Series synopsis
The Kelly Clarkson Show is an American talk television series that premiered on Syndication on September 9, 2019. It ended on April 20, 2026. It stars Kelly Clarkson.
Kelly Clarkson presents the biggest newsmakers and names in film, television and music; as well as emerging new talent and everyday people who are beacons of hope in their communities.
Premise
Kelly Clarkson presents the biggest newsmakers and names in film, television and music; as well as emerging new talent and everyday people who are beacons of hope in their communities.
Premise: True colors. No filter.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Kelly Clarkson as Self - Host
Guest cast
- Dwayne Johnson as Self
- Ellen DeGeneres as Self
- John Legend as Self
- Jennifer Garner as Self - Guest
- Meryl Streep as Self (archive footage)
- Chance the Rapper as Self
- Jillian Bell as Self
- Christina Aguilera as Self
- Brian Austin Green as Self
- Kelsea Ballerini as Self
- Paula Abdul as Self
- Simon Cowell as Self
Episodes
This series spans 8 seasons with 886 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 87 | September 9, 2019 | September 18, 2020 |
| Season 2 | 45 | September 21, 2020 | July 8, 2021 |
| Season 3 | 185 | September 13, 2021 | September 9, 2022 |
| Season 4 | 162 | September 12, 2022 | June 12, 2023 |
| Season 5 | 180 | October 16, 2023 | August 12, 2024 |
| Season 6 | 176 | September 23, 2024 | June 25, 2025 |
| Season 7 | 50 | September 29, 2025 | July 16, 2026 |
| Season 8 | 1 | January 8, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dwayne Johnson | September 9, 2019 |
| 2 | Ellen DeGeneres; John Legend | September 10, 2019 |
| 3 | Jennifer Garner; Matt Iseman | September 11, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
John Legend Kelly performs a classic TV theme medley; Southwest Jam; Kelly Clarkson Surprise; DJ Khaled; John Legend interview and performance. |
September 21, 2020 |
| 2 |
Usher, Neil Patrick Harris, Ava Max Kelly covers Lizzo's "Good as Hell"; NOLA Music Fund; Usher; Black Women Build; Neil Patrick Harris; soup kitchen wedding reception; Ava Max chats and performs. |
September 22, 2020 |
| 3 |
Common Kelly covers Harry Style's "Adore You"; "she's at the fridge again"; entrepreneur Dan Price on back to business; videos for small businesses; Common talks and performs; |
September 23, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Chris Martin, Bowen Yang, Kristin Chenoweth, Fat Joe Kelly sings "On Top of the World"; Fat Joe; Kristin Chenoweth; Bowen Yang; 9/11 tribute: Kelly goes to the fire zone; multilingual New Yorker; Chris Martin sings with River and Remy. |
September 13, 2021 |
| 2 |
Tracy Morgan, Julia Haart Kelly sings "Ain't No Mountain High Enough"; Tracy Morgan; Julia Haart; The Fashion Foundation; guitar reunion. |
September 14, 2021 |
| 3 |
Connie Britton, Maury Povich & Connie Chung, Tim Gunn Kelly sings "Valerie"; Tim Gunn New York fashion advice; Connie Britton; Rebuilding Together Philadelphia; Maury Povich and Connie Chung; Mikey Likes It Ice Cream; dewy skin nun. |
September 15, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Garth Brooks, Kenan Thompson Get ready for ALL NEW KELLY! Season 4 premieres September 12 from NYC! Plus, we're taking the show on the road coast-to-coast for our Kellyoke Search! |
September 12, 2022 |
| 2 |
Lester Holt, D'Arcy Carden, Karamo Brown Kellyoke: "Losing My Mind"; Lester Holt; D'Arcy Carden; Uvalde mural project; Karamo Brown. |
September 13, 2022 |
| 3 |
Hilary & Chelsea Clinton, Tracy Morgan Kellyoke: "Just Fine"; Hillary Clinton and Chelsea Clinton; Tracy Morgan and daughter Maven; Young Ladies of Our Future mentoring program; Girls Who Chase. |
September 14, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Season 5 Premiere! Seth Meyers, Hoda Kotb & Jenna Bush Hager, Jane Krakowski Kellyoke: "I Won't Give Up"; Andy Cohen; Seth Meyers; Hoda Kotb; Jenna Bush Hager; Jane Krakowski hosts the "Hoda the Door" game; salute to doormen. |
October 16, 2023 |
| 2 |
Billy Porter, Eric Nam, Nick Offerman Kellyoke: "Stronger" duet with Billy Porter; Eric Nam; behind the scenes with Nick Offerman; a teen raises money for band equipment; Billy Porter performs "Children." |
October 17, 2023 |
| 3 |
Paul Shaffer, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Enhyphen Kellyoke: "New Attitude"; Paul Shaffer; Arnold Schwarzenegger; Sesame Street's Elmo and Oscar the Grouch; bargains and deals with Lawrence Zarian; Enhyphen performs "Bite Me"; young mariachi kid. |
October 18, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Season 6 Premiere Kellyoke: Kelly Clarkson Dance Medley – Dance with Me; Favorite Kind of High; People Like Us; Stronger/ Halle Berry/ Anthony B. Jenkins & Percy Daggs IV/ Good Neighbor Updates/ Lawrence (The Band)/ Lawrence (The Band) Performs/ WIL: Kelsey Grammer. |
September 23, 2024 |
| 2 |
30 Rock Roof Party Kellyoke: No Man's Land (Duet with Miranda Lambert)/ Songs and Stories with Miranda Lambert/ Good Neighbor Updates/ ‘Kellyoke with Me'/ WIL: Good Neighbor Update. |
September 24, 2024 |
| 3 |
Colin Farrell, Questlove, Melanie Zanetti, Hugh Evans Kellyoke: Coffee/ Colin Farrell/ Questlove/ Melanie Zanetti/ WIL: Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans. |
September 25, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Margot Robbie & Colin Farrell Kellyoke: "Blinding Lights"; Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell (movie, "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey"); Texas flood rescue: Kerrville bus drivers; college student toy send-off |
September 29, 2025 |
| 2 |
Matthew McConaughy/Lily James Kellyoke: "Say My Name"; Matthew McConaughey; Lily James; "Life Well Lit": Food Court 5000 Mall Walking; Chicago Scream Club |
September 30, 2025 |
| 3 |
Scarlett Johansson & June Squibb Kellyoke: "Walking on Sunshine"; "It's Never Too Late Hour"; director Scarlett Johansson and actress June Squibb (movie, "Eleanor the Great"); "It's Never Too Late, It's Never Too June; 76-year-old EMT; 102-year-old's Happy Meals |
October 1, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Idris Elba/Sadie Sink | January 8, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Syndication |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 9, 2019 |
| Last aired | April 20, 2026 |
| Status | Ended |
| Schedule | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |