Happy birthday, Kelly Clarkson! Since shooting to fame in 2002 after winning the hit reality singing competition show "American Idol," the singer has not stopped working, and it appears that her career continues to thrive.
Now a mother of two children, the songstress continues to wow fans by hosting her talk show and being a coach on NBC's "The Voice."
Aside from her busy schedule, what is she up to today?
Kelly Clarkson Age, Early Life, Biography
Kelly Brianne Clarkson was born on April 24, 1982, in Fort Worth, Texas. She's 42 years old today! The singer/songwriter's career skyrocketed after winning "American Idol."
She grew up in a small suburb of Burleson, where her voice was recognized by her school's choir teacher when she was in seventh grade.
After studying high school, the songstress moved to Los Angeles, California, to try her shot at getting into show business.
Before auditioning for the show, she appeared as an extra in several TV series like "Dharma & Greg" and "Sabrina the Teenage Witch."
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Since the reality competition show allowed viewers to vote for their favorite contestants, the singer wowed audiences as she got most of the crowd's vote percentage.
Her win led her to snag a million dollars and a recording contract with RCA.
Since then, Clarkson has sealed herself as one of the most notable musicians of all time as she went on to release smash hits like "A Moment Like This," "Breakaway," "Because of You," and "Since U Been Gone."
In 2019, the singer tried entering the world of variety talk shows by launching "The Kelly Clarkson Show."
Fans loved the concept and what the singer brought to the table as it's now on its third season.
Clarkson No More: Singer Drops Her Last Name
Aside from celebrating her 40th birthday this year, Kelly Clarkson is also celebrating a win as the court has granted her request to change her name to "Kelly Brianne officially."
According to People Magazine, the "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" hitmaker filed documents in February, citing her desire to change her legal name to "Brianne" more fully reflects who she is.
The big move comes a few weeks after the TV host finalized her messy divorce from ex-husband Brandon Blackstock seven years after tying the knot.
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