In her absence, a string of guest hosts have filled in ... with a personal issue would be enough for us I think.” Not all fans of the show think Clarkson’s absence is cause for concern.

Kelly Clarkson will return to hosting her self-titled talk show after multiple recent absences for reportedly “private” reasons. The Grammy-winning inaugural “American Idol,” 42, is expected to resume filming the Emmy-winning NBC show Thursday after several days of celebrities taking over the role of host,