Why Kelly Clarkson Says She’s “So Glad” to Be Single in Rare Comments
Kelly Clarkson is breaking away from expectations about her love life.
The “Breakaway” singer shared insight into the relatable reason why she’s satisfied with being single at this point in her life.
“People are like, ‘Oh, why are you single?’ And I’m like, ‘First of all, there are a lot of people out here making single look real good,’” Clarkson said during her Las Vegas residency at Caesar’s Palace July 24, according to footage obtained by E! News. “And if you didn’t really understand what I meant by that, it’s like you see relationships and you’re like, ‘I am so glad I’m going home alone.’”
Indeed, there’s nothing but peace behind her hazel eyes.
“You know what’s not happening in my house?” she continued. “That s–t.”
And as Clarkson—mom to River, 12, and Remington, 10, with late ex-husband Brandon Blackstock—takes time to catch her breath outside of the dating pool, she reflected on the most difficult aspect of maintaining the spark in her romantic connections.
“If you are in a relationship, the hardest part is just keeping that fire alive and still dating,” she added, “and like still making it feel magical and not monotonous.”
The 44-year-old’s rare remarks about her dating life come nearly one year after Blackstock—who she wed in 2013 before the pair finalized their divorce in 2022—died in August 2025 following a yearslong battle with cancer. He was 48.
Though the “Stronger” singer is known to be extremely private about her personal life, she previously shared an update on her family months after his tragic passing.
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“My kids, they’re 9 and 11,” she said during a Q&A on the Kelly Clarkson Show YouTube channel uploaded Jan. 10. “They’re that special little fun stage where they can wipe their own behinds, but they’re still small enough to, like, love cuddling and love snuggles.”
She continued, “There’s been a lot for our family recently, and so I have allowed my kids to sleep with me quite a bit.”
And even though Clarkson’s bedroom has gotten crowded with her little ones, she wouldn’t have it any other way.
“It’s my two dogs, my two kids and me,” she added. “It’s a lot. It’s been really special, though, because the conversations you have during that time are pretty cute. So that’s probably my favorite time of day.”
For more of Clarkson’s sweet family moments, read on…
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A Moment Like This
Kelly Clarkson‘s kids River and Remy, whose dad is her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, sweetly stole the show when they appeared on a December 2024 episode of her eponymous series.
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Mother-Son Night Out
For the 2024 Grammys, the “Because Of You” brought her son Remy as her plus-one.
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Fun Backstage
Kelly shared this pic of her kids backstage at her Las Vegas residency show in August 2023, just before they joined their mom onstage for surprise appearances.
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Mom & Daughter Memories
The “Since U Been Gone” singer was joined by her daughter Remy at the 2022 People’s Choice Awards.
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Star Sighting
River and Remy celebrated their mom receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in September 2022.
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Family Movie Premiere
In 2019, Kelly and Brandon attended the premiere of her movie UglyDolls with Remy and River as well as with his kids Seth and Savannah from his previous marriage. The American Idol winner filed for divorce from the manager the following year and their union was formally dissolved in 2022.
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Visiting Mom at Work
River and Remy sat alongside celebrity guest Jason Momoa on their mom’s talk show in 2019.
Lake Life
Kelly enjoyed some fun in the sun with Remy and River Rose in 2018.
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Today Show Appearance
Kelly’s kids made the cutest cameo when they joined Hoda Kotb on a 2017 episode of Today.
Howdy, Partner
Who doesn’t love a day at Disneyland with mom?
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In Charge
River and Remy were ready to help put out fires and solve crime in their costumes.
Road Trip
The kids buckled up for a family drive.
Disco Diva
River proved she already takes after her mom when it comes to performing, and Kelly couldn’t have been any more proud.
Flying High
“NYC y’all ain’t ready for Remy B……I’M SO EXCITED!!!!!!” Kelly captioned this adorable snap of her little man.
Make-Up Free
Kelly was all smiles as she took this selfie with her daughter.
Girls on Set
When making her music video in 2017, the Texas native brought her daughter along for some behind-the-scenes fun.
Hockey Fun
In May 2017, the fam took in a Nashville Predators hockey game and even rocked matching jerseys.
Smooches
Ugh, could this be any cuter of an Easter moment?
Remy’s Day
Remy’s first birthday in 2017 was a total blast and included a massive cake!
Happy Holiday
Kelly and River braved the Tennessee winter temps to be a part of the Nashville Christmas Parade in 2016. And seriously, they’re so stinking cute.
Play Time
While on a visit to Washington D.C., Kelly’s little ones got a ride on a blanket courtesy of their half-brother Seth.
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Book Launch
To celebrate the launch of her children’s book, the mom of two shared this adorable snap of her and her daughter.
Three Generations
For Mother’s Day, the singer gave her mom a sweet shout-out and posted this adorable photo of three generations.
Famous Friends
Live from New York…it’s Kelly’s little one hanging out with SNL alum Jimmy Fallon.
Mamma’s Girl
In October 2014, the Grammy winner shared her first photo of daughter River Rose.
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