Kelly Clarkson might have started in a singing competition, but she has proven herself to be a force to reckon with. She has made herself affluent through her hard work and wise financial moves.
It can’t be denied that she is now experiencing immense success in the entertainment world. She’s known as a famous singer, songwriter, TV personality, actress, and author. So, how do these things make her net worth grow?
The Start of Kelly Clarkson’s Success
The now-40-year-old star’s first experience with singing was when she joined a choir in the middle school. She then performed in several school musicals and talent shows when she was in high school.
She then decided to focus on her musical career after her high school graduation. She made a demo reel and took different jobs to finance her recording sessions.
Though many showed interest and received a few offers, she turned them down, afraid that she would be stereotyped and commercialized.
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She then went to L.A. in 2001, believing there would be greater opportunities there. After experiencing being refused by every record label she approached and financial difficulties, she returned home.
She then auditioned for American Idol Season 1. She made it to the final round and won the grand prize that launched her career.
She was signed to RCA Records by Simon Fuller and debuted the single “A Moment Like This,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 and became the top-selling song in the U.S. in 2002.
The Release of Kelly Clarkson’s Successful Albums
Kelly Clarkson’s debut album, Thankful, dropped in 2003, earning double-platinum and received critics’ praise, thanks to her incredible vocals.
After seeking new management and cutting ties with Fuller, she released a new album, Breakaway. It didn’t only receive critical praise but also sold more than 12 million units worldwide, making it her most successful album financial-wise.
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She then started to tour from 2005 to 2006. It was followed by My December in 2007. Though it had a darker tone, far different from the mainstream sound RCA wanted, it was still well-received. However, it only sold 2.5 million units globally.
She then returned to making mainstream music with her next album, All I Ever Wanted, achieving commercial success. She also started a tour from 2009 to 2010.
Other albums she released are Stronger (2011), Wrapped in Red (2013), and Meaning of Life (2017).
Kelly Clarkson’s Other Ventures
Since her entertainment career started, Kelly Clarkson has been doing movies. Her first major role was in the 2003 movie From Justin to Kelly.
She also graced several TV shows, like The Voice and American Idol. She also has her own show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and lent her voice for the animated movies The Star and Trolls World Tour.
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In addition, she has a book deal with HarperCollins, and the first children's book she wrote was River Rose and Magical Lullaby in 2016. She also released River Rose and the Magical Christmas in 2017.
She promised to create more children’s books in the future.
With these works, Kelly Clarkson has amassed a $45 million net worth, per Celebrity Net Worth.
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