After an impressive seven-season run, The Kelly Clarkson Show has officially drawn the curtains. For her highly anticipated grand finale on Monday, the beloved host and pop icon treated viewers to a show-stopping performance of "Golden," the Academy Award-winning anthem from the hit Netflix film KPop Demon Hunters.
According to Clarkson's team, the track earned the title of the "most requested Kellyoke EVER." The original American Idol champion delivered on expectations, effortlessly conquering the song's demanding high notes. Fans flooded social media to praise her vocal agility, with commentators marveling at her ability to tackle the original key without relying on falsetto.
This wasn't Clarkson's first foray into the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack; she previously performed a moving rendition of the movie's track "What It Sounds Like" in January. To cap off the series, the finale was structured around a special "Kelly by Request" segment. Executive producer Alex Duda explained that the overwhelming demand for "Golden" inspired the concert-style format. The goal was to cultivate a joyful, celebratory atmosphere for the final episode rather than a somber farewell.
Clarkson first broke the news of her daytime talk show's conclusion back in February. In a heartfelt message, she expressed deep gratitude to her dedicated band, crew, guests, and loyal fans. Ultimately, the singer chose to step away from the grueling daily television schedule to focus on her family, stating that prioritizing her children felt like the "necessary and right" move for her next chapter in life.