Instagram/Pink & Kelly Clarkson Celebrity Pink shuts down rumors she's replacing Kelly Clarkson as permanent host after her guest stint, as Clarkson steps away to focus on family. April 25, 2026 AceShowbiz - Pink recently addressed speculation about whether she plans to take over The Kelly Clarkson Show permanently. Fans have been curious following her guest-host stint, with rumors suggesting her week as host was an audition for the permanent role. However, Pink has set the record straight regarding these claims.