Kelly Clarkson returned to hosting her talk show after a 10-episode absence due to a sudden family emergency. During her absence, guests were not informed of her absence until they arrived for their segment. Various guest hosts, including Simu Liu, Brooke Shields, and Josh Groban, filled in for Clarkson. Kelly made her return without addressing her absence and resumed hosting duties with a performance of “Flames” by Will Swinton and interviews with various guests. Fans expressed their excitement and support for her return on social media.
Kelly Clarkson Returns To "The Kelly Clarkson Show" After Unexplained Absence
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