Kelly Clarkson Explains Her Name Change, Says It's 'Too Late' to Go by Kelly Brianne

Coronation Street actor Bill Roache has admitted he “really fancied” the Queen when he met her.The star, who is best known for playing Ken Barlow in the soap, also shared how he had gone on to meet the royal eight times over the years. Bill, who is set to turn 90 next week, first met the Queen, 95, during his younger years in the army, before his rise to fame in the ITV series.Speaking about their first encounter in a TV documentary, the actor said: “I’ve met the Queen eight times.”“I first met her when I was 21 and I was in the Army and we had the day with her which was very nice.“I really fancied her! I don’t know if that’s heresy but she was very attractive.”The soap actor spilled all about meeting the Queen in his new ITV documentary, Happy Birthday Bill, which celebrates his ninth decade around the sun. Bill, who will celebrate his birthday on April 25, also has “no intention of retiring”. He explained: “People will say when are you retiring? Are you going to take a break? But then what happens?“Whilst I can do it, and whilst they will have me, I have no intention of retiring. “I am so fortunate to work for an organisation that is happy to have me.”Bill has been a part of Corrie since the series first aired in 1960.His character Ken was involved in some major storylines a couple of years ago when the show celebrated an impressive 60 years of being on our screens. Heartbreaker Ken has notably been married three times, even reuniting with first on-screen wife Valerie Tatlock (Anne Reid) 50 years later, and well after she had left the show. Incredibly, Bill is in the Guinness World Records as the longest-serving television star in a continuous role.A young Bill joined the British Army and was commissioned into the

Instagram to respond after Love Actually star and family friend Martin McCutcheon revealed she's unable to attend The Wanted star's funeral today.The mother-of-two reacted after Martine posted a sweet picture of her and Tom sharing an embrace alongside an emotional message.In view of her 509,000 followers, Martine took to her Instagram stories to issue a heartfelt apology to Kelsey for not being able to attend Tom's funeral.The actress wrote: "@being_kelsey @tomparkerofficial I will be thinking of you both so much tomorrow and I'm so sorry I can't be with you to celebrate the most amazing life, love and legacy."You are and will be forever in my thoughts and if you ever need anything just holler."She went on: "Sending you all the love and strength in the world."I know tomorrow will be like nothing else," she finished, alongside a series of star and heart emojis.Martine included a snap of her and Tom hugging, while the actress could be seen smiling over his shoulder.Kelsey went on to share Maritne's apology with her own 262,000 followers.She replied: "God bless you sweetheart x."Tom's funeral is set to take place this morning and Kelsey previously shared details encouraging his fans to line the route to the church for a last goodbye.Kelsey said in an earlier statement: "Thomas Anthony Parker.There will be a private celebration of life on Wednesday 20th April.“We know many of you would like to pay your respects as well, so would love for you to join us in Petts Wood from 10am."Kelsey went on: "It would be beautiful to have everyone line the route as we head to our private service.“You are then welcome to join us outside the church for the duration where the service will be relayed on screens," she added.The much-loved boy

Anne Hathaway could moonlight as a karaoke lounge singer if the acting thing fizzles out. The "WeCrashed" star, 39, proved her pipes when she made an appearance on "The Kelly Clarkson Show" Tuesday and beat the "American Idol" winner at her own game of "Sing That Name That Tune" by performing part of one of Clarkson’s big hits. It all started when Hathaway jumped out to a 3-0 lead on Clarkson and the talk show host hilariously tried to get Matt Iseman and her band to "play a fricking song I'll know." On came Clarkson’s 2004 smash "Since U Been Gone." Within seconds, Hathaway stepped up to the center podium and let her voice rip, singing the song’s chorus to the live studio audience.

Kelly Clarkson sparked a huge reaction from her fans after she collapsed during her daytime talk show on Tuesday.MORE: Kelly Clarkson sets record straight amid claims she plans to change her nameThe Kelly Clarkson Show host was left faceplanting the floor after being upstaged by Anne Hathaway during a rendition of Sing That Name That Tune, which sees Kelly and her celebrity guests go head-to-head to identify and then perform songs after hearing only a few chords.WATCH: Kelly Clarkson collapses after Anne Hathaway upstages herAlready losing the first few rounds to the WeCrashed star, Kelly was told by comedian and game host Matt Iseman to "start stepping up your game,” after which she begged him to "play a freaking song I'll know".Despite her request being granted and the band launching into her 2004 hit Since U Been Gone, Anne was just too quick for Kelly and was the first to figure out the track and belt out the song's anthemic chorus.MORE: Anne Hathaway's Californian home is totally unexpected - see insideMORE: Anne Hathaway wows in stunning dress with very revealing detailFalling to the floor in utter disbelief, a stunned Kelly said: "How did you know it from just that?" to which Anne responded: "Kelly Clarkson if you do not understand how much we all love that song. Everybody here knew it on the first one.

Kelly Clarkson failed to recognize one of her most popular songs during a game of Sing That Name That Tune on Tuesday's episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show.While facing off against Anne Hathaway during the segment, in which she competes with guests to be the first toidentify a song and sing it, the 39-year-old talk singer collapsed to the floor after the actress started belting out her 2004 hit single Since U Been Gone.After glaring atThe Devil Wears Prada star,39, from the ground, she picked herself upand threw her arms up in frustration. ' Embarassing: Kelly Clarkson failed to recognize one of her most popular songs during a game of Sing That Name That Tune on Tuesday's episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show'How did you know it from just that?'Clarkson asked Hathaway, who put a name to the track after just just the opening notes.

Kelly Clarkson has set the record straight on the news that she planned to change her name. The singer had reportedly filed documents in February to legally change her name, 20 years after she first found fame on American Idol. PHOTOS: Inside Kelly Clarkson's jaw-dropping $5.4m LA mega-mansion She has been requesting to be known legally as Kelly Brianne, her first and middle names.

Anne Hathaway might know Kelly Clarkson's songs better than the songstress herself. Hathaway appeared on  Tuesday, where the pair played a heated game of «Sing That Name That Tune.»A frustrated Clarkson begged the band to play a song she knows, but when they started playing her hit, «Since U Been Gone,» it was Hathaway who stepped up to the mic first. The epic moment sent Clarkson to the floor as Hathaway continued to belt out the early aughts tune.The  actress rubbed the win in the talk show host's face, walking over to a flabbergasted Clarkson to literally drop her mic.«How did you know it from just that?!» an astonished Clarkson asked.«Kelly Clarkson, if you do not understand how much we all love that song.

Change of plans: Kelly Clarkson, 39, won’t be changing her name now that she’s divorced from Brandon Blackstock, 45. The “Stronger” hitmaker petitioned in February court documents to change her name to Kelly Brianne (Brianne’s her middle name). But on March 21, Kelly revealed to PEOPLE (the TV Show!) that she’s still going by “Kelly Clarkson” — at least in her professional life.

Kelly Clarkson is setting the record straight on those reports that she wants to legally change her name to Kelly Brianne.

Kelly Clarkson never saw this one coming.

Kelly Clarkson and Anne Hathaway faced off in a singing competition, and the outcome was very unexpected. On the March 22 episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, the two stars played a game of “Sing That Name That Tune” hosted by Matt Iseman. Kelly, 39, and Anne, 39, stood on opposing platforms as the beginning tune of a song would play, and once they recognized the song, they would step out on the platform and sing the lyrics. Well, after Anne beat Kelly in the first three rounds, the American Idol champion was frustrated things weren’t going her way.

Kelly Clarkson had an embarrassing moment on the latest episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show!

Kelly Clarkson is giving a bit of explanation as to why she recently requested to legally change her name.Last month it emerged she had filed to legally change her name to Kelly Brianne, her first and middle names.But in a new interview she has clarified that the name change is simply for her personal life, and quipped that it is 'too late' to change her public name now.Talking to People (the TV Show!)she joked: 'I don't think I can change Clarkson at this point. I'm 20 years in!' Facing it:Kelly Clarkson acknowledged in a new interview that it is 'too late' to change her public name to Kelly BrianneThe news that she wanted to change her name came in the wake of her tumultuous divorce from Brandon Blackstock.'I just got divorced, so I had to drop my married last name,' she told People (the TV Show!).

Don’t worry: Kelly Clarkson is still Kelly Clarkson.

Still Miss Independent — and Miss Clarkson! Kelly Clarkson spoke out after Us Weekly obtained documents requesting her legal name change to “Kelly Brianne,” noting her professional name isn’t going anywhere.

As the very first winner of American Idol, Kelly Clarkson is bound to have advice for the contestants of her new show, American Song Contest, but her words of wisdom are actually what she tells every musician in the industry.

Kelly Clarkson, Snoop Dogg and American Song Contest hopefuls gathered at Universal Studios in Los Angeles for the premiere of the new NBC show on Monday.The singer turned talk show host, 39, will host the show alongside rapper Snoop Dogg as they try to find the best original song written by an American.The show is based on the Eurovision Song Contest and will feature competitors from all 50 states as well as Washington D.C. and the five American territories: American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico and the U.S.

Kelly Clarkson and Snoop Dogg will soon be teaming up to host TV's newest musical competition series,. However, the project comes nearly 20 years after their paths first crossed in a moment that left an indelible impression on Clarkson.The music icons recently spoke with ET's Cassie DiLaura about their upcoming TV event, and the two reflected on how they first met after an awards show, shortly after Clarkson became the first winner of back in 2002.«Well, I don't remember what award show it was, but it was a long time ago.

Things are about to get territorial on NBC. Kelly Clarkson — a Texas girl at heart — and Snoop Dogg — straight out of Long Beach — will play host to the network’s new competition series, “American Song Contest”, where it’ll all boil down to home pride.

Kelly Clarkson -- a Texas girl at heart — and Snoop Dogg -- straight out of Long Beach — will play host to the network's new competition series,, where it'll all boil down to home pride.In a supertease of the new show, the Southern California-bred rapper represents his hometown while the  legend echoes her home state's rallying cry of «go big or go home.» She adds, «And every musician in this country feels the same way about where they come from.»And therein lies the premise of the new series — eight-weeks of live original musical performances from performers representing all 50 states, the five U.S. territories as well as the nation's capital.

Kelly Clarkson had fans thrilled when she took to social media to kick off an exciting countdown ahead of a huge new project.MORE: Kelly Clarkson looks phenomenal in gorgeous floral dress – see photoThe singer shared the poster of her upcoming show, NBC's American Song Contest, which she'll be hosting along with Snoop Dogg.WATCH: Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson host NBC’s American Song ContestShe looked incredible as she rocked a figure-hugging dress with a deeply plunging neckline with a blue sequined fabric and a green necklace to adorn it all.Kelly began the countdown to the show's start in a mere five days, writing: "5 more days, y'all!! Catch the premiere of @nbc's @americansongcontest LIVE this Monday 3/21 at 8/7c!"MORE: Kelly Clarkson shares message after finalizing divorce from Brandon BlackstockFans were quite excited about the prospect of the show hitting the air so soon, with one simply saying: "Let's gooo!" and another going: "My queen!"A third wrote: "OMG yay!! Can't wait to watch it, I wish you the best of luck. I love you so much Kelly," with one also commenting: "Can't wait for this!! Let's go Kelly!! Texas Rock!"A post shared by Kelly Clarkson (@kellyclarkson)Kelly kicked off the countdown to the upcoming American Song ContestChatting in a Q&A about the NBC series earlier in the week, the American Idol winner was asked whether she would be wowing the crowds with any performances throughout the series, to which she replied: "Oh, well, I don't think this is about me this time around. "I perform five days a week on television if you want to see a song.