Kelly Clarkson

Kelly Brianne Clarkson (born April 24, 1982) is an American singer, songwriter and author. She rose to fame in 2002 after winning the inaugural season of American Idol, and has since been referred to as the "Original American Idol" and the "Queen of Covers". She also became the runner-up of World Idol the following year. Signing with RCA Records, Clarkson released her debut single, "A Moment Like This", which topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became the best-selling single of 2002 in the United States. Her debut studio album, Thankful (2003), debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Its lead single, "Miss Independent", was a top-ten hit in various nations.

Born	Kelly Brianne Clarkson April 24, 1982 (age 34) Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.
Residence	Nashville, Tennessee
Occupation	Actress author singer songwriter
Home town	Burleson, Texas
Spouse(s)	Brandon Blackstock (m. 2013)
Children	2
Website	kellyclarkson.com
Musical career
Genres	Pop
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	2002–present
Labels	19 RCA S Atlantic
Associated acts	Reba McEntire Trisha Yearwood
Website	kellyclarkson.com