Kelly Clarkson Debuts New Short Haircut for Return to “The Voice”

The singer and television personality recently wowed fans with a striking new look as she returned to coaching on the upcoming season of “The Voice.” Clarkson revealed a chic, choppy bob styled in soft waves and a side part, a bold departure from her previously long, flowing hair.

In promotional footage for Season 29, Clarkson sports her fresh shoulder-length cut paired with a vibrant red lip and a stylish menswear-inspired ensemble of a button-up shirt and trousers. The change has sparked curiosity about whether her new hairstyle is permanent or a temporary styling choice, as she was last seen with her signature long locks during her recent Vegas residency.

Kelly Clarkson debuting bob on "The Voice" — Kelly Clarkson sports her new bob haircut in the promotional trailer for “The Voice.”

In the promo clip, Clarkson teases fans with the hint, “This time, we’ve got some tricks up our sleeve. Y’all get ready.” Following her departure after Season 23 in spring 2023, she decided to move to New York City with her children after her divorce from Brandon Blackstock.

She will balance filming her daytime talk show, “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” with her coaching duties on “The Voice,” which is set to feature a new format called “The Voice: Battle of Champions.” Clarkson’s fans and fellow coaches alike are excited about her return, with many expressing admiration for her revitalized look on social media.

Kelly Clarkson performing in Las Vegas — She performed in Las Vegas earlier this month, prior to her hairstyle change.

Coaches Adam Levine and John Legend will join Clarkson for the new season, which is scheduled to premiere this fall alongside other judges like Michael Bublé, Snoop Dogg, Niall Horan, and Reba McEntire.