MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – A Fox News anchor is apologizing to the original American Idol.
Fox News' Chris Wallace made comments about Kelly Clarkson's weight on a radio show recently.
Wallace and host Mike Gallagher started commenting on Clarkson's size, with Wallace saying she should stay off the deep dish pizza for a while.
Social media blew up as fans rushed to defend Clarkson, who recently had a baby.
Wallace said in his apology:
"I sincerely apologize to Kelly Clarkson for my offensive comment. I admire her remarkable talent and that should have been the focus of any discussion about her."
Fox News Anchor Apologizes For Comments About Kelly Clarkson's Weight
/ CBS Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – A Fox News anchor is apologizing to the original American Idol.
Fox News' Chris Wallace made comments about Kelly Clarkson's weight on a radio show recently.
Wallace and host Mike Gallagher started commenting on Clarkson's size, with Wallace saying she should stay off the deep dish pizza for a while.
Social media blew up as fans rushed to defend Clarkson, who recently had a baby.
Wallace said in his apology:
"I sincerely apologize to Kelly Clarkson for my offensive comment. I admire her remarkable talent and that should have been the focus of any discussion about her."
Featured Local Savings
CBS News Minnesota
Dallas megachurch pastor Robert Jeffress backs livestream of Fort Hood shooter's execution
Residents surprised by massive fireworks show at M&T Bank Stadium
One of the best new restaurants of 2026 is in Ohio, according to Yelp
Imam pushes back against Twin Cities police tying violence to Somali American gangs
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey to nominate Interim Chief Bill Peterson as city's next police chief
Broncos players react to Head Coach's offensive announcement
West Virginia University places fraternity on interim suspension after hazing allegations
Minneapolis school officials seek pause on closure plans