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The May 23, 2022, episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show remains a fan favorite for its mix of powerhouse talent and intimate storytelling, particularly featuring the legendary . Whether you're catching up on a rewatch or seeing it for the first time, this episode perfectly balances high-stakes Hollywood anecdotes with the cozy, relatable charm that host Kelly Clarkson is known for. The Main Event: Jean Smart's "Hacks" Era

: Viewers were treated to a specialized Kentucky Derby pie recipe demo. The Kelly Clarkson Show 2022 05 23 Jean Smart 480p x264

: Smart revealed that Hacks co-creator Lucia Aniello actually directed an episode while in labor, giving instructions to the actors between contractions via a live feed before heading to the hospital that night. The May 23, 2022, episode of The Kelly

While Jean Smart was the headliner, the episode was packed with variety: : Smart revealed that Hacks co-creator Lucia Aniello

Coming off the massive success of her HBO Max series Hacks , Jean Smart sat down to discuss the show's second season. She shared some incredible behind-the-scenes stories, including:

: In a viral moment, it was revealed that Smart’s character, Deborah Vance, uses the same office on the Universal lot that Kelly Clarkson previously occupied—complete with a heated toilet seat originally installed by Steve Harvey .