Let’s give it up for Kelly Clarkson, who’s been juggling a lot this year. The beloved singer and talk show host took a moment to thank her guests for being part of her show during what she described as a "challenging" time. With her recent split from husband Brandon Blackstock, Kelly has been navigating the emotional ups and downs of life in the spotlight. But she’s not letting it get her down, and she’s finding joy in the incredible people she’s met along the way.

Kelly Clarkson’s Heartfelt Message to Her Guests

On July 21, Kelly Clarkson took to Twitter to express her heartfelt appreciation for the guests who’ve joined her on her show this summer. In a candid post, she acknowledged the difficulties of the year, calling it "challenging, overwhelming, and sometimes it feels like hope is lost." But she went on to say that meeting incredible people who are making a difference in the world has kept her spirits up. "I’ve had the honor of meeting some incredible humans doing amazing things, keeping hope alive," she wrote. Her message was simple but powerful: "THANK YOU!"

Shout out 2 every single guest I’ve had while taping my show this summer. This year has been challenging, overwhelming & sometimes it feels like hope is lost BUT I have had the honor of meeting some incredible humans doing amazing things & keeping hope alive & I want 2 say THANK U😊
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— Kelly Clarkson (@kellyclarkson) July 22, 2020

Kelly’s Divorce and the Challenges She’s Faced

This message of gratitude comes just one month after Kelly filed for divorce from Brandon Blackstock. The split was reportedly due to "irreconcilable differences," and insiders say the couple simply "grew apart." Kelly, who’s 38, and Brandon, 43, have been through a lot together, but it seems their paths are heading in different directions. As one source told Closer Weekly, the two are very different people, and their lifestyles may have contributed to the breakdown of their marriage.

Insights Into the Marriage Strain

According to insiders, the couple’s issues stemmed from Kelly’s "over-the-top personality," her demanding work schedule, and her need to always be the center of attention. It’s no secret that Kelly’s career has taken off in recent years, and with that comes a lot of responsibility and time commitments. Interestingly, Brandon’s former stepmother, Reba McEntire, reportedly saw the divorce "coming from a mile away." Despite this, Reba has been supportive of Kelly’s decision, telling her she wishes her the best. "She’s anguished about it, but she’s not one to judge," the source explained.

Kelly Opens Up About Her Emotional Roller Coaster

Before filing for divorce, Kelly opened up about the struggles of balancing her career and family life. In an interview with Glamour UK, she described the past year as an "emotional roller coaster," particularly as a working parent. She admitted it’s been "really hard" juggling all her responsibilities, especially during a time when she’s had to take on even more. "It’s been exhausting, honestly," she confessed. "Cooking every meal, cleaning nonstop after toddlers and teenagers, and now everybody’s learning from home. So, everything has been crazy!"

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Focus on the Kids: Co-Parenting as a Priority

While Kelly and Brandon are moving forward with their separation, their number one priority remains their children, River, 6, and Remington, 4. According to sources, both Kelly and Brandon are committed to co-parenting and ensuring their kids feel loved and supported. Brandon, who also has two older children, Savannah and Seth, from a previous relationship, is determined to make the divorce process as smooth as possible for everyone involved. It’s reassuring to know that despite their differences, Kelly and Brandon are putting their kids first.