson Lip Dub

Don Deane — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:56:37 +0000

A young cancer patient has turned his battle with leukemia into a heartfelt, inspirational video. Published to YouTube over the weekend, this moving tribute to young people fighting cancer has gone already gone viral with more than 250,000 views. 22-year-old cancer patient Chris Rumble spent last Saturday filming patients, doctors and nurses on the hematology/oncology [...]

New 'Duets' Reality Show Featuring Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles, Kelly Clarkson to Premiere May 24

Brittany Joy Cooper — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 14:30:53 +0000

‘American Idol‘ first brought the idea of reality singing shows to its current fame on FOX. Then, NBC came back with their creative spin on the traditional show with ‘The Voice,’ which included coaches, mentors and teams rather than judges and contestants. And now, ABC is bringing a mentoring show of their own to this summer’s television lineup: ‘Duets,’ which premieres this May.

Kelly Clarkson Excited for Face-Off With Miranda Lambert on 'The Voice'

Billy Dukes — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 15:09:26 +0000

The battle rounds begin on NBC’s hit show ‘The Voice‘ tonight (March 5), and Kelly Clarkson says the group of contestants she mentored is built to win. Both the pop singer and Miranda Lambert took six of Blake Shelton‘s 12 finalists and worked with them for a few days before intersquad head-to-head matchups began.

Jason Aldean Fights Microphone Troubles During Duet With Kelly Clarkson at 2012 Grammy Awards [VIDEO]

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 02:10:22 +0000

Maybe someone forgot to put fresh batteries in Jason Aldean‘s microphone, because the singer’s voice went silent during his duet performance of ‘Don’t You Wanna Stay’ at the 2012 Grammy Awards on Sunday night. What started as a wonderful collaboration became an awkward moment that Aldean and Kelly Clarkson managed to make the most of.

Kelly Clarkson Releases Country Version of 'Mr. Know It All'

Billy Dukes — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:25:42 +0000

For years Kelly Clarkson‘s dalliance in country music has been little more than a playful tease. She shows up from time to time, suggesting that she’d consider crossing over at some point but then disappears. The emergence of a countrified version of her recent hit ‘Mr. Know it All’ could indicate she’s finally ready to make the next move.