Kelly Clarkson is keeping it in the family.
During the Jan. 8 episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, the “Since U Been Gone” singer welcomed her kids River, 10, and Remy, 8—whom Kelly shares with ex Brandon Blackstock—to the studio for some fun.
Amid their appearance, Remy, along with his sister, sat down to discuss his adorable viral moment on his last appearance during his mom’s show—when he sang Frank Sinatra’s “My Way,” earning a standing ovation from the audience.
As River, who wore a blue Peter Pan collar blouse, and Remy, who wore a green pinstripe jacket, joined their mom for an interview from her studio’s couch, Kelly—after of course noting how nice they looked for their appearance—recalled the infamous moment to her son.
“How did you feel about the clip going viral there?" Kelly asked him in a video shared to social media Jan. 9. “Remember when I came and I told you? It was like, ‘Everybody's loving your video!’”
To which Remy cheekily responded, “Yeah, how many views did I get again?"
His quick wit caused Kelly to playfully lean back in her chair, as the audience erupted in laughter.
Of course, River also proved to be the perfect older sister. After Kelly noted that River plays “My Way” often at home, the 10-year-old quipped, “I can’t even count it—how many times.”
And while River has not yet performed for Kelly’s fans, she did share that she takes after her mom in the musical department.
“I like to write,” she explained. “I like to sing. I put that together in a journal that I forgot at home—because I am a forgetter in my family.”
Still, River emphasized that she loves writing music.
“But I do that a lot in my room,” she continued. “I spent hours and hours and hours, singing, trying to do a song.”
And Kelly teased that when River’s ready to perform, the audience will be floored, adding, “Your songs are good.”
Although Kelly’s kids making an appearance on her show is a rare treat, the 42-year-old has noted before that family time off camera is her number one priority.
“I’m seeing my kids grow real fast, and it’s going by real fast,” Kelly explained during a November appearance on KOST 103.5. “I love hanging with my littles ones. They’re so funny and they’re so cool and they’re only going to want me around for so long because they’re my kids and I know they’re going to be like me and be like, ‘Bye!’ Which I’m cool with, but I want to enjoy it for as long as I can.”
Keep reading for more moments of Kelly soaking in every one of her kids’ precious stages.
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.