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Mint
13 hours ago
- Mint
Next vacation plan? A textile trail to explore historical weaves
Next Story Sujata Assomull Curated craft trails, immersive weaving and dyeing workshops offer travellers a deeper understanding of culture, heritage and slow luxury A weaver at work Gift this article This is the time of year when people look forward to travelling for leisure. While I am always more invested in all things fashion, my focus lately has shifted to more immersive travel. This is the time of year when people look forward to travelling for leisure. While I am always more invested in all things fashion, my focus lately has shifted to more immersive travel. In India, though, you don't have to choose between the two. The country's rich textile heritage allows you to combine your love for fashion with a meaningful travel experience. India makes 95% of handwoven textiles in the world. In other words, our weaving traditions are woven into the fabric of the Indian culture, offering journeys that are as enriching as they are beautiful. In the past, I have visited pashmina ateliers in Srinagar, Ajrakh printing centres in Jaisalmer, chikankari centres in Lucknow and sari weaving clusters in Kanchipuram—but those were usually quick detours during work trips or stolen moments on a holiday. Now, I want to go deeper. And it is easier than you might think. Homegrown boutique travel companies are now offering textile trails as part of their itineraries. One of them is Breakaway, founded by Shilpa Sharma, in 2011. Her textile trails span the country, from Gujarat and Rajasthan to Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Nagaland. 'Each region offers something distinct—whether it's the vibrancy of Ajrakh and bandhej, or the intricacy of weaving traditions tucked away in village clusters across the country," says Sharma, the co-founder of the crafts-focused brand Jaypore, and of Goa-based restaurant Mustard. Over the past few years, Sharma has observed a steady rise in interest for textile-focused travel. 'I think there's a larger cultural shift. We've seen that travellers are increasingly craving 'meaning', not just monuments. India's textile heritage offers a rich and tangible way to connect with memory, identity and place." Their trips typically last four to 10 days, making them easy to plan as long weekend getaways or shorter immersive escapes that don't require significant time commitments. For some locations, planning is necessary—Kashmir and Ladakh are best visited between May and September, while other regions are ideal in the cooler months between October and March. It's also worth noting that dyeing and printing activities slow down during the monsoon season. So, do keep seasonality in mind when you are planning a textile trail. Textile revivalist and curator Lavina Baldota is no stranger to the idea of textile trails. 'For me, these are generally study trips—to understand, evaluate and document," she says. While Baldota believes the interest in textile/loom tourism is on the rise, she points out that mainstream media, even travel-specific publications, aren't doing enough to give such experiences the coverage they deserve. 'Craft and textile tourism hold a lot of potential. Every year, there are enthusiasts who come to India specifically to explore textiles," she explains. Baldota says if more attention was given to how textile and travel are a natural fit—both for Indian and international visitors—it could become a powerful way to understand India's culture and heritage. The government could organise and promote such trips, and so could the fashion industry, Baldota suggests. A similar belief led former journalist and Kochi-based sociopreneur Ramesh Menon to launch Save the Loom, a movement born after the 2018 Kerala floods, which severely affected the weaving clusters around Kochi. An indigo dyeing workshop organised by One Zero Eight by Save the Loom 'The once-famous weaving town had faded from public memory as a centre of craft heritage," says Menon, the founder of One Zero Eight by Save the Loom, a concept store that collaborates with over 40 designers. 'I wished people had celebrated and preserved their traditional crafts—taking pride in showcasing them to the world. Just after the floods, an elderly couple flew in from Manhattan, New York. The wife, a hobby weaver, had read about our story and offered to volunteer. That moment made us realise we had an avenue to tell better stories," Menon says. From there, Menon began hosting regular programmes around weaving, ranging from three-hour workshops in handloom weaving and natural dyeing to one-day deep dives showcasing the entire process of yarn processing, dyeing, winding, warping, weaving, and visits to home weavers and women-led cooperatives. These evolved into bespoke travel experiences, culminating in seven- to 21-day immersive tours across states. 'Though our primary focus is weaving, we also include other traditional craft experiences, museum visits, and 'look-and-learn' modules," Menon says. 'Even watching a Kathakali make-up session can be part of the itinerary." What stands out to him is the diversity of travellers who sign up. 'There's growing interest from young Indians who want to experience and learn. On the international side, it's often 'silver tourists'—older travellers with a passion for art, design and craftsmanship," he says. 'We've had couples gift each other weaving workshops for anniversaries, friends gifting trips for birthdays, and professionals from completely different fields who simply want to understand the intricacies of Indian weaving," he explains. Menon believes the next step forward is for textile-driven fashion brands and retail stores to begin curating these kinds of journeys for their consumers. 'The fashion and retail industry can play a huge role. The 'Handmade in India' story is our biggest asset. Positioning it within the realm of high-end luxury—through loom tourism and by opening up ateliers and production units—will showcase our craftsmanship and ways of making," he explains. It can also help bring more depth, credibility and capital to India's growing influence in global fashion. 'At a time when the world seeks transparency and sustainability, when brands are being held accountable, and when we want to elevate traditional artisans globally, curating experiences around textile traditions is the most authentic way to claim our space in the luxury conversation," says Menon. Perhaps it is time the fashion industry started thinking of clothing not just as product but as a journey. Pairing craft with travel may well be the most powerful way to keep India's story, and its profound influence on global material culture alive and thriving. Dress Sense is a monthly column on the clothes we wear every day. Sujata Assomull is a journalist, author and mindful fashion advocate. Also read: Why this is the season to stop shopping Topics You May Be Interested In Catch all the Business News, Market News, Breaking News Events and Latest News Updates on Live Mint. Download The Mint News App to get Daily Market Updates.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Guide: The outdoor concerts, festivals happening around Minnesota this summer
Guide: The outdoor concerts, festivals happening around Minnesota this summer originally appeared on Bring Me The News. Whether you're digging for free concerts in the park or big multi-day festivals with splashy names, summer is the season of outdoor concerts. Here's where you'll find some of the best festivals and outdoor concert series around Minnesota and western Wisconsin this summer. When: Select dates from May 18 to Oct. 5 at The Hewing Hotel in Minneapolis Who is playing: Dylan Salfer, Erik Koskinen and Molly Maher, Tina Schlieske, Shoeless Revolution, Martin Zellar, The Scarlet Goodbye, Nur-D, Jeremy Messersmith, Turn Turn Turn, Abbasolutely Fab!, The Ocean Blue, The New Standards, Swag, Dessa, and Davina & the Vagabonds What you need to know: The shows take place on the hotel's rooftop, and each show is ticketed. Click here for more When: Various dates beginning May 22 at Canterbury Park in Shakopee Who is playing: The Beach Boys, "Celebrating Meat Loaf," Theory of a Deadman, Killer Queen, Blue Öyster Cult, Three Dog Night, Billy Bob Thornton & the Boxmasters What you need to know: The race track in Shakopee has an outdoor concert space where you can catch some throwbacks throughout the summer. Click here for me When: Various dates from May 29 to Aug. 23 at Surly Brewing in Minneapolis Who is playing: CAAMP, Dispatch, Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, Sierra Ferrell, Gregory Alan Isakov, and Charley Crockett What you need to know: The concerts at Surly Brewing Festival Field are all individually ticketed. Parking can get a little messy, so it's usually worth getting out there early or taking public transportation. Click here for more When: June 6–7 at Allianz Field Festival Grounds in St. Paul Who is playing: Tiësto, Alison Wonderland, John Summit, Kream, Mojave Grey, Cassian, Disco Lines, and more What you need to know: The EDM festival, which hosts events around the country, is back in the parking lot outside Allianz Field for a second year with a mix of splashy national acts and local DJs. Click here for June 6–7 in Cadott, Wis. Who is playing: Marshmello, Rezz, Liquid Stranger, RL Grime, Inzo, Mersiv, Peekaboo, Flux Pavilion, A Hundred Drums, and more What to know: Force Fields, a new festival this summer, takes place the same weekend as Breakaway; EDM lovers will need to make a choice between the two fests. Click here for more When: June 11–14 at Wagon Wheel Ridge in Karlstad Who is playing: Little Big Town, Tyler Hubbard, Eli Young Band, Cayce Beckham, Michael Ray, Chris Hawkey, Ace Frehley, Ron Keel Band, and more What you need to know: The country music festival (which also has a set from KISS' Ace Frehley) offers camping options as well as fest passes. Click here for more When: Most Thursdays from June 12 to Aug. 14 at Mears Park in St. Paul Who is playing: Flamin' Oh's, The New Standards, Dr. Mambo's Combo, Dan Rodriguez, Annie and the Bang Bang, Turn Turn Turn, Salsa del Soul, Kiss the Tiger, and Yam Haus What you need to know: The (almost) weekly concerts are free to attend and all start at 6 p.m. Each show has an opener in addition to the groups listed above. You'll also find local beers and wines as well as food trucks lined up around the park. Click here for more When: Most Thursdays from June 12–Aug. 21 at Downtown Park in Hopkins Who is playing: Katy Tessman and the Turnbuckels, Zacc Harris, Tripple Fiddle, Trapper Schoepp, Annie Mack, Westwind Big Band, Salsa del Soul, Power of 10, Elska What you need to know: The annual series offers free shows in Hopkins at 7 p.m. most Thursdays throughout the summer. Click here for more When: Most Fridays from June 13–Aug. 8 at the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley Who is playing: Nur-D, The Big Wu, Davina and the Vagabonds, The Cactus Blossoms, Bad Bad Hats, Wookiefoot, Cloud Cult, Sweet & Tender Hooligans, and more What you need to know: All of the concerts are 18+ with no exceptions. Be sure to look at the unique way the shows are set up before heading out or you might miss the groups you most want to see. Click here for more When: June 13 and Sept. 7 at Mystic Amphitheater in Prior Lake Who is playing: Whiskey Myers, The Doobie Brothers with Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band What you need to know: The amphitheater is the outdoor venue at Mystic Lake Casino. It's just got a couple of shows on the calendar right now. Click here for more When: June 14 at Pryes Brewing in Minneapolis Who is playing: Kiss the Tiger, Nathan Graham, Mary Bue, Roe Family Singers, The Shackletons, Of the Orchard, and more What you need to know: The brewery's eighth annual block party will also have pizzas and beers available. Plus, it's free. Click here for more When: June 14–15 at West River Parkway in Minneapolis Who is playing: Leslie Rich and the Rocket Soul Choir, The Right Here, ELOUR, Unattractive Giant Monster, The Walker Brothers, Willows, Dan Israel, Shug E, John Magnuson Trio, and more What you need to know: The festival is moving to the west side of the Mississippi River this year. The main attraction at the festival is an expansive artist market and lots of food around the park. Click here for more When: June 19–21 in Winsted Who is playing: Jordan Davis, Thomas Rhett, Scotty McCreery, Dustin Lynch, LOCASH, Ashley Cooke, and more What you need to know: The fest is popular. As far back as November, the festival announced that VIP tickets were sold out, as well as spots in campgrounds A, B, C, and D. So, get a move on. Click here for more When: June 20–21 in Eau Claire, Wis. Who is playing: Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Black Crowes, Live, Collective Soul, Gavin DeGraw, Everclear, Rick Springfield, The Marshall Tucker Band, and more What you need to know: Summer Jam is a new festival in western Wisconsin that has billed itself as genre agnostic. (Though, it seems like it has a pretty clear focus to me.) Click here for more When: Various dates from June 20 to Aug. 16 Who is playing: Halsey, Parkway Drive, Killswitch Engage, I Prevail, Beartooth, $uicideboy$, Hardy What to know: The Somerset Amphitheater has just four events on the calendar at the time of publication. That includes just one festival-style show: The Summer of Loud, which will put eight metal groups on the stage throughout the day on July 11. Click here for more When: June 20–21 at various places around St. Paul Who is playing: Emmet Cohen Trio, Catherine Russell and Sean Mason, L.A. Buckner and BiG HOMiE, Charlie Bruber & Jack Barrett, Debbit Briggs Vintage Jazz, Nicolas David, Abinet Berhanu's Ahndenet, Travis Anderson Trio, Robert Lehmann & Toby Ramaswamy, Room3, Larry McDonough Quartet, Steve Kenny Quintet, and more What you need to know: The sprawling jazz festival takes place all around town, with the main stage set up at Mears Park in St. Paul. Shows in the festival are free to attend, with a few exceptions. Click here for more When: June 26–28 at The Pines in Eau Claire, Wis. Who is playing: Pert Near Sandstone, Greensky Bluegrass, Warren Haynes Band, Margo Price, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, Sam Bush Band, Molly Tuttle, Charlie Parr, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Amigo the Devil, and more What you need to know: As of May 20, the festival is 90% sold out. The fest also features activities like yoga, art displays, music workshops, outdoor activities around Eau Claire, and more. Click here for more When: June 26–28 in Cadott, Wis. Who is playing: Brooks & Dunn, Lainey Wilson, Riley Green, Chris Young, Corey Kent, Chris Lane, Tyler Hubbard, Niko Moon, Gretchen Wilson, Ella Langley, Michael Ray, and more What you need to know: Hoofbeat may sound new, but it's the new name for the long-running Country Fest, which announced a rebrand last summer. The three-day fest offers camping and one-day tickets if there's a headliner you're particularly keen on catching. Click here for more When: July 5–6 in Downtown Minneapolis Who is playing: Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Ludacris, Cheap Trick, Nur-D, and more What you need to know: The Taste is still happening in Downtown Minneapolis with loads of vendors, food, and places to grab a refreshment. It's also free. Click here for more When: Wednesdays from July 9 to Aug. 20 at The Cedar Plaza outside The Cedar Cultural Center in Minneapolis Who is playing: Sinkane, Yeison Landero, Abinnet Berhanu's Ahndenet አንድነት feat. Genet Abate, The Buddha Prince, Combo Daguerre, The Burroughs, Ukrainian Village Band What you need to know: The free outdoor concert series takes place most Wednesdays during its run, with shows lasting from 6–8 p.m. Click here for more When: July 10–13 in Lutsen Who is playing: The Honeydogs, Wild Horses, Rogue Valley, Stonebridge Singers, Jeremy Messersmith, Molly Dean, Turn Turn Turn, The Scarlet Goodbye, and more What you need to know: The fourth installment of Lutsong takes place overlooking Lake Superior. It includes a vendor village and plenty of food and drinks. As a bonus, kids under 12 get in for free. Click here for more When: July 11–12 in Hutchinson Who is playing: Gear Daddies, Wild Horses, Michael Shynes, Goldpine, Hawthorne Oachs, The Orange Goodness, and more What you need to know: The 17th installment of RiverSong continues to focus on Minnesota-connected performers. It also offers food and drinks, camping, and more. Click here for more When: July 11–12 at Lakefront Park in Prior Lake Who is playing: Foreigner, Miranda Lambert, 38 Special, Loverboy, Randy Houser, Dillon Carmichael What you need to know: The Lakefront Music Fest is split into a classic rock day and a country music day, with Foreigner headlining the former and Miranda Lambert at the top of the bill for the latter. Click here for more When: July 13, 20, 27, Aug. 3, and 10 at Mayo Park in Rochester Who is playing: Blind Melon, Caylee Hammack, the Wailin' Jennys, Tone Loc, Hoobastank, and more What you need to know: The free concert series has been running for more than three decades and brings in a combination of nationally-known artists and local musicians. Click here for more When: July 17–19 in Eau Claire, Wis. Who is playing: Bailey Zimmerman, Cole Swindell, Sam Hunt, Chase Rice, Dylan Scott, Jake Owen, David Lee Murphy, Sara Evans, Craig Morgan, and more What you need to know: The long-running fest offers camping across its three days of country music. Click here for more When: July 17–19 in Cadott, Wis. Who is playing: Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Bad Omens, Knocked Loose, Slaughter to Prevail, Architects, Marilyn Manson, In This Moment, Yelawolf, Three Days Grace, Ja Rule, Poppy, Mushroomhead, Taproot, Dry Kill Logic, and more What you need to know: Rock Fest is a sweeping event with more than 80 bands over its three-day run. It's got some long days, and a lot of people will be camping out. Click here for more When: July 17–19 in Walker Who is playing: Johnny O'Neil, Centerville All Stars, Sugar Buzz, and more. What you need to know: While Moondance has had more eye-catching lineups, we're glad to see that it's happening. Last year, the festival canceled headliners like Creed, Kansas, and Blue Öyster Cult, citing the "present economic climate" for the last-minute change of plans. Click here for more When: July 18–20 at Harriet Island in St. Paul Who is playing: Hozier, Alabama Shakes, Fall Out Boy, Weezer, Green Day, Sublime, Train, Sheryl Crow, Father John Misty, Remi Wolf, O.A.R., Motion City Soundtrack, Silversun Pickups, 311, Garbage, Blind Melon, Beach Bunny, The Beaches, and more. What you need to know: For its second year, the Minnesota Yacht Club Festival is going a little bigger. It has expanded to two days and has a more alluring lineup that skews (slightly) younger than last year's lineup. Tickets are already in short supply. Click here for more When: July 20 and Aug. 7 at Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis Who is playing: Railroad Earth and Yonder Mountain String Band, The Jayhawks, and The BoDeans What you need to know: At this time, Utepils has announced just three concerts in its outdoor concert series for the summer. Each event is ticketed separately. Click here for more When: July 25–27 in Franklin Who is playing: Annika Wolfe, Antenes, Anthony Linell, Border One, Erik Luebs, Eris Drew, Furtive, Justin Aulis Long, Centrific, Dustin Zahn, Lonefront, Marijuana Death Squads, and more What you need to know: The EDM festival is like a well-kept secret in the state, drawing people from around the country for its thoughtful curation and deep roster of talent. Click here for more When: July 25–26 at Treasure Island Amphitheater in Welch Who is playing: Shakey Graves, Soul Asylum, Shane Smith & the Saints, Charlie Parr, Wild Horses, Mason Jennings, and more What you need to know: It's the second year of Treasure Island's festival, with the option of buying two-day tickets or single-day passes. Click here for more When: Aug. 7–9 in Detroit Lakes Who is playing: Hardy, Jon Pardi, Cody Johnson, Ashley McBryde, Treat Oak Revival, Megan Moroney, Gavin Adcock, Kip Moore, Ian Munsick, and more What you need to know: Many of the VIP tickets are already sold out. Though it did release a few extra tickets at some levels in May. Click here for more When: Aug. 8-10 in Duluth Who is playing: Ana Popovic, Tommy Castro & the Pain Killers, Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers, John Németh, Sugaray Rayford, Nick Moss Band, and more What you need to know: Kids 12 and under get in free, and there will be plenty of food and drink options. Click here for more When: Aug. 8–10 at Harriet Island in St. Paul Who is playing: Talisk, Gaelic Storm, Emma Langford, Ally the Piper, The Diddley Idols, and more What you need to know: The annual festival is a family-friendly affair with live music and lots more. Click here for more When: Aug. 15–16 at The Pines in Eau Claire, Wis. Who is playing: The String Cheese Incident with The Del McCoury Band and STS9 What you need to know: It's two days of the beloved jam band in the woods outside Eau Claire. All tickets to the outdoor shows include two nights of music and three nights of unreserved tent campground space. Click here for more When: Aug. 21–Sept. 1 at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Who is playing: Old Dominion, Meghan Trainor, Atmosphere & Friends, Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls, The Turtles, Def Leppard, Hank Williams Jr., Steve Miller Band, and The Avett Brothers What you need to know: It's the State Fair. You probably know it all, but tickets to the Grandstand shows do not include admission to the fair or that bucket of cookies you're inevitably going to buy. Moreover, in addition to the grandstand shows, there will be plenty of other live music around the state fair. Click here for more. When: Sept. 6 in Grand Rapids Who is playing: Courtney Barnett, Margo Price, Jeremie Albino, and Alan Sparhawk What you need to know: The concert takes place along the banks of the Mississippi River, right in downtown Grand Rapids. Click here for more When: Sept. 20 at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis Who is playing: Willie Nelson & Family, Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds, Trampled by Turtles, Eric Burton of Black Pumas, Waxahatchee, Jesse Welles, Billy Strings, and more What you need to know: For the first time in its 40-year history, Farm Aid will come to Minnesota. Willie Nelson's annual benefit supports "family farmers, good food, soil and water, and strong communities. Click here for more When: Sept. 25–28 at Prairie Island Campground in Winona Who is playing: TBA What you need to know: No lineup has been announced yet, but the festival has previously drawn folk acts like Charlie Parr and Pert Near Sandstone. Click here for moreThis story was originally reported by Bring Me The News on Jun 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
Miami Herald
13-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Norwegian Cruise Line passengers are cashing in as demand drops
Norwegian Cruise Line recently revealed that it's facing a concerning trend in traveler behavior that's led to a slowdown in cruise bookings in one typically high-demand region. The cruise line's leadership team attributes the trend to economic uncertainty, which seems to be leading Americans to forego long-haul trips this year. Related: Cruise industry bracing for fight with beloved destination Although Norwegian reports that bookings have been mostly steady for cruises departing from common U.S. ports, the cruise line has experienced what it refers to as "choppiness" when it comes to bookings for cruises in one sought-after travel region that's not so close to home. Norwegian is sailing multiple ships to bucket-list destinations in the region this summer, and to help drive bookings for those upcoming cruises, the cruise line has started making some significant price cuts. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter to save money on your next (or your first) cruise. If you've been dreaming of a summer cruise in the Mediterranean, now may be an ideal time to book with Norwegian Cruise Line. A slowdown in bookings for this summer's season of Europe cruises has led the cruise line to launch some limited-time discounts on cruise fares for select itineraries. Some passengers who already booked their summer Mediterranean cruises at higher prices have even been able to reprice their cruises, upgrade their cabins, and/or get onboard or future cruise credits simply by contacting the cruise line about the price drop. Related: Norwegian Cruise Line faces troubling trend "We sail in August on Breakaway and had booked an inside cabin. Checked on Monday and price had gone down ~£200 for the both of us. Checked today and another reduction. Emailed our [cruise consultant] and we're now in a balcony and paying £90 less than our original deal - and have 3 extra specialty dining credits each too," RassilonGallifrey recently shared in the NCL community on Reddit. Other cruisers chimed in on the thread to report that they've also been able to contact the cruise line and reprice their cruises. "I called my [personal cruise consultant] and the price of my cruise went down by $820. I was pleasantly surprised," Ok-Negotiation-7281 wrote. Be the first to see the best deals on cruises, special sailings, and more. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter. One cruiser noted that keeping an eye on their cruise price has paid off multiple times. "I literally check every day when I have a cruise booked. My upcoming August cruise went down about 4 times since I booked it. Saved me a good amount of money. If you see a price drop jump on it immediately, it could change again the next day," Rope-Fuzzy pointed out. And watching the price of your booked cruise doesn't just pay off for Europe cruises, as another cruiser's recent experience reveals. Upcoming Alaska cruises are currently showing some discounts, too. Related: Norwegian Cruise Line quietly stops sailing in one popular region "Oh, the call to price check can be so worth it. We have a large 2-bedroom family suite for our Alaska cruise next week and thanks to giving NCL a call few weeks ago, we are getting a C$4,327.94 [future] cruise credit. Not too shabby," SpeedyBurnabite shared. If you have a Europe or Alaska cruise booked with Norwegian this summer, you may want to contact your travel agent or your NCL personal cruise consultant to ask about any options that may be available to you. Even if you've already made your final payment, you may be able to get a future cruise credit like SpeedyBurnabite did. (The Arena Group will earn a commission if you book a cruise.) Make a free appointment with Come Cruise With Me's Travel Agent Partner, Postcard Travel, or email Amy Post at amypost@ or call or text her at 386-383-2472. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kelly Clarkson Seemingly Shades Ex Brandon Blackstock in Rare Comment About Coparenting Dynamic
Kelly Clarkson seemingly shaded her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, in a rare comment while voicing her frustrations about their coparenting dynamic. The 'Breakaway' singer, 42, spoke about the guilt she feels when she has to leave her kids for work or miss school events to Kylie Kelce during the Thursday, March 27, episode of her 'Not Gonna Lie' podcast. "It's funny though how different it is because even from a young age, like we didn't teach them [that]," Kelly, who shares two kids, 8-year-old Remy and 10-year-old River, with her ex, 48, explained. "Just innately, you're like, 'He's allowed to be somewhere, but you're not.' Like, that is real interesting." Kelly got real about the situation, adding, "There's a lot that I keep in because … coparenting is fun. It's like, 'Oh, he couldn't come because this,' and I'm like, 'Okay, cool.' Do you think I just leave and just sit in the park all day?" Kelly and Brandon were married for almost seven years before the American Idol alum filed for divorce in June 2020. Although Kelly was the one to initiate the legal filing, a source told Life & Style that she was having trouble adjusting to single life post-divorce. 'She's finding her divorce more difficult to deal with than she anticipated,' the insider said in July 2020. 'Kelly thought that moving forward with the divorce the right thing to do at the time, but now that Brandon has filed documents responding to her petition, she's having some regrets.' The source added that Kelly was 'trying to keep herself busy with work and writing music,' but it wasn't 'enough to take her mind off things. It doesn't help that the divorce is happening during a pandemic — it's preventing her from seeing her friends in person and going out. She feels so alone and relies on social media comments from fans to cheer her up.' Things continued to get tense between the former couple as a legal battle ensued. Kelly and Brandon were declared legally single in 2021, however, the divorce wasn't finalized until a year later in March 2022. The three-time Grammy winner was ordered to pay her ex a one-time payment of $1.3 million, along with $200,000 a month in spousal and child support until January 2024. As a part of their agreement, Kelly was granted primary custody of their children, while Brandon was given custody one weekend every month. The Kelly Clarkson Show host shared how she approached honesty with her children about the divorce, turning it into a valuable learning experience. "I think the most important thing I've learned in therapy, especially through this divorce, is 'Don't hide everything from your kids.' Obviously, don't talk about stuff that you shouldn't talk about, but it's okay if they see you cry, or it's okay if they see you've had a bad day," she told Variety in September 2022. She continued. "You start to feel that kind of shame, like, 'I've got to put my best foot forward as a mom because I don't want them to be affected.' But then you allow your kids to express empathy, and they learn how to say, 'Oh, man, I'm sorry you had a hard day.'"
Fox News
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Kelly Clarkson confesses she's ‘lost' a lot as she returns to talk show after mysterious absence
Kelly Clarkson returned to her talk show with a cryptic message after an unexplained absence. While the "Since U Been Gone" singer marked a major milestone Thursday with her 1,000th episode of "The Kelly Clarkson Show," she admitted to her fans that she has "lost" a lot of things thorughout the duration of the program. "I cannot believe today marks the 1,000th. It's crazy," she greeted a roaring crowd. "We have met some hugely talented people, tons of big stars and inspiring everyday heroes." "For 1,000 episodes, we have laughed together, we have cried together with beautiful stories, sang together with some people, danced together, celebrated and competed together," Clarkson shared. "I've lost, alone, a lot," she said, but didn't explain what she was referring to. Her fans were heard sympathizing with her, saying, "Aww" in the background, as Clarkson replied, "It's OK." She appeared to shrug off her vulnerable comment. The "Miss Independent" crooner reflected on how, during the five-year journey of her show, she and her crew and audience have "created a community and supported each other through a lot of ups and downs." "A lot of ups and downs personally as well," she emphasized, as she appeared to reference her own life. "And along the way, we found comfort in one another. . . ." Clarkson remarked. "I am grateful to everyone who has been a part of this journey. It has been such a cool time." The former "The Voice" coach debuted her talk show on Sept. 9, 2019. The exact cause of her extended absence from her show this month remains unclear. She was absent for nearly two weeks while a variety of celebrities acted as guest hosts, and she returned March 18 only to have another guest host take her place the following day. For the March 20 episode, her 1,000th, she returned, and is set to host on March 21 as well. Reps for Clarkson did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Clarkson's 1,000th episode comes after she's endured a tumultuous few years, as she navigated a highly publicized divorce from her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock. The aftermath of their messy split included a bitter battle over finances and custody of their children. In 2020, Clarkson filed for divorce from Blackstock, who also served as her manager. Clarkson earned a legal victory in 2023 when a California labor commissioner ruled that Blackstock must pay the "Breakaway" singer $2,641,374 for overstepping in his managerial role and "unlawfully" procuring deals, according to court docs obtained by Fox News Digital. During the time Blackstock was her manager, he made deals that her agent should have handled instead. The former "American Idol" winner's ex was ordered to pay Clarkson more than $2.6 million for the fees he collected from contracted deals with "The Voice," Billboard Music Awards, "The Kelly Clarkson Show," Norwegian Cruise Line and more. The two were married in 2013, but they had known each other previously as Blackstock's father, Narvel Blackstock, owns the music management company that represented Clarkson beginning in 2007. The divorce was settled in 2022, with Clarkson receiving primary physical custody of their two children, River and Remington, while still paying their father $45,000 a month in child support.
