Kelly Clarkson quitting her afternoon talk show?

Rumors are swirling that Kelly Clarkson might be stepping away from her daytime talk show—and it’s all about putting family first. The Grammy-winning singer and host of The Kelly Clarkson Show is reportedly weighing whether to leave her NBC gig to focus on raising her two kids, 10-year-old River Rose and 8-year-old Remy.

Why the Sudden Shift?

An insider dished to Page Six this week that Clarkson’s “grueling” work schedule has left her craving more downtime with her children. “Her kids will always be her top priority,” the source stressed, adding that the 42-year-old star is eager to spend more time at her home in the South (she owns a sprawling estate in Tennessee) after years of balancing parenting with her non-stop grind in New York.

But NBC isn’t ready to say goodbye just yet. Network execs are allegedly scrambling to keep her onboard, possibly by tweaking her workload or filming schedule. After all, Clarkson’s show has been a ratings darling since its 2019 debut, even snagging multiple Daytime Emmys.

Behind-the-Scenes Burnout

Fans first sensed something was up last month when Clarkson vanished from her show for nearly two weeks, with stars like Andy Cohen, Simu Liu, and Kal Penn filling in. She returned briefly in mid-March to celebrate the show’s 1,000th episode—a milestone that sparked a surprisingly raw moment from the usually upbeat host.

“We’ve laughed together, cried together, sang, danced… celebrated and competed,” Clarkson said, her voice wavering as she addressed the audience. “And I’ve lost… alone, a lot.” The cryptic comment left viewers wondering what she’s been grappling with off-camera.

What’s Next for Kelly?

Clarkson’s career has been a rollercoaster lately. She recently finalized her divorce from ex-husband Brandon Blackstock after a messy legal battle, relocated to New York, and dropped a soul-baring album (Chemistry) inspired by the split. Now, insiders say she’s ready to simplify her life.

“The show’s a beast—it’s a lot,” the source emphasized. “She’s been through so much these past few years. If she walks away, it’s not about fame or money—it’s about peace.”

For now, NBC is playing it cool, publicly praising Clarkson as a “beloved member of our family.” But behind closed doors? The vibe feels tense. As one fan tweeted: “Let the woman breathe! We’ll support her no matter what.”