Kelly Clarkson's Childhood Best Friend Surprises Her For Her 40th Birthday!

Kelly has no idea what's in store for her 40th birthday surprise party, including a special visit from one of her lifelong best friends, Mary! Mary and Kelly reminisce about their troublemaking days in math class, and Mary explains why she requested that Kelly cover "Edge of Seventeen" by Stevie Nicks for today's Kellyoke.
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[@toweronthehill]

"You've done so much for me and my family" shows you she got her back.

[@iris089]

Kelly probably helped whenever she can.

[@edflinkinp]

I love moments like this and I love to see them still so fond of eachother, but hearing about that diagnosis was gut-wrenching, I hope Mary's well and she continues to enjoy her lovely family and friendship with Kelly.

[@HeatherSC02]

Such a special and sweet moment. Nothing like a best friend.

[@paulinehawkins7914]

That's for sure 😁💕 xx

[@trevorcarey3997]

Love it, I met a few of my high school classmates in a reunin after two decades♥️

[@mereladams1635]

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[@melissakilsey1510]

I cried when her best friend came out . I remember when they used to show clips of Kellys friends during her idol days ! So nice they are still friends !

[@fuckurbody]

i remember her from the idol days!! they used to have those montage video and mary was in those!!

[@diva70smusic]

I post this almost every time I see something about Kelly Clarkson - "She is and always be my favorite American Idol winner!!". I remember thinking what a sweetie pie and what a voice!! She truly appears to be a genuine person. No one has ever said anything bad about her. She is a modern day Dolly Parton. I hope her career lasts as long as hers.

[@barbararuby555]

Happy Birthday Kelly! Not going to lie, as I was watching this clip, my son was watching too. He's 3-years-old and was waving to you. Then, he blew you a kiss ☺️

[@nasskc896]

awwww this so sweet. so nice to see mary. if y'all been following Kelly since idol y'all surely recognized Mary as one of Kelly's besties. still remember Mary putting mascara when they went camping hahahaha. This is BFF for life. It really warms my heart when Mary told us that Kelly done so much for her during her health issues. Kelly is big hearted person that we all know

[@boeyou4310]

Kelly Clarkson Florida so high what is the how on my way it really pick you up after that City and I'll be sure we got to go to overnight to me that I'm thinking that picture my heart Kelly Kelly in the high need to take back yeah I'm ready to get a car about take her home eat that coming back it's okay I bet at the house on my way to do it

[@shelbyn2023]

I watched that dvd of them camping so many times back in the day!!! I always wondered what happened to Jess too

[@gummiwise]

It’s moments like this that make me love Kelly more than ever. It was worth spending two solid hours on the phone dialing for her to win on finale night.

[@Spikedsoymilk]

You could tell how genuinely surprised and excited she was when she screamed out "OMG"! And "OMG, you're in LA! How long have you been here!?" And how lovely is it to see Kelly with her best friends?? Bring on more of these people as guests!!!

[@kristymerritt1421]

If anyone has seen the "Behind Hazel Eyes" DvD, it is Wonderful. She goes camping with her friends Mary and Jessica. So funny, sincere and sweet. They are both still the same homegrown sweethearts. I have loved Kelly since 2002, and was honored enough to see her Burleson Walmart performance, as well as many times in Dallas.... Fort Worth ✌❤🤘

[@JoshaLuke]

Yes! I was literally about to say this. The video of them camping in that dvd is so wholesome and why this lifted me so much to see them together again

[@kristymerritt1421]

@@JoshaLuke Yes! And her peanut butter jellying, that fkr from evanescence. (?) Baby Kelly was the same Kell we see now. Just grown and momming✌❤

[@michaelnorris6280]

I remember her from a clip on one of the DVDs. They went on a camping trip and she was hilarious.

[@jamesjay1979]

Yep and Jessica who signed her up for idol was on it too

[@amandapirot1022]

Happy, happy birthday Kelly! 🎂🎉🌺🎁 What a wonderful woman and talent you are. So glad to see you celebrating with your bestie!

[@marvinjordan9044]

Hello pretty,How are you doing? Hope everything is okay with you?

[@lisahamilton205]

Wow, April 24th sure is a special day for singing talent. Happy 40th Kelly and by the way Happy 80th birthday to Barbra Streisand. Two amazing singers born the same day 40 years apart.

[@ChasityGlenn2014]

Happy 40th birthday Kelly! That is very sweet and very deserving that you had your childhood best friend there to let you know how much you are loved! You deserve it! You are a national treasure! I just turned 40 back in August. Start of a new decade for both of us! Let’s do this! 🎂🎉🎈🥳🎊

[@MimiDishes]

It so special...I also have a bestie/sis ... We been thick and thin together for 57 years.. Friendships like these are rare.. Happy Birthday week...

[@wendellburkhart8297]

She's got one of the best voices I've ever heard .

[@AnnaLizzyRose]

How cute are you two! So good having long time friends who just know you so well. Happy Birthday Kelly!

[@matthewroze9734]

1982 baby here also! UK, London...ITS THE BEST YEAR!!

[@loiserwin4364]

What a great surprise ♥️♥️♥️♥️ Happy 40th Kelly. You are not only a very gifted singer but a beautiful human being....inside as well as outside. Have wonderful birthday celebration🍾🎉🥂🍾🎉🥂 and be safe.

[@Lightner445555555555]

Happy Birthday! 🎉🎂🎈! I'm also turning 40 this year. I feel so honored that a beautiful person like you was born within the same year as me lol❤️❤️❤️!

[@consuelasoerodikromo2433]

'we both like talking. HAHAHAHA. And soup'🤣🤣🤣 loved thatt

[@Batgirl2711]

That was so sweet of her to surprise Kelly! That shows real sisterly love towards her. God bless you both!!

[@cynthiamoon1880]

Girl you look 25 years old????!!!!!! How are you 40???? Nope. You can't be!!! I want your beauty secret. RIGHT. NOW.

[@marvinjordan9044]

Hello pretty,How are you doing? Hope everything is okay with you?

[@DidrickNamtvedt]

Such a wonderful surprise from your best friend! Happy 40th birthday, Kelly! 🎉🥳🎉🤩🍾🥂💃I turned 40 in July of last year and so far, being 40 is awesome! 🤩🤘

[@Chris-yd2oy]

This is such a heartwarming reunion.

[@luisdolmos9250]

This is so adorable! I can see my 2 best friends from 12 years ago, and me through this. ❤😊🙌🤗

[@KatieLauren]

The most precious! Happy Birthday!

[@fatimadaniels6098]

This is such a sweet moment. Happy birthday Kelly. You rock girl.

[@trevorcarey3997]

Love Kelly Clarkson, my favorite TV talk show, and she's so talented♥️

[@johneldridge8678]

Kelly's soooo genuine. Love her!!!

[@krissifaith6709]

so precious a friendship...not many like this.. pure gold

[@racheljackson7397]

This was a wonderful moment. Kelly when you mentioned what year you were born it was like my life flashed by because Kelly my Son was born in 1982 and he will be 40 this June. Darn I'm getting old LOL

[@meganleeper1443]

So blessed to be able to know and love Mary. She is such a beautiful and awesome woman and soul!

[@jujub4553]

This makes me so emotional 🥹 There is really nothing like super long time friends…

[@paulinehawkins7914]

Happy Birthday Kelly, went to see you in concert in the UK many years ago you were amazing, best evening ever, much love to you 😁💕 xx

[@nessahoangdoeina6696]

Happy birthday Kelly

[@marymiller7785]

Very. Touching. Thank you.

[@surge337]

Kelly would be the bestest friend ever. So funny, humble and just kind. ❤️

[@stephanielauren987]

I've been curious how Mary has been!! So happy to see her with Kelly I'm sure that meant a lot to KC

[@carrie14u2nv]

Me too!!!!

[@kellyannegarber8826]

Happy Birthday Kelly!! Fabulous 40!!

[@rebeccamacdonald7593]

I'm turning 40 this year too. 1982 was a great year for awesomeness

[@aanyamehta1178]

Happy 40th Kelly, you are an icon. I have always loved your music! You are strong and brave! May God always bless you!! :)

[@yeezysuperman3985]

Happy 40th Kelly!

[@sherrieekimery6776]

Oh my heart ❤️. This made me shed real tears 😭

[@CharityS-Minnesota]

This was the best ever! Happy birthday Kelly! I’m glad your best friend could be there. If she’s anything like my best friend she’s also your sister❤

[@shood35]

Such a beautiful moment.

[@DeeDee-pl8se]

Happy 40rh Birthday Kelly!! Have a great year💗

[@celinewhite9958]

Aww so sweet ❤️ Happy Birthday Kelly 🎂

[@anitaminyard4901]

Don't you just love close friends from your yesteryears!!!! They're the absolutely best and you can just start talking as if last time was yesterday, even though years may have passed. So enjoyed this reunion.

[@lexxussmith7467]

Aww so sweet such a heartwarming reunion

[@stephenramdath8318]

Just Love this... 80's. Rock!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO KELLY CLARKSON IN ADVANCE BEST WISHES LOVE U KELLY....BLESS

[@jasonmendoza8303]

I cry seeing this so happy for them!!

[@ursulaberrios3019]

I remembered Mary. Omg they have been friends for years. The most perfect friendship.

[@rebeccajourney3183]

Happy birthday Kelly! We adore you❣

[@cindyramrattan3413]

Happy birthday sweet baby girl.

[@maggiefosterwemmer9272]

🎉 So special BEST Friends or the best present ever. So Happy for you Kelly! I cried😢

[@ZoOnTheYT]

Have a happy, happy birthday Kelly!

[@paulasposili7572]

Happy birthday, Kelly!!! 🎂🎉💐🥳

[@yogerke]

Happy birthday to you Kelly Clarison!

[@angieanderson2161]

Hooray, BIRTHDAY TO KELLY CLARKSON❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@cable30]

Happy Birthday Kelly Clarkson 🥳🥳🎂🎂🧁🧁 🎉🎉, seen the videos and know u having an awesome time and enjoying all the fun.

[@carolchristiansen635]

This was lovely.

[@iloveclarkk]

Kelly ...my bestie from grade 3 and I had moments should not have been around each other at certain times...we relate there ...I only hope we can push our friendship as far as yours...happy 40th

[@tami1796]

Thank you for sharing your videos

[@mike20127680]

🎉Happy 40th Birthday🎉 KELLY CLARKSON! 💐🍾🎉💖🎈🎁

[@generalcaeser9176]

Happy Birthday Kelly!

[@marymistyjune8624]

Yeahhh 1982! Happy belated 40th Birthday 🎂🎉

[@azpeach5680]

Awwwwwwweeeee! I just love the love on this show!!!

[@caiannunes3967]

So sweet!

[@kellystroud1581]

Happy belated birthday Kelly!!

[@Noelbestie1]

Happy birthday Kelly and your surprise will be awesome

[@annitahlesley9754]

Happy Birthday 🎂 KC

[@alonelyshrub]

🎶...A moment like this🎶

[@allentrice1547]

Surprise!!! What the sweet dreams for her memories! Childhood memories that is!

[@karenbachman1866]

Happy Birthday Barbara and Kelly 🥳🎁

[@tinaheppell6156]

1982 is the best year! Happy early birthday KC! This is 40!

[@angelaboggs395]

That was great!

[@ronnieg6497]

This made me cry. I have a bff who i also go way back to kindergarten. ♥️♥️♥️

[@emsan321]

Happy Birthday Kelly 🎂 🥳

[@shelleyennis4489]

Happy birthday Kelly! 🎂💓🍻🇨🇦🥳

[@michellesilas3944]

Happy Birthday Beautiful Have a Blessed Birthday you Bless so many everyday 💓 🥰💯🎈🎉

[@nayashams6845]

Everyone in the right mind loves Kelly.

[@MikeyRockszwell]

Look At MAARRRYYYY!!! She Was Hilarious During The Camp Segment In The “Behind Hazel Eyes” DVD … Happy Birthday Week/Month To My FaveyWavey Kelly Clarkson!!! iStan This Taurus Queen!!

[@nasskc896]

i remembered that. she was putting mascara going into the wild.

[@MikeyRockszwell]

@@nasskc896 “Cause You Could Never Be Too Pretty For The Wilderness” - Kelly Clarkson 😂🤣😂 I Miss That DVD

[@trick351]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY K🌻C!!! 🎂🥂🍾❤️❤️❤️

[@Samiluvly]

Happy Birthday Kelly 🎈 🎊 🎁 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈

[@jordanlash2268]

Happy birthday Kelly. You are my favorite singer

[@susankennedy7280]

Happy birthday to a beautiful person

[@VonSolo5]

Love, love, love that blouse! Looks gorgeous on you. Happy Birthday and many more. 💖💖💖💖

[@maryleerobinson7259]

Happy Birthday Kelly

[@ElPasoTXRailfanner]

Kelly Looks Beautiful As Always As Of 2023 Great Video I Hope You Where Happy Since 2022 When You Met Your Childhood Best Friend Since 1980s And Your Reaction Was Priceless I Love It Have A Nice Day

[@katiesarmour]

Omg!!! Mr. Renfro! Lol I got in trouble in his class too. He didn’t like chatty girls. Happy Birthday Kelly!

[@zeej7989]

Happy Birthday Kelly. We are April and Taurus Sisters. My birthday is on the 28 and my bff is on the 29. Enjoy your special day. Keep celebrating 🥳🎂

[@vincesomewhere3158]

Happiest birthday Kelly 🥳🎉

[@klo5126]

Kelly look young!! She doesn’t look 40! So happy she is reunited with Mary, her bestie!!

[@treylapsley198]

40s still a young age

[@afm3898]

Awwww so sweet

[@ariannan923]

MARY!!! 😍 haven't seen you since the camping trip 😂

[@ShyAnn291]

I’m a year younger than her! I love her so much, I voted for her every week on American Idol!

[@xxharrys_housexx]

Happy birthday Kelly 💓🎉

[@debonyangelgirl6497]

Kelly is such a beautifully sweet 🎂🎉🎇🎂 person 💞, I simply love her. Kelly does not look like she will be 40 , she's so young looking.✝️🕊️👼🏾🎶🎵🎼🎹😎🌷🌹🌻💖🎉🎇🎂😎 You're so cool, Kelly!

[@danielrodrigues7657]

Happy birthdayyyy❤🎊

[@Georgian2go]

how sweet