‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ Is Ending: Could Pink or Hoda Kotb Take Over?
After a successful seven‑season run, Kelly Clarkson has announced that The Kelly Clarkson Show will conclude following its current season in fall 2026. The American Idol winner expressed that she made this decision to focus on her family and personal life after years of juggling a demanding daytime schedule. Clarkson, who launched the Emmy‑winning talk show in 2019, will surely be missed. Now, rumors suggest others could step in to fill Clarkson’s shoes. So, could it be Pink or Today show host Hoda Kotb?
Could Pink take over for Kelly Clarkson on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’?
Since its debut in 2019, The Kelly Clarkson Show has carved out a significant legacy in daytime television. The show has earned widespread praise for its engaging celebrity guests and fan‑favorite segments like Kellyoke. During its seven‑season run, the show amassed an impressive 24 Daytime Emmy Awards, including multiple wins for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series and Outstanding Talk Show Host. Beyond awards, the series became known for its strong digital footprint. And it has helped cement Kelly Clarkson’s place as a beloved daytime TV personality in addition to an award-winning singer.
So, could Pink possibly take over for Clarkson as the next host of the daytime series? According to Page Six, the singer has been living on the Central Coast of California over the past few years. She’s reportedly spent more time in the city, sparking rumors.
“I saw her at Soho House yesterday with a guy who seemed to be part of team,” an insider who’s a member of the Meatpacking District private club told the publication. “She spent a few hours reading paperwork and documents on a computer.”
Another source noted, “She’s been guest-hosting and it seems she’s doing very well, and that’s the plan.”
Pink has yet to confirm or deny the rumors. In February 2026, she took to Instagram to announce that she’s not separating from her husband, Carey Hart, despite media outlets reporting this as fact.
Could ‘Today’ show host Hoda Kotb replace Kelly Clarkson? Here’s what she said
Long before The Kelly Clarkson Show’s 2026 end was officially confirmed, Hoda Kotb, the longtime Today show co‑anchor turned media personality, became one of the names frequently mentioned. Rumors began circulating among entertainment outlets and social feeds that Kotb, who left Today in early 2025 and has been filling in for Savannah Guthrie in 2026, might be considered a candidate to take over the hosting reins.
Despite that buzz, Kotb herself has publicly denied any plans to replace Clarkson. She emphasized her contentment with the path she’s chosen post‑Today. In interviews and remarks about the speculation, she shut down the idea that she’s lined up to take over The Kelly Clarkson Show. Kotb noted that her return to television would “only be” in a place that felt right for her, as seen in an Instagram clip. And replacing Clarkson hasn’t been part of her plans.
Industry reports tied these rumors to appearances and interactions. At one point, Page Six reported that sources noted Kotb was slated to appear on The Kelly Clarkson Show amid the replacement talk. This fueled further discussion about her potential candidacy. However, even in that context, Kotb made clear she was there as a guest.
Fans want to see ‘new faces’ on the daytime TV series
It’s unclear if The Kelly Clarkson Show will continue without Kelly Clarkson at the helm. In light of news regarding a possible replacement, fans want to see someone new on their screens.
“New faces please,” one Reddit user wrote. “So few opportunities. Would be nice to give it to someone that needs it.”
Other fans had additional suggestions.
“Give it to KeKe Palmer!!” another user commented.
We’ll have to wait and see what happens once the daytime talk show officially ends in the fall of 2026.
