Kelly Clarkson And Meghan Trainor There was a surprise when Hoda Kotb recently swung by the set of The Kelly Clarkson Show and brought two fans with her – her two little daughters!
In one (n Instagram video Posted on Monday, the 59-year-old Today show You can see the moderator sneaking up on the unsuspecting Clarkson (42) and Trainor (30) – obviously engrossed in a conversation. With 7 year old Haley Joy And 4 year old Hope Catherine In tow, Kotb quietly walks toward the pop singers as the audience erupts in applause at the random appearance of another NBC personality.
The Kelly Clarkson Show And Today Both film at the famous 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City, so there will be a surprise crossover from time to time. The visit from Kotb’s two daughters – whom she shares with her ex-fiancé Joel Schiffman – of course makes the event all the more special.
“It’s such a cool building,” the “Since You Been Gone” singer tells the audience. “Random people will stop by.”
“We love it when friends come to visit! 🥰”, The Kelly Clarkson ShowOn his account, the video of the sweet meeting is captioned.
After the initial shock of the surprise wears off, the gang of ladies embrace – Clarkson opts for a side hug with Kotb because he has “makeup on my arm” – and Kotb waves emphatically to Clarkson’s studio audience while Trainor chats with Hope and Haley.
Before heading out, Kotb quickly snaps a photo of her girls with the two singers and kindly thanks Trainor and Clarkson for letting them visit during filming.
The episode featuring the “Dear Future Husband” singer aired on Monday, and although Kotb’s on-set cameo didn’t make the final cut, viewers were treated to a special version of “Kellyoke” featuring Trainor and Clarkson. In honor of the 10th anniversary of the release of Trainor’s hit song “All About That Bass,” the duo recreated the song to open the show.
The duet comes just a few days later ET spoke to American idol Judge Lionel Richie And Luke Bryanas well as hosts Ryan Seacrestwho named Clarkson and Trainor as two possible replacement options Katy Perry at the end of the current season.
“Not only did I think about it, I also took important notes. You know what I’m saying, Kelly, we’ve been together a long time,” Richie, 74, joked. “Kelly, if you have nothing else to do, I’d be happy to leave this out there. Big fan!”
Bryan, 47, and Seacrest, 49, shared that Trainor — who recently appeared on the show as a mentor — could very well be the one to fill the spot vacated by Perry, 39, in just a few weeks. The “Wide Awake” singer announced her departure in February after seven seasons.
“I think Meghan was always really fun. You know, that’s kind of their brand, having fun.” Bryan said. “[She’s] Really funny, definitely.
Seacrest agreed, saying, “She was very good. Meghan is also super talented and she has a great sense of humor. She’s fun and spontaneous.”
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