Why Kelly Clarkson Doesn't Allow Her Kids on Social Media

Find out why Kelly Clarkson won't permit her daughter River Rose and son Remy Alexander to access social media.

By Corinne Heller Jan 06, 2024 5:45 PM
| Updated Jan 06, 2024 9:13 PM
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Don't expect to see Kelly Clarkson's children on social media anytime soon.

The Kelly Clarkson Show host says her daughter River Rose, 9, and son Remy Alexander, 7, are not allowed to use it.

"That can be really hard on kids in general but especially kids with parents in the public eye," the 41-year-old told People in a cover interview published Jan. 6. "So I have informed them they're not allowed to, under my roof, ever have [it]."

Kelly, who shares her kids with ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, recalled how River tried to negotiate about it. "My daughter was like, 'Well, what if Dad lets me?'" she said. "I'm like, 'Well, you're there four days a month. Enjoy that.' And right now he's not letting them do it either."

The Grammy winner continued, "I'll listen when they're older, but until they have a solid argument, it's a no."

Despite not allowing River and Remy to access social media themselves, Kelly has shared pics of her kids on her own Instagram over the years, including last summer, when they joined her both backstage and onstage at one of her Las Vegas residency shows.

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Kelly Clarkson Through the Years

"Both of my kiddos backstage getting ready to join me on stage in Vegas," the singer wrote in her Aug. 19 post, alongside a pic of the children. "Nothing will ever be as cool and amazing as these two little humans that will always have my whole heart."

Look back at Kelly's sweetest family moments with her kids over the years:

A Moment Like This

Kelly Clarkson's kids River and Remy, whose dad is her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, sweetly stole the show when they appeared on a December 2024 episode of her eponymous series. 

Mother-Son Night Out

For the 2024 Grammys, the "Because Of You" brought her son Remy as her plus-one.

Fun Backstage

Kelly shared this pic of her kids backstage at her Las Vegas residency show in August 2023, just before they joined their mom onstage for surprise appearances.

Mom & Daughter Memories 

The "Since U Been Gone" singer was joined by her daughter Remy at the 2022 People's Choice Awards.

Star Sighting

River and Remy celebrated their mom receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in September 2022.

Family Movie Premiere

In 2019, Kelly and Brandon attended the premiere of her movie UglyDolls with Remy and River as well as with his kids Seth and Savannah from his previous marriage. The American Idol winner filed for divorce from the manager the following year and their union was formally dissolved in 2022.

Visiting Mom at Work

River and Remy sat alongside celebrity guest Jason Momoa on their mom's talk show in 2019.

Lake Life

Kelly enjoyed some fun in the sun with Remy and River Rose in 2018.

Today Show Appearance

Kelly's kids made the cutest cameo when they joined Hoda Kotb on a 2017 episode of Today.

Howdy, Partner

Who doesn't love a day at Disneyland with mom?

In Charge

River and Remy were ready to help put out fires and solve crime in their costumes.

Road Trip

The kids buckled up for a family drive.

Disco Diva

River proved she already takes after her mom when it comes to performing, and Kelly couldn't have been any more proud.

Flying High

"NYC y'all ain't ready for Remy B......I'M SO EXCITED!!!!!!" Kelly captioned this adorable snap of her little man.

Make-Up Free

Kelly was all smiles as she took this selfie with her daughter.

Girls on Set

When making her music video in 2017, the Texas native brought her daughter along for some behind-the-scenes fun.

Hockey Fun

In May 2017, the fam took in a Nashville Predators hockey game and even rocked matching jerseys. 

Smooches

Ugh, could this be any cuter of an Easter moment?

Remy's Day

Remy's first birthday in 2017 was a total blast and included a massive cake!

Happy Holiday

Kelly and River braved the Tennessee winter temps to be a part of the Nashville Christmas Parade in 2016. And seriously, they're so stinking cute.

 

Play Time

While on a visit to Washington D.C., Kelly's little ones got a ride on a blanket courtesy of their half-brother Seth.

Book Launch

To celebrate the launch of her children's book, the mom of two shared this adorable snap of her and her daughter.

Three Generations

For Mother's Day, the singer gave her mom a sweet shout-out and posted this adorable photo of three generations.

Famous Friends

Live from New York...it's Kelly's little one hanging out with SNL alum Jimmy Fallon.

Mamma's Girl

In October 2014, the Grammy winner shared her first photo of daughter River Rose.

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