A music star is matching Ellen's ratings, and could soon take that top spot for good. The Kelly Clarkson Show currently airs after Ellen but has recently matched its long-running rival in terms of viewer numbers. DeGeneres actually owns the rights to her show, meaning she can't be replaced without creating a fresh format with a new host. A source said: "Kelly would likely get Ellen's time slots, but Telepictures will fight to keep them." Clarkson also admitted to being inspired by the likes of DeGeneres, Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 26, 2021 19:18 UTC