For those who makes a point of watching daytime TV on a regular basis, "The Kelly Clarkson Show" is often a beacon of joy and positive vibing, though it’s unclear if that positivity will extend beyond her current contract’s expiration in 2026. Some of her public comments point to an eventual talk show exit, which has reportedly put some of her staffers on high alert, since their futures may also get upturned once she leaves.
Right around the time when Clarkson was gearing up for the 1,000th episode of her fan-favorite series, she was notably absent for several installments, with other celebs filling in as guest host, sparking rumors about problems behind the scenes. Then, a few weeks after she missed additional eps in April without explanation, the "American Idol" vet went on stage during one of her concerts and essentially blamed the talk show for keeping her from live performances.
