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Kelly Clarkson staff fear the show might end amid uncertain future
Last Updated: July 1, 2025
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The atmosphere behind the scenes of The Kelly Clarkson Show seems anything but calm lately.
While the show continues to enjoy success on-screen, those working on it are reportedly feeling anxious, unsure, and downright stressed.
The reason? Kelly Clarkson might be ready to walk away from her hit talk show, and no one knows for sure what will happen if she does.
Let’s take a closer look at what’s going on.
“Not Feeling Too Stable”: Crew Members Speak Out
According to a report from The Daily Mail, members of the show’s production team are growing increasingly uneasy about the future.
One producer didn’t hold back when speaking about the uncertainty that’s hanging over their heads.
“Not feeling too stable,” the staffer admitted. “She could bolt at any time. Where does that leave me?”
Even though everyone seems to genuinely love Clarkson as a person, there’s a growing sense that she may be ready to leave the show behind. The producer added, “She’s a wonderful person,” but confessed they would “understand” if she decided to step away because she’s “unhappy.”
“She should move on,” the source said bluntly.
Is Hoda Kotb Being Eyed as a Replacement?
With Clarkson’s possible departure looming, NBC may already be looking at replacements. One name that kept coming up is none other than Hoda Kotb, the beloved former Today show anchor.
“Maybe Hoda would be a better boss. I know she’s universally beloved and respected by her former coworkers,” said the producer. “Maybe she would be good. She sure would be a lot more stable than what we’ve been going through.”
They even went as far as to say, “If Hoda wants to do it, it could be win-win for everyone.”
While insiders floated Hoda Kotb as a potential replacement, Kotb has since denied pursuing or being approached for Kelly Clarkson’s seat.
A Sudden Break Sparked Worries
In March, fans began to worry when Clarkson was missing from her show for more than two weeks without any public explanation.
Thankfully, a source later told TMZ that the 43-year-old star was “completely fine” and simply handling “a personal matter that does not directly involve her.” The source added it wasn’t “a cause for alarm.”
Even so, the sudden absence only fueled the rumors that Clarkson might be feeling done with daytime TV.
Why Kelly Might Be Ready to Walk Away
Back in April, Page Six reported that Clarkson had plans to leave the show once her contract wraps in 2026. The reason? She wants to spend more quality time with her two children, River Rose, 10, and Remy, 8.
“Kelly’s No. 1 priority is her children, and they always will be,” an industry insider shared. “The show is grueling. It’s a whole lot of work, and I hear that Kelly would like to spend more time down South.”
Before moving to New York for the show, Clarkson had been living in Montana and Encino, California, with her now ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock. She’s originally from Fort Worth, Texas, and the idea of returning home seems to be on her mind.
What Happens Next May Depend on Her Music Career
There’s also another factor influencing her decision.
Clarkson is gearing up to release her ninth studio album and launch a Las Vegas residency this summer. Both projects are seen as possible turning points.
Depending on how things go, she may feel even more drawn to music and further away from daytime TV.
NBC May Already Be Planning for Life After Clarkson
Even though NBC once hoped to convince Clarkson to stay, it sounds like they’re now preparing for the possibility that she won’t.
According to The Post, executives have been working on a list of potential replacements. And yes, Hoda Kotb is reportedly on that list.
“There’s a long list of names and Hoda is part of that list,” a source shared. “NBC never wanted Hoda to leave. The question is, would Hoda want to do it?”
Kotb, who is 60, stepped back from the Today show in January after 26 years to spend more time with her daughters. Still, some believe she’d be a perfect fit.
“Hoda ticks a lot of boxes,” the insider said. “She’s an Egyptian, older Kelly Clarkson.”
Despite the Drama, The Show Is Still Thriving
Even with all the behind-the-scenes anxiety, The Kelly Clarkson Show continues to perform well.
The show has earned a whopping 22 Daytime Emmy Awards and currently averages 1.2 million viewers daily for the 2024 to 2025 season.
But if Clarkson truly is considering a graceful exit, the big question remains: what’s next for the show, and for daytime television?
Only time will tell.
TL;DR
- Kelly Clarkson’s future on her talk show is uncertain, causing stress and anxiety among her staff.
- A producer revealed the team is “not feeling too stable” and fears Clarkson could leave “at any time.”
- Staffers love and respect Clarkson but understand she might quit if she’s unhappy.
- Hoda Kotb was being considered as a possible replacement, with insiders praising her stability and reputation.
- Clarkson was absent from the show for over two weeks in March, sparking fan concern, though sources said it was due to a non-alarming personal matter.
- Reports say Clarkson plans to leave the show after her contract ends in 2026 to focus on her children and spend more time in her hometown of Fort Worth, Texas.
- Her decision may also hinge on the success of her upcoming album and Las Vegas residency.
- NBC executives have begun preparing for her possible departure and are reportedly compiling a list of replacements.
- Kotb is a top contender, seen as relatable and experienced, and someone with an existing fan base.
- Despite all the behind-the-scenes uncertainty, The Kelly Clarkson Show remains successful, earning 22 Daytime Emmys and averaging 1.2 million viewers daily.
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