Happy birthday! Kelly Clarkson turns 44 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary singer turns 44 on Friday, Apr. 24, 2026.

Kelly Clarkson is celebrating her 44th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed singers of her generation.

Popular singer Kelly Clarkson (Before Your Love, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 44th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Clarkson, a cultural icon

Born in Fort Worth on April 24, 1982, Kelly Clarkson's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Clarkson's not just a great singer, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Kelly hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Kelly Clarkson as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 44.

Happy Birthday, Kelly, you're the best!

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