For fans of Kelly Clarkson, it might be hard to believe it’s been over two decades since this pop-rock legend high-noted her way into our lives and into our hearts. From American Idol to America’s sweetheart,

“American Idol” has a new champion. The long-running singing competition series crowned the winner of Season 23 on Sunday, after drawing 26 million fan votes, the most since the reality singing competition moved from Fox to ABC in 2018 after the first 15 seasons.

When it comes to finding love again, Kelly Clarkson says she's open to trying. However, the former American Idol winner says that she has no plans to put her quest to find what she calls her "unicorn moment" ahead of her kids.

The live finale of American Idol Season 23 begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on Sunday, May 18, and will run for three hours. Viewers will be able to cast their votes during the broadcast, and the winner will be announced by the end of the night at around 11 p.m. ET.

Despite rumors that she's planning to leave her talk show, Kelly Clarkson will soon have a brand-new gig on NBC.

American Idol has launched stars like Kelly Clarkson and current judge Carrie Underwood, but now contestants are sharing what it's like behind the scenes. After earning their golden or platinum tickets from judges Lionel Richie,