Kelly Clarkson’s son surprised the audience with an unexpected performance of a Frank Sinatra classic, capturing hearts and stealing the spotlight

The Kelly Clarkson Show, viewers witnessed a heartwarming moment as Kelly Clarkson’s 8-year-old son, Remington (Remy), stole the spotlight with a soulful rendition of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.” With Clarkson’s live band providing the backdrop and the crowd—along with his big sister River, 10—cheering him on, Remy confidently sang, “I planned each charted course, each careful step along the byway…” bringing classic crooner vibes to the modern daytime stage.

Clarkson, beaming with pride, shared how the mini-performance came to be: “He just walked right in like a little professional and said, ‘Who do I talk to about singing my song?’ I was like, ‘Well, OK then, boss!’” she said with a laugh. “My kids keep life so fun—I’m obsessed with them.”

It’s not Remy’s first time around music, nor is it a family first. River, Clarkson’s daughter with ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, lent her vocals to the track “You Don’t Make Me Cry” on the deluxe edition of Clarkson’s 2023 album Chemistry. Clarkson previously shared that River’s contribution was spontaneous: “She came into the studio and said, ‘Can I sing?’ And my producer just let her take over the track. It was absolutely adorable.”

While both kids clearly have a natural talent for music, Clarkson insists she’s open to whatever path they choose. “I won’t push—but I won’t hold them back either,” she explained. “This industry’s tough, and I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t. But it’s also magical. If they fall in love with it, I get it. And if they want to be a scientist, a teacher, or a vet—I’m all in.”

She also reminisced about a concert earlier in 2023 where both kids joined her onstage. “It was pure magic. They looked at me like I was Thor,” she joked. “To have your children see you in that light—it’s a kind of joy you never forget.”