Kelly Clarkson's Guest Host Sparks Criticism for 'Rude' Behavior amid Her Talk Show Absence – Video

A video captured the moment a 59-year-old star's guest-hosting stint on a talk show sparked debate after an exchange with another actress divided viewers.

Brooke Shields temporarily filled in for Kelly Clarkson as a guest co-host on "The Kelly Clarkson Show." During her interview with Mexican actress Eiza González, Brooke's hosting style drew mixed reactions. While some viewers found her engaging, others felt she overshadowed her guest.

During the conversation, Eiza, 35, referenced her outfit while speaking to Brooke, "By the way, I wore this for you," drawing attention to her white fitted turtleneck sweater, light blue lace peplum overlay, and beige pants.

The "Ambulance" actress continued, "What does it look like?" hinting at the resemblance. Brooke quickly made the connection, asking, "My outfit in 'Blue Lagoon'?" The audience laughed as Eiza confirmed it was inspired by the classic movie.

Brooke, clearly flattered by the "Baby Driver" star's stylish tribute, responded with surprise, "Really?!" Eiza agreed, admitting she couldn't replicate the iconic hair and joking that she used fake fabric as a substitute.

She then reminisced about the 1980 film, jokingly comparing Eiza's version to her own on-screen wardrobe. "Oh my gosh, that was a lot more covered than I was," she said.

She then revealed a behind-the-scenes detail about her iconic look in the film, "And that hair was taped to my body, by the way." Eiza reacted with curiosity, prompting Brooke to nod and add, "Yeah, they had to tape it to my boobs because if the wind blew, it was like, 'Woo!'"

Eiza laughed, responding, "Yeah, yeah, you're like, 'None of that.'" Brooke concluded, "There wasn't much. Wasn't much there." The lighthearted exchange drew audience laughter, but some felt Brooke shifted the focus away from the "3 Body Problem" star.

Many viewers took to social media to voice their opinions on Brooke's hosting style.

One person remarked, "The poor guests can't get a word in edgewise. Brooke interrupts them to talk about her own movies. It's cringy and rude. I've never seen anything like it. We get it Brooke, you've been a movie star since you were 9, now can we hear what the guests are saying???? 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🙄"

Similarly, another viewer criticized Brooke's hosting, calling her "unnatural" and claiming she struggled to read the cue cards.

However, not everyone was critical. Some viewers enjoyed Brooke's presence, "You did an amazing job on Kelly 2day!!! Loved the show ❤️ [sic]."

A different viewer expressed admiration for Brooke's humor and hosting skills, adding that they share almost the same birthday, while another praised her for excelling as both a host and a businesswoman.

Meanwhile, Kelly's absence remained a concern for some. One curious fan questioned, "Will she come back not watching till Kelly comes back sad no one saying what's going on."

Another hoped she was doing well, while someone suggested that if guest hosting continues, the show's producers should let band members have a turn.

According to Entertainment Tonight (ET), the "American Idol" alum is dealing with a family emergency. Due to privacy reasons, guests were not informed in advance about her absence but were given the option to step in as guest hosts upon arrival.

Kelly's absence first became evident on March 2, when Simu Liu unexpectedly hosted the show. As he took the stage, he addressed the audience, "Now, before we get things started, I do have a confession to make. I am not Kelly Clarkson. I know this may shock many of you, but Kelly, actually, isn't able to make it today. We're sending her our very best."

Simu further revealed that he had only been informed about his hosting duties five minutes before the taping, as he had originally come to promote his movie "Last Breath."

Before her unexpected break, Kelly's last hosted episode was referenced in a March 5 Instagram post highlighting the day's lineup. The episode featured Nora Fatehi, Jason Derulo, Jason Isaacs, and singer Allie X, along with a special home makeover reveal for a family affected by the Los Angeles fires.

With Kelly absent, Brooke was tapped to guest host on Monday and Tuesday, as announced by the show's official Instagram page on March 9. The weekly schedule also featured celebrity guests such as Smokey Robinson, Simone Ashley, Joshua Jackson, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Dr. Sandra Lee, and Liv Morgan.

The rest of the week saw a rotation of guest hosts, including Molly Sims on Thursday and Friday. Additionally, ET reported that Kal Penn and Andy Cohen are slated to appear in next week's pre-taped episodes.

Despite concerns, ET stated that Kelly is expected to return to taping on March 13, just in time for the show's 1,000th episode. While the specifics of her family emergency remain private, fans can anticipate her comeback soon.

Before Kelly's temporary absence, she shared a special on-air moment with her children.

As reported on January 5, Kelly and her kids, Remy and River Blackstock, turned her variety talk show unforgettable. Fans couldn't help but notice the striking resemblance they share with their mom, from her infectious laughter and humor to their physical features.

The 42-year-old, who shares her kids with her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, was excited to host her kids on "The Kelly Clarkson Show."

Before the episode aired, she posted a picture on Instagram posing with Remy and River, captioning it, "Extra special guests today on Kelly! Tune in for an adorable chat with River & Remy (and Remy's full performance!)"

Another clip shared on Instagram gave viewers a glimpse of what to expect in the exciting episode. Kelly's kids looked adorable sitting up on stage with River rocking bangs like her mother. The two chatted with their mom and occasionally erupted in similar infectious laughter as Kelly's.

The TV personality and Remy also talked about his performance on the show in late 2024. The world got a glimpse of the 8-year-old's vocal talent in November when a video of him performing Frank Sinatra's "My Way" racked up over a million views.

When Kelly asked why he chose the song, Remy responded, "I don't know. I just like, I just liked it. I heard it from 'Sing' and I love that movie and I just like that song." Turning to River, Kelly asked if they'd heard the song often at home. River made a hilarious face, replying, "You can't even, yeah. I can't even count it, how many times."

The mom of two shared that Remy frequently practices the song in his room, with River chiming in, "Very loud." "It's hilarious. So, Frank Sinatra will be going in one room and then my little country queen over here will be singing country music in her room," Kelly added. She joked about the constant music in their home, saying, "It's a lot. It's always a performance at my house always."

Kelly then asked Remy if he was nervous performing "My Way," and the boy candidly replied, "I mean, 50-50." Mother and son reflected on the positive response to his performance, with Kelly recalling, "Remember when I came and I told you? It was like, 'Everybody's loving your video!'"

Remy cheekily responded, "Yeah, how much views did I get again?" prompting laughter from the live audience, and Kelly who, unable to contain her amusement, nearly fell out of her chair laughing at her son's question.

Kelly also shared her son's playful reaction upon learning his video had gone viral. The singer recalled approaching him at home. "I said, 'Man, buddy, you've got like over a million views I think on your —,' and he goes, 'Do you get that many views?'" The singer added with a laugh, amused by her son's confidence, "I was like, 'Calm down ... and not often.'"

River also joined in the conversation, with her mom asking what she enjoys doing musically. The 10-year-old shared that she loves writing music and singing, spending hours in her room creating. To this, Kelly proudly responded, "It's good. Your songs are good."

Fans were captivated by the heartwarming interaction between Kelly Clarkson and her kids. They marveled at the trio's closeness, adorable banter, and how both Remy and River's mannerisms and physical features mirrored their mom's.

One fan gushed, "They both look like Kelly beautiful kids just like their mama💕💕💕💕" while another enthusiastically added, "Kelly's mini me 😍😍❤️❤️." A closer look had someone saying, "They are Kelly's mini me's. River's got Kelly's mannerisms, and Remy totally has Kelly's face."

For others, the resemblance was undeniable, as one noted, "Beautiful kids. Remy is your mini me." Another fan echoed the sentiment, "They look so much like you. So cute."

The connection between the siblings didn't go unnoticed either. A fan commented, "They're so precious, cute and VERY well spoken!! Kelly and her minis! ❤️ looks like they have a typical brother sister bond 😜."

One admirer remarked, "Oh my gosh, your son looks just like you, Kelly! They're both adorable. Enjoy them. They grow up fast." Some couldn't get over the striking resemblance, saying, "River is Kelly’s twin 😍😍😍😍😍."

Another fan chimed in, "The little boy is such her boy....crazy how he looks like her. The little girl looks just like her dad, check it out. But they are adorable, they are lucky they have such a fun loving maman [sic]." Others analyzed the similarities in detail, like one who observed, "Both look like Kelly but son is the spitting image."

One fan gushed, "Kelly Clarkson and her two talented children are adorable. Her son youngest one looks identical to her now her daughter looks a little like her, but probably looks like the dad lot more [sic]." To round it out, one admirer concluded, "River looks like dad and Remy like mom."

Kelly's close bond with her kids reflects her fun-loving approach to parenting, but she also enforces strict rules at home. She has made it clear that, under her roof, social media is off-limits. The singer understands the unique pressures that come with being the child of someone in the public eye and she doesn't want her kids to fall into its negative side.

Kelly opened up about her parenting style, acknowledging that while she strives to do a good job as a mom, she can be hard on herself at times, especially when it comes to balancing her schedule to ensure she's present for Remy and River. Still, she prides herself on fostering their independence and striking a balance between being involved without being overbearing.

Looking back at her own experiences, the singer noted that growing up with a busy single mom, who later got married and had to manage a career, made her appreciate the flexibility she now has as her own boss.

While she works to be there for her kids' special moments, she also emphasizes the importance of showing them that parents can maintain a fulfilling life outside of their roles.

However, she acknowledged that there's no such thing as a perfect parent and humorously joked that her kids might need therapy because of her parenting. Even so, Kelly remains committed to doing her best and always striving to improve as a mom.