Kelly Clarkson on Her New Baby, Album, and Recent Criticism

The singer talked openly with Ellen about her adorable new daughter, incredible new album, and the criticism she recently faced about her weight.

[@SummaSummaTime_]

She is such an awesome sweet person and doesn't deserve so much crap about her weight, she's flawless no matter what size she is. 😊😊

[@SummaSummaTime_]

The gabby egg exactly!

[@1997JordanC]

The gabby egg She had the baby a year ago, and she's gained weight since then.

[@tiffanilinde9333]

Preach

[@bobmowreader5546]

+Shuna_94 shes a beautiful woman,some people are just assholes! Kelly has a lot of class,a big heart,a very cute face,and a great attitude,i don't see why they wont get off her back!

[@SummaSummaTime_]

happy4life500 so just because shes not a size 2 shes not sexy or hot? Shut up seriously. she gained weight because she had a baby. Shes still hot no matter what size she is. Shes perfectly fine the way she is. Its people like you who need a reality check and need to stop body shaming.

[@Melllllzy]

I can't believe grown people have nothing better to do than pick on other grown people about their weight or looks or any other superficial thing.

[@m.g8096]

Some of us are full of shit living useless life .. it is really sad to see such people .. I mean leave the fuch her alone

[@robynw8223]

Melissa Carlill right!?

[@nofybn7794]

+baole58 it's not about health, people are just shallow, it's about looks. They don't like the look.

[@nofybn7794]

Not for shallow people, I'm not talking about me. I think those people are mean to kelly. I know, it's about looks. they can't handle what a fat person looks like, shallow.

[@nofybn7794]

***** There is a difference between fat, overweight and obese. Why don't you focus on your own health?

[@PassionOutLoud]

I LOVE KELLY CLARKSON! She is soooo real and sooooo down to earth!!!! My goodness, she has the greatest heart!

[@jennabora27]

+Jennifer V I know right?!?! I absolutely adore Kelly!!!!

[@dixon4993]

She's wearing such a beautiful dress White and gold suites her

[@Sahib659]

I was thinking the same during the entire video

[@sajahelsayed2477]

Lol, im gonna predict...hmm...there is gonna be alot of people getting pissed off with you......wow, i just realized. Alot of people have a short temper lol Have a nice day😊☺️

[@marcusgoguanco6921]

You had to do it! Ahhah

[@josemartinez3504]

hahaha I love this comment! haha

[@melissaarreola4647]

Made my day😂✋

[@jessicaanderson4109]

She's a singer, not a model, so why is everyone so mean about her body? She is happy and has a beautiful voice and that's all that matters.

[@jessicaaaaaaaaaaa95]

Kelly Clarkson is not small. That's true. She's kind, she's smart, she's talented, she's an amazing mother. She has all these amazing qualities. She can, if she wants to, lose the weight, but is having a large body worse than being a horrible person? She can lose the weight; you can't really gain a good personality.

[@colleengrier2673]

😂

Kelly Clarkson is one of the most humble, adorable and beautiful person inside/out. What an awesome personality, really! I love her music too.

[@MrNikkimaxine]

Luís Labrador my mom doesn’t

[@VelvetGal5]

Kelly Clarkson is such a strong person. She's put up with bullying, harsh criticism, nasty comments from some people for so many years. I've met Kelly Clarkson in person once. She is one of the sweetest, most likeable, sociable, relatable, down to earth people I've ever met. I've been a supporter and fans of her since 2002 when she won "American Idol". And I've attended nine concerts of hers since 2002. She's one of my favorite female singer and entertainers of all time. I'm really tired of some people criticizing her for being outspoken, saying some things she personally feels, or analyzing her weight when it fluctuates. Sometimes, my weight fluctuates, too. Anyways, I'm fed up with people like Katie Hopkins, Reality Steve, and some other people making comments about Kelly's physical appearance or weight. Kelly Clarkson is a sweet, humble, nice, friendly, talented, hardworking, empowering role model and gal. River Rose is cute, too. River Rose shares the same birthday as me - June 12th. June 12th is also Anne Frank, Diem Brown's birthday. R.I.P., Anne Frank and Diem Brown. Anyways, it's always nice to see Kelly Clarkson on Ellen's show. I also admire and have a lot of respect for Ellen DeGeneres. Ellen lives up to her last name - DeGeneres is indeed "generous".

[@iheartTH1203]

It's sad that our world has come to this. Like we really sit around for hours talking about someone's weight and how they need to lose it? What the hell? Praise her amazing and talented voice, or her being a good mother, or her gorgeous daughter for a change! Why the hell is our image the most important thing in the world?! God forbid we all go blind, but would that not make this topic go away? Kelly Clarkson is literally my idol, I've looked up to her for so many years. She's an amazing person with a beautiful voice and its sad that people can only sit down and make corny ass jokes about her weight. Get over yourself. Weight can be lost over time, but who you are and your personality is for life and that's what really makes people unattractive.

[@squiggy420]

Some people have nothing better to do with their lives and have no self esteem, so they put others down to feel better about themselves.

[@hippo459]

Super Brain Found the fatty!

[@squiggy420]

hippo459 Since 160lbs is fat for being 5'9''... Stop trollin Sarah Marie. You just mad cause i'm smarter than you, stupid bitch.

[@marine463]

***** "She shouldn't stay fat". Hello, Hitler. Who are you to say how people should live ? Well, you shouldn't be so stupid. Intelligence can be gain by opening your mind but only if you put in the effort.

[@marine463]

***** If only you knew what stupidity does to people...and you have the audacity to be amazed that I call you stupid. Well done! More seriously, I'm not saying obesity is not a serious disease, but people should be more respectful about the way they talk about it. And I may not live in the US but I know what obesity looks like. And for having experienced overweight I can tell you it's not all about the efforts. Plus K. C. is already a mom : the more intense and exhausting sport in the world !

[@alepatera]

I haven't seen Kelly Clarkson in 2 years? I believe. It surprised me when I saw this video, she gained a lot of weight! And she also seems smaller now because of it, but she's still as beautiful as ever

[@mrpeachees2388]

I haven't seen her in years as well, only in music videos and she is always skinny in the ones that I've watched.. so I was also suprised.

[@thatgirl3458]

What's her new album name?

[@KPOPUNIV]

You go Kelly. You're amazing.

[@TubeSerfer100]

Watching Kelly fawn over River Rose in the first 15 seconds of the video had me in tears and my heart doing flips! I just LOVE how much she loves River and brags about her. Most every new parent feels the same about their child, but to finally watch Kelly experience what real, true and deep love is, just makes me SO HAPPY FOR HER! I have loved Kelly from the day I saw her on AI, and just continue to fall more in love with her as time goes by. I've never met a person with more honesty, integrity, and kindness than her, and I admire her more than just about anyone else in this world. (She gives great hugs too!) She is the best role model for young girls and boys, and even women and men, that I've ever seen! Her music, her personality, and her beauty have gotten me through so many trying times in my life. I will support her always and I will ALWAYS love her!

[@Ellievibes10]

Kelly looks amazing and that dress is gorgeous!

[@TootsieTheTina]

Sooooo well spoken and funny and down to earth and amazing and friendly.

[@jennabora27]

+Ahmad Hafiz Exactly!!

[@bigtimednp]

I love Kelly. She is so down to Earth. Been a fan of her since Idol. She is so beautiful and her daughter is adorable!!

[@beggers5]

I love that Kelly Clarkson does not give a crap about what people think about her. She knows who she is and that is all that matters!

[@kinpyo13]

I love her so much...she's so sweet and kind!!

[@bat2185]

All I can say she looks like a Mom to me. To all you haters go to hell .Stop trolling just to find someone to hate.

[@mizuko2001]

She is a mom!

[@marine463]

mizuko2001 Totally agree ! Try having a baby and then you'll see how much difficult it is to keep shape ! It's no Wonder so many stars adopt children to remain thin. Come on, she's gorgeous !

[@marine463]

***** Everyone has a different metabolism and money can't fix everything. She is straight disrespectful to you ? She does not owe you anything, as a matter of fact you are disprespectful of her for insulting her. You're a fan, so what ? Her body belongs to you ? She must get your constant approval to live her life ? Get a life please, and learn to portray yourself as a better person.

[@marine463]

***** I'm not making excuses for her, I'm just saying diet food don't always work (so money won't fix everything). And why excuses ? She did not do anything wrong. She is an amazing singer and she looks like a great mum. Clearly you have a problem with money.

[@toughtaurus7270]

You think she's delusional? Project much? You're the one with the problem. Why don't you just deal with it?

[@amooora1416]

She is the most precious person in the world She worth to live for.

[@SkyleonMK7]

That white and gold dress on point. 👌

[@lalacreambaby]

Fuck up

[@SkyleonMK7]

And there's that one negative comment. 👏

[@kerin3294]

As soon as I saw that baby I felt so sad! Such a successful and talented woman who has one of the best voices in pop today brought that beautiful child into the world and all people can do is body shame her?! She handles it so well, but it's just a really crappy reflection of our attitudes in society.

[@Divadoll80]

My Doll Kelly...Love Her...Just Fabulous:-)

[@luisianna82]

She is precious no matter what

[@Bolderbon]

Love Kelly! She's such a joy to watch, and what an amazing voice. I only fully watched the first 2 seasons of American Idol, and I think they were the best! xoxo Bonnie

[@cheyenneanais]

She's a beautiful lady.

[@AlyMewGaming]

Kelly is beautiful no matter what size she is.

[@Imaginingall]

Kelly clarkson is LOVELY! Such a light and friendly personality, wins my heart

[@NicoLauren3]

She is so great; I appreciate how body-positive Kelly is!

[@YQSHidle]

Kelly is soooo real abd genuine. She has the kind heart and she is happy. She is perfect in her own way.

[@Evster979]

Since when does weight and how someone looks come into music or how talented someone is! Just focus on talent and what music is really about which is passion for music and talent! Kelly has a natural gift from god that is why she won American Idol not cuz of how she looks because she has an amazing voice and is an amazing person!

[@lisagreen5237]

I love Kelly! She is so down to earth and she can sing her ass off! IMO she was the best American Idol contestant (besides Carrie!)!!

[@suehileman9586]

Best American Idol.

[@CallMeProm]

I love Kelly!! Been watching/listening to her since day 1 of Idol. Got tickets to see her for the first time in October and I am so excited!!! She is so adorable and River is even more adorable!

[@mrf11998]

Don't let Katie Hopkins get at you 😀😀

[@nicogs97]

Alan Bolger Wasn't she the one that was on Big Brother UK ???

[@erarung28]

Do anyone have a video link on that?we're did not even know..

[@robpo4]

***** Everyone over here hates her

[@mrf11998]

***** She sure is...definitely the most putrid woman around

[@sophiemariealex]

I fucking hate Katie Hopkins🔫🔫

[@josefernandoazcona502]

Ellen and Kelly are hilarious together!!! Kelly's reaction at the end was awesome hehehe

[@kehnlove]

I am a plus size girl that watched this simply to see what Kelly Clarkson's take on the critics was. The lines she said that got me was "you are who you are and it doesn't mean that you will be like that forever." I have struggled with weight loss for so long that she is just INSPIRING to listen too.

[@gracieliz95]

It's weird how people think it's somehow their business if someone else is overweight. There are many ways to be unhealthy. First of all, why would you care if someone you've never even met is overweight. It's none of your business. Second of all, Kelly Clarkson is an extremely talented person, and the last thing you should care about is what she looks like.

[@nagsheady7701]

You know, just yesterday I was looking at another singing Kelly on a VH1 Soul marathon - Kelly Price - and thinking how attractive and regal she looked. Kelly Price - like Kelly Clarkston - is a big woman who looks great at her weight and carries herself with class. People like Kelly Price, Kelly Clarkston, Jill Scott, Adele, and Angie Stone put to shame the edict that one has to be thin to be beautiful and healthy. I admire all of these women for their grace, disposition, and TALENT.

[@theister]

Kelly turns it all around and every hater just gives her the opportunity to show us what a cool, funny, creative person she is.

[@srldwg]

Love them both!

[@Jolene8]

Kelly is so pretty. She looks so happy, unapologetically! Which makes her glow.

[@Foxlocke]

I think she is beautiful inside and out, and one of the most TALENTED people in the industry today.

[@mcmerly1355]

She is a beautiful woman on the inside and the outside! Love her kind of humor 😊

[@Jessicaisrealawesome]

Kelly is perfect. She is bigger now but the WOMAN HAD A BABY so it doesn't count. Usually, she is a healthy size, curvy, but not at all overweight. Just gives all the girls so much confidence to see someone that isn't as thin and as svelte as Taylor Swift, whom I also love, but damn the girl looks like a supermodel. It's nice to see someone refreshingly average and normally sized and so successful and beautiful like Kelly.

[@hippo459]

Jessicaisrealawesome A 6lb baby doesn't make you 60lbs more bro.

[@marine463]

hippo459 Have you experience about that, BRO ?

[@waynerjson]

Jessicaisrealawesome I grew up in the 70s and 80s, and people that looked like Kelly were not "refreshingly average and normally sized". She is, to tell the truth, morbidly obese. Any doctor would tell you her BMI is horrific. As far as "having a baby" for an excuse, she was obese for several years before the pregnancy.

[@marine463]

***** Really, her weight is all that matters to you all ? What about her kindness, her talent ? What a superficial world.

[@marine463]

Obesity is not superficial and it is a global issue, you're right about that. But only caring about weight is very superficial. And how Kelly Clarkson manages her weight is none of anyone's business. Would you like people only talking about your appearance and not who you are, what you do ? I mean there is more in life than that, isn't ? :-)

[@orangedazzle]

I adore Kelly because she's just so "normal". I feel like she is someone you could easily hang out with. I really like her and Ellen together because they seem to really know how to have fun. Also, I love that dress she has on.

[@Luna-17]

Her perspective on life and self acceptance legit gave me chills. Don't even get me started on that voice.

[@justcleanit6699]

I have no words to say except I LOVE KELLY CLARKSON

[@Christinaa872]

I have been a fan since idol! So proud of all you do Kelly! You are BEAUTIFUL and sooo talented

[@gretchenmann633]

When I see Kelly, I see that brilliant light that shines out of every pore. It's the essence of her soul. She is gorgeous. God bless Kelly!

[@kristynajecmenova]

Is she big? Yes. Is it none of our business? Damn right!

[@MichHiiELF]

One of the most real inspirational artists out there

[@nonspecific1234]

3 years later and I still watch this video regularly to remind myself to love the body I have and ignore the hate because I am a good person and this is the only body I've got. I love Kelly so much.

[@AlekBigK]

much love for both of them

[@isadief1240]

River is so lucky to have Kelly as a mum. She is truly amazing!

[@danishashraf6375]

Oh my god I love Kelly. She's amazing, she's beautiful & so down-to-earth. And funny too. God bless you, lady.

[@dhrubaintisher8169]

Oh my GOSH!!! River is so cute!!! And her mamma is just dope!!! what a personality!

[@ericawalsh3988]

She seems like such a fun person! Love her personality! Great interview

[@stephanyevaldez6291]

Love her so much. Kelly is such a great role model!

[@ungratefulbastard3816]

Kelly and Carrie are the only winners that still have their fame. I hardy heard any other winners beside them.

[@amyriley3769]

Love Kelly Clarkson, she is amazing in how she deals with the hate!! It's horrible that people pick on other people because of size and beauty, we are who we are, we don't always stay the same. We change our time and sometimes we are better than others but that doesn't matter as long as you are happy and positive and not let other people bring you down.

[@nocturnal992]

She looks amazing thin or chubby or thick or whatever, her face is gorgeous!!

[@lilacsandobsidian]

She's such a wonderful human being, love her.

[@arquelesmaximus6508]

Love her for who she is and she is wonderful

[@RAIILIU]

She is THE TRUE inspiration to our generation.

[@tinastebbins2385]

I ADORE KELLY CLARKSON SHE IS SO ADORABLE AND SWEET AND GENUINE. IF EVERYONE WAS LIKE KELLY AND ELLEN THE WORLD WOULD BE A PERFECT PLACE TO LIVE.

[@beakittelscherz5419]

Like good wineshe gets better and better with the years...her voice is dynymite and she is a humble gem !

[@funluvnrm]

I could only imagine, what life would be like, IF so many people would NOT judge others in harsh ways, just shows that they are insecure with them selves, so they take it out on others in CrUeL hUrTfUl ways... You & River are so beautiful & I'm SO HAPPY that your HAPPY & you have been blessed to have such a funluvn husband to share his honest loves with the both of you... You do NOT deserve what these insecure people have thrown your way, but so PROUD on how your NOT letting them get to you, ;)... Hugs & loves & brightest blessings always...

[@bossy0099]

I want a wine bag

[@roisinreynolds5593]

She's so amazing and inspiring love her xxx

[@manuelbonezwth]

She's an awesome woman, don't matter how big or thin she is, she's freaking AWESOME and ADORABLE aaand beautiful!!! and she sings LIVE

[@liv-bv3pl]

SHE JUST HAD A BABY can u please find ur goddamn chill?!

[@trilingual28]

"Sometimes I'm more fit and I get into kickboxing hardcore, and then sometimes I don't, and I'm like 'I'd rather have wine!' " OMG I love her...she articulated what I feel so perfectly!

[@jedmartins]

kelly you go! You got a killer voice, great personality, you're lovely and talented. I don't care about your body, i care about your music and the great person you become all these years.

[@shelbydobies355]

fat or skinny. she's amazing and always has been.

[@anechoicsoul]

she is BEAUTIFUL regardless of how much she weighs

[@fishoodles]

The woman just had a kid, anyone who says anything regarding her weight is insensitive and ignorant. Every woman is built differently and not everyone is able to "bounce back" to their ideal weight after birthing another human being. Let the woman live, if she's happy, then no one has any right to criticize her.

[@idontwantagoogleplusprofil4174]

And here we have two of the finest people to ever exist

[@crowsrocket9238]

The best part of all the "fat" shaming she gets, she smiles no matter what. Katie has no place in her life and it's clear as day that Kelly has more important things to worry about. It's awesome to see her absolutely happy.

[@Watergirl-du9ys]

She is my Ellen no one steal her

[@TtXx-hj2qe]

Yyy677 of jju88

[@KoltBuscus]

I'm in love with her 😍😍😍

[@tigerlillymeimee6851]

God, she just god pregnant, and when your pregnant you gain weight.

[@84josanne]

I LOVE her response.....Kelly you Rock! well said

[@oscarchiang7023]

"You have the most precious child" what Ellen says to every mother that she interviews.

[@energizervanny]

Also what every nurse says in labor and delivery after the baby was born. "Awwww he/she is soooooo cute!!!" Uh huh bitch, I just heard you say that 8 times to 8 other babies. Gtfoh.

[@Cophy]

Love her, she's so amazing

[@tarantulabunny]

I can't help but wonder when America will finally stop being obsessed with talking about other people's bodies and using it as a judgment of character.

[@arthurwatts1680]

Kelly, Pink and Gaga are the only big name US pop stars that I would pay money to hear sing acapella or with purely acoustic accompanying musos. I thought Pink was just another pop star until she belted out 'Just Like A Pill' with nothing more than a radio mic in front of her (and zero prep) at 8am in the morning : the hairs on the back of my neck stood up and I knew she was the real deal. I wish all 3 of them every success in the future.

[@trilingual28]

I love her quip about kickboxing and wine :) Two wonderful personalities!

[@brionnanorris2670]

Kelly is a beautiful lady. Who every says anything about her doesn't know what they are talking about.

[@hawkboy000]

Lol so I can't say that she's beautiful because I don't know anything about her. Nice...

[@brionnanorris2670]

I meant rude comments lol

[@cassidysinger4]

I really love her style and the way she looks in that dress

[@kenscar]

Hmm. I think I'm in love with Kelly Clarkson wtf? She's just so damn awesome I dunno

[@thedarci1368]

I love Kelly Clarkson she is so great & has such a great attitude and outlook. For those that want to judge and hate they are the ones with the true problems and short comings. They do NOT define who someone is....only GOD defines who someone is.

[@NiallsPotatox]

I absolutely hate the fact that people say she's shit and can't sing and then base their opinion on her looks and weight. Like wtf her weight doesn't have an effect on her singing like honestly she's so crazy talented and her voice is amazing plus she looks gorgeous and has a beautiful child so shut up

[@leslieshaw5660]

her confidence makes her illuminating... which is just amazing.

[@jeannestarr6501]

Good Lord, I think she is just darling. It never occurred to me to look at her size/ weight??? Best revenge is living her life full of love and laughter. When will mean people realize Kelly doesn't care what you think! Beautiful person inside and out.

[@ellieemmerling240]

My Moms A huge Fan Of Her and Many Many Other Country Artist.

[@misanson3927]

she is gorgeous! Some people try to point out negative stuff about others because they feel miserable about themselves.

[@skullzstar8722]

People start insulting her and her first thought is her fans. That is pretty awesome.

[@michellepowers4906]

I dont care what ppls say but she is beautiful and she makes awesome songs like that new song she made invincible!!!

[@angelinadurante5633]

How can you not love her😍

[@katiepusz7514]

What a beauty! River is obviously a "ball of light" like her mom -- such an internal glow(:

[@mizuko2001]

She just had a baby for goodness sake! Stop judging other people for their sizes! She's super nice and talented.