Kelly Clarkson turns 41 on April 24. The talk-show host and Grammy winner has seen everything from success to a broken marriage. Know her journey from American Idol to Fame on her 41st birthday.
Kelly Clarkson is an American singer-songwriter, talk show host, and actress who catapulted to prominence as the first-ever winner of American Idol. She is a household celebrity today, and has released multiple hit songs, hosted her own talk show, and even appeared in films. On April 24, the singer and show-runner turned 41. Here is everything you all need to know on her birthday.
Early Life and Career
Kelly was born in Fort Worth, Texas, on April 24, 1982. She was raised in a household of six siblings and had an early interest in music. When she was six years old, her parents split, and she moved in with her mother and stepfather.
Clarkson began her musical career in high school when she performed in the school chorus and took part in musical theatre plays. She travelled to Los Angeles after graduation to pursue a music career.
American Idol
Clarkson won the inaugural season of American Idol in 2002 after auditioning for the show. Her victory began her music career, and her debut single, “A Moment Like This,” swiftly topped the Billboard charts.
Clarkson’s debut album, “Thankful”, was released in 2003 and featured popular songs such as “Miss Independent” and “The Trouble with Love Is.” Breakaway, her second album, was a larger success, with singles including “Since U Been Gone” and “Behind These Hazel Eyes.”
Kelly Clarkson’s Songs
Clarkson’s music career grew, with hit songs such as “Because of You,” “My Life Would Suck Without You,” and “Stronger.” Her music is a blend of pop and rock, and she has received several prestigious awards including three Grammy Awards.
Clarkson is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold over 25 million records worldwide.
Kelly Clarkson Divorce
After seven years of marriage, Clarkson filed for divorce from her spouse, Brandon Blackstock, in 2020. The couple has two children.
She spoke up about the difficulty of going through a public divorce and how it has affected her in an honest interview on her talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show. She also sang a dramatic rendition of “I Can’t Make You Love Me,” which she dedicated to people experiencing heartbreak.
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Clarkson debuted her own talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, in 2019, and it quickly became a fan favourite. The show includes celebrity interviews, musical performances, lifestyle, cuisine, and fashion segments.
The programme has been so popular that Clarkson has received many Emmy Awards for it, and it has even spawned a Christmas special, The Kelly Clarkson Christmas Show, which includes musical performances, festive segments, and celebrity guests.
Kelly Clarkson Net Worth
Clarkson’s success in music and television has resulted in a sizable net worth. The talk-show host kelly clarkson net worth is assumed to be approximately $45 million in 2021.
Awards
Kelly was the first musician in history to top Billboard’s pop, adult contemporary, adult pop, country, and dance charts. She ranked 90th on VH1’s list of the 100 Greatest Women in Music. Clarkson was on the list of “30 Greatest Musicians to Come From Singing Competitions” by the television channel Fuse.
Kelly Clarkson Philanthropy
Kelly sang the song “Up to the Mountain” on the American Idol episode Idol Gives Back in 2007. The event was created to raise funds for the impoverished, the crippled, and the victims of natural catastrophes.
The following year, she sang the same song at the American performance of Live Earth. The event aimed to raise climate awareness. Kelly belonged to the humanitarian organization March of Dimes. She donated to Houses of Hope, an organization that provides orphanages for South African children impacted by HIV/AIDS, abuse, and poverty.
Clarkson even donates to children’s welfare and charities like Unicef’s “STOMP Out Bullying” and “Do Something”. She also associated herself with causes like Save the Music Foundation.
Kelly formerly had a ranch where she cared for unwanted animals such as amputee goats, blind dogs, and colic-survivor horses.
Clarkson appeared as a special guest on March 1, 2013, at a benefit concert organized by the organization that gives access to education to children all around the world. The actress also endorsed the Watch Co. as the ambassador in 2013.
Conclusion
Kelly Clarkson’s meteoric rise from small-town Texas to worldwide superstardom is genuinely inspirational. Her strong vocals, accessible lyrics, and approachable demeanour have made her a well-liked figure in the music business and beyond.
Kelly Clarkson continues to fascinate audiences with her skill and genuineness, from her days as the first American Idol winner to her successful music career and current work as a talk show presenter. Global Music Times wishes Happy Birthday to Kelly Clarkson and thanks her for inspiring millions with her voice.