Kelly Clarkson, America’s pop sweetheart, has pushed pause on her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency to put her vocal health first.
At a Glance
- Kelly Clarkson has postponed the opening weekend of her new Las Vegas residency, “Studio Sessions,” at Caesars Palace.
- The announcement was made just hours before the first show on Friday, July 4, citing vocal strain from rehearsals.
- In a message to fans, Clarkson said she needed to rest to “protect myself from doing serious damage” to her voice.
- She has promised to return to the stage the following weekend.
A Last-Minute Postponement in Las Vegas
Just hours before she was set to take the stage, Kelly Clarkson announced the difficult decision to postpone the opening weekend of her brand-new Las Vegas residency. The pop superstar was scheduled to kick off her “Studio Sessions” residency with shows on Friday, July 4, and Saturday, July 5, at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
In a heartfelt post on her Instagram account, Clarkson explained the last-minute change of plans to her fans, expressing her devastation but emphasizing that her vocal health had to be her top priority.
A Voice Worth Protecting
Clarkson explained that the intense, around-the-clock preparations for the highly anticipated residency had taken a toll on her voice. “We have been working 24/7 to make Studio Sessions the most intimate and extraordinary experience,” she wrote. “The prep and rehearsals have taken a toll on my voice.”
“I want the shows to be perfect for y’all and I need to protect myself from doing serious damage,” she continued in the post, which was reported by The Hollywood Reporter. “So I am taking this weekend and next week to rest up so that we can deliver what you all deserve.”
A Promising Return
The residency, announced in February, is scheduled to run for 18 shows through mid-November. While the postponement was a disappointment for fans who had traveled to Las Vegas for the opening weekend, Clarkson assured them the setback was temporary.
“The show is truly incredible,” she wrote. “The musicians and singers are outstanding, and I want us all to start out strong.” She ended her message on a positive note, telling fans she “can’t wait to be back next weekend and show y’all what we’ve been working on.” Her decision to prioritize her health ensures that when the curtain does rise, the show will be delivered with the power and quality her fans expect.
