Despite its charm and appeal, insiders reveal a much less glamorous reality behind NBC’s ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’. From its launch in 2019, the show quickly won audiences’ hearts, thanks to its charismatic host, Kelly Clarkson, her intriguing interviews, and her memorable musical performances.
However, beneath the public eye, a number of staff members present a different picture, painting a disturbing image of overwork, inadequate compensation, and an unhealthy work atmosphere. These allegations come from industry veterans who were hopeful that the show would change the usual high-pressure environment of daytime TV.
A collective of 11 current and former employees have shared their experiences with Rolling Stone, maintaining anonymity for fear of backlash. Their testimonies paint a disheartening picture of the show’s working environment, which they describe as a toxic workplace.
According to insiders, the show’s producers are the source of the problem. One former staff member claims that Kelly is shielded from the extent of staff dissatisfaction by the show’s executive producer, Alex Duda.
Despite boasting impressive ratings and a growing audience, the show is now under scrutiny for its alleged mistreatment of staff. The Emmy Award-winning show, led by Duda, has been accused of fostering a toxic culture, from overworking employees to not addressing HR complaints effectively.
Interestingly, staff are convinced that Clarkson is oblivious to the severity of the situation. They believe that she would be shocked to learn about the challenges they face, including the need for some to take on additional jobs to cover their bills.
Furthermore, allegations have surfaced about the show’s failure to address the Writers Guild strike, which resulted in a halt of taping new episodes. Staff were assured that they would continue to receive pay during the strike.
The heart of the problem seems to lie with Duda, accused by former staff of creating a culture that results in bullying and intimidation. Employees allege that they have reported mistreatment to HR, but little to no action has been taken to improve the situation.
Despite the troubling allegations, the show’s upcoming season will be filmed in New York City. This move has further stirred up discontent among the LA-based crew and employees.
This isn’t the first time a popular daytime show has come under fire for its behind-the-scenes culture. Shows like ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’ and ‘Dr. Phil’ have previously faced similar allegations. Staff from ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ are now calling for an end to this cycle of misconduct.
As the controversy unfolds, the staff and industry insiders are hoping for a shift in the culture of the show and the wider daytime television industry. Whether this will happen remains to be seen.
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UPDATE: Following the release of this article, an NBCU spokesperson stated: “We are committed to a safe and respectful work environment and take workplace complaints very seriously…The Kelly Clarkson Show strives to build a safe, respectful and equitable workplace that nurtures a culture of inclusivity and creativity.”
