Kelly Clarkson's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Kelly Clarkson.

Kelly Clarkson is an American singer, songwriter, and television personality who gained prominence as the first winner of American Idol. She has enjoyed a long and successful career in both music and television. She is known for her powerful vocals and versatility, leading to recognition as one of the greatest singers of all time.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

September 4, 2002: Winning American Idol

On September 4, 2002, Kelly Clarkson won the inaugural season of American Idol at the Kodak Theatre, earning 58% of the votes against Justin Guarini.

2005: Billboard's Top Female Artist

In 2005, Billboard ranked Kelly Clarkson as the Top Female Artist of the Year.

2005: Commercial Success of Breakaway

In 2005, Kelly Clarkson's album, Breakaway, had longevity, allowing it to become the third-best-selling album of the year in the US. Clarkson was named the Top Female Artist of the Year by Billboard.

May 16, 2007: Academy of Country Music Awards Performance

On May 16, 2007, at the Academy of Country Music Awards, Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire sang a country version of "Because of You", which became a lead single and was nominated for a Grammy.

2013: "Catch My Breath" success

In 2013, "Catch My Breath" from Greatest Hits - Chapter One became the third biggest adult contemporary song of the year, according to Billboard.

2013: Grammy Award for Stronger

In 2013, Kelly Clarkson won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album for Stronger, making her the first artist to win the award twice.

May 20, 2018: Hosted Billboard Music Awards

On May 20, 2018, Kelly Clarkson hosted and performed at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards.

February 28, 2019: Announcement as Billboard Music Awards Host

On February 28, 2019, it was announced that Kelly Clarkson would return to host the 2019 Billboard Music Awards.

May 1, 2019: Hosted 2019 Billboard Music Awards

On May 1, 2019, Kelly Clarkson hosted the 2019 Billboard Music Awards.

December 2019: Victory on The Voice Season 17

In December 2019, Jake Hoot was crowned the winner of the seventeenth season of 'The Voice', giving Kelly Clarkson her third victory as a coach.

May 2020: Daytime Emmy Award

In May 2020, 'The Kelly Clarkson Show' earned seven nominations and Kelly Clarkson won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host.

June 2020: Received Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

In June 2020, it was announced that Kelly Clarkson would receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2021.

June 2021: Won Two Daytime Emmy Awards

In June 2021, Kelly Clarkson won two Daytime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Talk Show Entertainment and Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host.

December 2021: Victory on The Voice Season 21

In December 2021, Girl Named Tom were crowned winners of the twenty-first season of 'The Voice', securing Kelly Clarkson's final victory as a coach.

June 2022: Won Two Daytime Emmys

In June 2022, Kelly Clarkson won two Daytime Emmys, including Outstanding Talk Show Entertainment for the second consecutive year and Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host for the third consecutive year.

September 19, 2022: Received Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

On September 19, 2022, Kelly Clarkson received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

November 10, 2023: Grammy Nomination for 'Chemistry'

On November 10, 2023, Kelly Clarkson's studio album 'Chemistry' earned her a sixth nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album.

November 21, 2023: Awarded $2.6 Million from Ex-Husband

On November 21, 2023, Kelly Clarkson was awarded over $2.6 million from her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, due to commissions paid to him for business deals he procured as her manager. The ruling stated that Blackstock violated California's Talent Agencies Act.

December 15, 2023: Won Two Daytime Emmy Awards

On December 15, 2023, Kelly Clarkson won two awards at the delayed 50th Daytime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Daytime Talk Series and Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host.