Kelly Clarkson Could Have Dated Again

Kelly Clarkson Reveals Why She Isn’t Dating After Brandon Blackstock’s Death — ‘I Love My Life Right Now.’

Kelly Clarkson isn’t looking for a new relationship — and her reason has everything to do with the life she’s finally able to enjoy with her children.

The 44-year-old singer confirmed that she’s currently single during the Sept. 30 episode of the Las Culturistas podcast, explaining that dating simply isn’t something she wants to introduce into her family’s life right now.

After several difficult years and the death of her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock in August 2025, Clarkson says her priority is creating stability for their children, River, 12, and Remington, 10.

And for perhaps the first time in a while, she doesn’t feel constantly exhausted.

‘I Think That Would Rock Their Boat’

When the subject of dating came up, Clarkson was direct about why she isn’t pursuing anyone.

“My kids right now — there’s a lot behind that, but I think that would rock their boat a little bit,” she explained.

Blackstock died from melanoma in August 2025 after having been diagnosed with cancer three years earlier.

His death left River and Remington without their father, and Clarkson indicated that their needs are an important consideration in the choices she’s making now.

But she also stressed that remaining single isn’t merely a sacrifice she’s making for her children.

She genuinely likes her life as it is.

“I love my life right now,” Clarkson said. “It just got to where I am not exhausted at every point of it.”

Clarkson Says She Doesn’t Want to Give Up Her Time

Relationships require time and attention, and Clarkson acknowledged that she’s simply not interested in surrendering either at the moment.

She noted that being with someone means having to “give some of your time up.”

Her response to that prospect was simple: “I am unwilling.”

Podcast co-host Bowen Yang observed that Clarkson and her children are now experiencing a period where it can simply be the three of them without a larger situation hanging over the family.

Clarkson agreed.

“It’s been really good,” she said.

Rather than dating, her days are filled with ordinary family moments — cooking, playing games and being present for school routines.

“I’m there at pickup, or I’m there dropping off. I’m there.”

Ending Her Talk Show Gave Her More Time With River and Remington

That increased presence comes after Clarkson made another major change to her life.

She recently ended The Kelly Clarkson Show after seven seasons, allowing her to devote more time to River and Remington.

During the show’s final episode, both children joined their mother onstage.

Clarkson told viewers that one of the things she had treasured about the show’s run was watching her children grow up alongside it.

Earlier in the year, she had also offered a rare glimpse into how the family was coping.

Clarkson explained that there had been “a lot for our family recently” and said she had allowed the children to sleep beside her frequently.

At their ages, she said, they’re independent enough to do things for themselves while still being young enough to want cuddles and closeness.

New York Has Become Home

Clarkson is now raising River and Remington in New York City, something she says has given them experiences very different from those she had growing up in Texas.

She appreciates the diversity they’re surrounded by and the opportunity for her children to encounter different cultures, personalities and backgrounds as part of everyday life.

For Clarkson, those experiences appear to be part of a much simpler chapter.

There are school pickups, meals together and games at home.

And right now, she doesn’t seem interested in complicating that rhythm.

After years of major personal and professional changes, Kelly Clarkson isn’t searching for someone new. She’s enjoying being present for River and Remington — and for the moment, she says the life the three of them have built together is enough.