Kelly Clarkson treated fans to a heartwarming surprise during her Chemistry residency at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas — a live duet with her 9-year-old daughter, River Rose. The mother-daughter pair took the stage dressed in elegant gowns, performing a touching rendition of Clarkson’s upbeat hit “Heartbeat Song.”
This special duet took place during the penultimate night of Clarkson’s Vegas run and was clearly a highlight for both the audience and Clarkson herself. As the two locked eyes and sang together, their bond was unmistakable — full of joy, connection, and shared love for the music.
Clarkson revealed to the crowd that the song choice was all River Rose’s idea. “She’s loved this song since she was a baby,” Clarkson explained. “When I asked her what she wanted to sing on tour, she didn’t even hesitate.” River even chose her own outfit for the big moment and nailed soundcheck earlier that day, impressing her proud mom.
During the performance, River Rose confidently joined in on the verses and bridge, her sweet vocals blending with Clarkson’s powerhouse voice as the band dropped out to spotlight the tender moment. The performance video quickly went viral, racking up over 1.5 million views — and counting.
Fans flooded the comments with emotional reactions: “A memory she’ll never forget — singing on stage with her mom,” one viewer wrote. Another gushed, “A star is born! Kelly gave her daughter the wings to fly.”
And the sweet family moments didn’t end there. The next night, River Rose returned to the stage — this time joined by her younger brother, 7-year-old Remington Alexander, adding another layer of adorable to Clarkson’s already emotional finale.
Clarkson shares River and Remington with ex-husband and former manager Brandon Blackstock. The pair, married in 2013, finalized their divorce in 2022 after nearly nine years of marriage. Despite the challenges, Clarkson has remained open about co-parenting and cherishing her role as a mom.
“Heartbeat Song,” originally released as the lead single from Clarkson’s 2015 Piece by Piece album, marked a major success for the pop icon. Certified Platinum in the U.S., the track topped the Dance Club Songs chart and landed high placements on global charts — a fitting anthem for this unforgettable family moment.
