Kelly Clarkson gained nationwide consideration in 2002 when she received the singing competitors present “American Idol.”

Since then, she has develop into a family identify, internet hosting her discuss present, “The Kelly Clarkson Present,” and serving as a choose on “The Voice.”

Nonetheless, her private life has been on full show within the public eye, particularly after her divorce from Brandon Blackstock in 2020.

Clarkson and Blackstock had two kids collectively, River and Remington, along with Blackstock’s two older kids from a earlier marriage.

The divorce was a contentious course of, with custody of the youngsters and property possession being main factors of disagreement. Finally, Clarkson was granted main custody of the youngsters and the couple’s $10.4 million Montana ranch.

In 2018, Clarkson sparked controversy when she revealed that she isn’t above spanking her kids after they misbehave.

Regardless of the backlash, Clarkson defended her parenting method, stating that it’s a widespread apply within the south the place she is from. She additionally emphasised that she at all times offers a warning earlier than any type of bodily correction.

Clarkson’s busy profession within the leisure business has additionally led to emotions of “mother or father guilt,” which she has sought consolation from her personal mom.

Nonetheless, she credit her “fantastic group” for serving to her stability her private {and professional} life.

Clarkson additionally prioritizes open communication together with her kids, encouraging them to precise empathy and never conceal their feelings.

Whereas she acknowledges the controversy surrounding bodily self-discipline, Clarkson believes that it has been efficient in sustaining order and instilling values equivalent to respect and kindness in her kids.

General, Kelly Clarkson’s private life and parenting method have been extremely publicized, with each reward and criticism from the general public. Nonetheless, she stays steadfast in her beliefs and priorities as a mom.