The Kelly Clarkson Show Faces Backlash Over Guest Hosts as Kelly Clarkson Steps Back
Kelly Clarkson has been receiving criticism from fans for having multiple celebrity guest hosts on her talk show as she approaches the end of her hosting duties. The Kelly Clarkson Show is set to end in the fall, but Kelly has already started reducing her hosting responsibilities. Various celebrities have been stepping in as guest hosts since Kelly announced her departure earlier this year. The show's Instagram page recently shared a post about Andy Cohen hosting an episode, which sparked backlash from fans who expressed their disappointment over Kelly's absence.
Some viewers questioned the increasing number of guest hosts on the show, with some declaring that they would not watch episodes without Kelly as the host. Despite the criticism, guest hosts like Mario Lopez, Willie Geist, Brooke Shields, and others have filled in for Kelly. Fans have also noticed a decrease in the frequency of the popular Kellyoke segment, where Kelly sings covers of popular songs. While Kelly has not addressed her absences directly, she previously mentioned that she was leaving the show to prioritize her children following her ex-husband's passing.
As the show approaches its end, NBC is searching for a new host to take over the weekday afternoon timeslot. Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir are reportedly top contenders for the role, with Pink being considered as the frontrunner to maintain the show's musical identity. Pink previously hosted the show for a week in March as a trial run to ensure a smooth transition if she were to permanently take over the hosting duties. Despite the changes and guest hosts, fans continue to express their loyalty to Kelly and their disappointment over her reduced presence on the show.