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.
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.
June 7, 2024: Won Daytime Emmy Award
On June 7, 2024, Kelly Clarkson won another award for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series at the subsequent 51st Daytime Emmy Awards.
2025: Billboard Ranking
In 2025, Billboard listed Kelly Clarkson as the 11th biggest female artist of the 21st century (27th overall).
