Kelly Clarkson shares emotional message about huge life change as fans inundate her with support

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Kelly Clarkson shared a heartfelt message with her fans acknowledging the 20th anniversary of her life-changing rise to stardom.MORE: Kelly Clarkson's departure from The Voice - all we knowTaking to Instagram, the mum-of-two penned a lengthy statement in which she opened up about her appearance on American Idol.WATCH: Kelly Clarkson makes heartfelt admission about Christmas after divorceOverflowing with emotion, Kelly candidly wrote: "20 years ago today I won American Idol and it forever changed the course of my life.

That moment was the door that opened up so much access and opportunity, and creative partnerships that I will be grateful for all of my days.MORE: Kelly Clarkson makes emotional revelation about who she really owes her career toMORE: Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband buys $1.8 million home after divorce battle"I am most proud and grateful for those friends that have become family, and for their arms that have held me when I needed it, and their hearts that listened to me when I felt lost.

Without them I would not be where I am. I would probably not be here at all."A post shared by Kelly Clarkson (@kellyclarkson)Kelly shared an emotional messageThe singer concluded her emotive post by adding: "Thank you so much to every single person that voted 20 years ago!

Thank you… I hope all of you have people in your lives that fill you with laughter, and hope, and happiness, and if you don't feel like you have that, then keep searching because I promise you they're looking for you too."Her fans wasted no time in rallying behind the talented songstress, with one writing: "Our American Idol forever.