Kelly Clarkson Opens up About Guiding Her Kids Through Tough Times
WHO:
NY Post - Kelly Clarkson has two children with her late ex, Brandon Blackstock: daughter River, 12, and son Remington, 10.
Us Magazine - Clarkson is the mother of daughter River, 12, and son Remington “Remy,” 10.
Yahoo - Kelly Clarkson is a coach on *The Voice* and discussed parenting her daughter River Rose, 12.
WHAT:
Us Magazine - Clarkson said, “With Thanksgiving coming up, I am so thankful for my itty-bitties,” and described her children as “cooler than me.”
NY Post - Clarkson revealed how she is helping River through what she described as a “hard” junior high experience.
Yahoo - Clarkson shared insight into helping River navigate school, friendships, and conflict.
Us Magazine - Clarkson said she was grateful for her children, calling them her “itty-bitties” and saying they are “cooler than me.”
WHERE:
Us Magazine - Clarkson spoke exclusively to *Us* during Week 1 of *The Voice* season 30 live shows.
Yahoo - Clarkson discussed parenting River in an exclusive interview with E! News.
WHEN:
Us Magazine - Clarkson made her comments during Week 1 of *The Voice* season 30 live shows, on Monday, November 9.
(UPDATED November 11, 2026 16:06 UTC)
Kelly Clarkson says her daughter River is facing a difficult transition through junior high school. She’s helping River navigate school, friendships, and conflict, while expressing gratitude for both children. Clarkson calls her children “cooler than me” and says she’s thankful for them.
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(UPDATED November 11, 2026 05:03 UTC)
Kelly Clarkson says her daughter River is having a hard time in junior high. She’s helping River navigate school, friendships, and conflict, Clarkson shared in an interview. Clarkson also praised her children, calling them cool and expressing gratitude for them.