Fact Check: Did Kelly Clarkson cut ties with every brand supporting LGBTQ+ causes?
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Rumors are swirling online that singer and talk show host Kelly Clarkson has cut ties with all brands supporting LGBTQ+ causes.
The claim gained traction following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah Valley University event on September 10. Let’s break down the facts.
Claim: Kelly Clarkson announced she’s cutting ties with every brand backing LGBTQ+ causes
A Facebook page called Latest News sparked controversy on September 21 by posting a bold claim, “NASCAR SHOCKWAVE: Kelly Clarkson just announced she’s cutting ties with every brand backing LGBTQ+ causes, a bombshell move tied to explosive revelations about Charlie Kirk’s assassin.”
The post, which linked to an article from a site called newtodayll.online, added, “The decision has ignited a fierce wave of outrage and debate, splitting fans and sponsors alike. Is Clarkson making a stand for truth… or sparking one of the most divisive controversies in sports and music history?”
Accompanying the post was a collage featuring Kelly Clarkson’s photo alongside the LGBTQ+ pride symbol. Within days, the comment section exploded with over 2,000 responses, as users fiercely debated the authenticity of the claim.
Some took the post at face value, with one writing: “She has every right to choose who/what she supports.”
Others were more sceptical. “No way this is true.. this is definitely AI,” one user speculated.
Another added, “She made a choice. Why is backlash anywhere? she made a dession of her beliefs, backlass because she doesnt agree with others...so what."
False, Kelly Clarkson did not announce cutting ties with LGBTQ+ brands
Although the viral social media posts never clarified what the so-called "explosive revelations" were, they frequently included links to unreliable websites.
These articles falsely claimed that Kelly Clarkson’s alleged decision to sever ties with LGBTQ+-supporting brands was a response to reports that Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, had a transgender roommate.
However, there is no credible evidence supporting any part of this claim. Clarkson has made no public statements about cutting ties with LGBTQ+ brands, and if the rumor were true, reputable entertainment outlets would have covered the story and interviewed those involved.
Searches on platforms like Google and DuckDuckGo reveal no legitimate news confirming these allegations. Like many misleading celebrity rumors linked to clickbait websites, this appears to be fabricated content, likely designed to generate ad revenue and boost social media engagement.
Additionally, when reviewing the website (newtodayll.online) shared in the Facebook post, further red flags appeared; the “About” section lacked basic contact information or a credible description. Instead, it featured a placeholder message, "This may be a good place to introduce yourself and your site or include some credits."
This lack of transparency further confirms that the article and the viral claim originated from an unauthentic and unreliable source, making it clear that the rumor is entirely false.
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