Kelly Clarkson gave fans a night to remember during her Las Vegas residency when she invited her two children—River Rose (11) and Remington “Remi” Alexander (9)—to join her on stage for a lively, joy-filled performance of her smash hit “Since U Been Gone.”
The moment unfolded on Saturday, July 26, and quickly spread online after a fan posted the adorable clip to TikTok. As Kelly belted out the opening, she beamed at the crowd and waved her kids over with an enthusiastic, “Come on!”
River Rose stepped up to the mic with all the confidence in the world, nailing the chorus like a seasoned performer, while Remi stole the spotlight with carefree dancing that radiated pure happiness. Together, the three turned the stage into a celebration of family, fun, and music.
This wasn’t just a performance — it was a memory in the making, one that perfectly captured Kelly’s love of sharing her stage with the people closest to her. Fans have seen this before: earlier in her Chemistry: An Intimate Night With Kelly Clarkson residency, River joined her mom for a sweet rendition of “Heartbeat Song,” even donning a matching outfit. Each time, Kelly’s bond with her kids shines through, and audiences can’t help but fall in love with those family-first moments.
But Clarkson’s residency isn’t only about playful singalongs. She also opens up about her journey, especially when it comes to deeply personal songs like “Piece By Piece.” Addressing why it’s no longer in her setlist, she told the audience: “People ask, ‘Why isn’t it in the set?’ And I’m like… have you listened to the lyrics?” After her divorce, the song took on a different meaning, so she reimagined it—turning it into an anthem of healing and self-discovery. Fans have connected strongly with that evolution, praising her vulnerability and strength.
Of course, Kelly being Kelly, she never lets the heavy moments linger too long without humor. At one show, she had the crowd roaring with laughter as she poked fun at herself while dealing with the Vegas heat and a wardrobe hiccup:
“I have these pastie things on underneath. I’m so hot … is this the change? You might see boobs, y’all!”
That balance of honesty, laughter, and heartfelt connection is what makes Kelly Clarkson so beloved. And now, with River and Remi by her side, her shows feel more personal than ever—a beautiful blend of superstar talent and down-to-earth motherhood.
