Kelly Clarkson’s Comeback on ‘The Voice’
This week marks the return of Kelly Clarkson to NBC’s ‘The Voice’ as the show prepares for its 29th season, aptly titled ‘Battle Of Champions.’ Clarkson will be joining former winners Adam Levine and John Legend as coaches.
Personal Challenges and Temporary Absence
Recently, Clarkson was absent from a filming session following the passing of her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, who was also the father of her two children. This absence occurred during rehearsal for the battle rounds, prompting Jennifer Hudson, another esteemed former American Idol contestant and ‘The Voice’ coach, to step in temporarily.
Simultaneous Seasons and Coaching Dynamics
Currently, NBC is filming two seasons of ‘The Voice’ at once. Season 28, featuring coaches Michael Bublé, Reba McEntire, Niall Horan, and Snoop Dogg, is set to premiere this fall. There had been speculation regarding McEntire’s participation due to the loss of Blackstock, her stepson, yet sources indicate that filming is proceeding smoothly, with McEntire meeting her commitments.
Continued Production of ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’
Meanwhile, preparations are well underway for the seventh season of ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show,’ which airs on NBCUniversal. Production is scheduled to begin in early September, and tickets for the live studio audience are currently available.
Songs & Stories with Kelly Clarkson
Fans can also catch Clarkson in a four-part series titled ‘Songs & Stories with Kelly Clarkson,’ broadcasting on NBC and available on Peacock the following day. The lineup features:
- Tuesday, August 19 at 10 p.m.: Jonas Brothers
- Tuesday, August 26 at 10 p.m.: Gloria Estefan
- Tuesday, September 2 at 10 p.m.: Teddy Swims
- Tuesday, September 9 at 10 p.m.: Lizzo
