Kelly Clarkson's mysterious disappearance from daytime TV explained

Fans are puzzled as Kelly Clarkson remains missing from her show, with celebrities stepping in to host.


Pop Culture & Art March 12, 2025
Photo: The Kelly Clarkson Show

Kelly Clarkson has been absent from The Kelly Clarkson Show for over a week, leaving fans wondering about her sudden disappearance. 

The singer and talk show host first missed a taping on March 3, with actor Simu Liu stepping in last-minute to host. Since then, a lineup of celebrities, including Brooke Shields, Wanda Sykes, and Kevin Hart, have taken turns filling in.

Clarkson last appeared on the show on March 5, interviewing guestkells like Jason Derulo, Nora Fatehi, and Jason Isaacs. However, she has not publicly addressed her extended leave.

Guest hosts have kept the show running in her absence. Roy Wood Jr. took over on March 6, cracking jokes about his return. Wanda Sykes and Josh Groban co-hosted on March 7, while Brooke Shields took the helm on March 10 and 11. Willie Geist hosted on March 12, and Molly Sims is set to take over on March 13 and 14.

Despite her absence, Clarkson has a packed schedule ahead. She is preparing for her Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace, set to begin on July 4, 2025. While she has previously taken breaks for personal time, fans are left speculating about the reason behind her latest disappearance.

For now, guest hosts continue to keep The Kelly Clarkson Show alive, but fans eagerly await Clarkson’s return.

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