Carson Daly was surprised with a standing ovation during the Nov. 9 episode of โThe Voice.โ
As the host kicked off the first live show, Kelly Clarkson took a moment to congratulate him for one of his latest career accomplishments. After the Top 13 performed to a Backstreet Boys song and Carson teased what was to come during the episode, Kelly raised her hand to get his attention.
โQuestion from the audience,โ Carson joked, as Kelly said, โCarson, I wanted to say congratulations on Saturday TODAY. Youโre the new anchor.โ
As Carson thanked her, the rest of the coaches, Adam Levine, Riley Green and Queen Latifah, got on their feet and clapped, as did the audience.
โI am an anchorman now, a trusted source of news,โ Carson said, before starting the competition. โAlright, letโs start the performances.โ
Carson has been a television staple for years since his early โTotal Request Liveโ days, followed by his stint on late-night with โLast Call with Carson Daly.โ Already an integral part of TODAY, he made his debut as the permanent co-anchor of Saturday TODAY alongside Laura Jarrett on Nov. 7.
Ahead of the Nov. 9 โThe Voiceโ episode, Adam recalled the first time meeting Carson and shared how much he appreciated his support over the years.
โI think it was on โLast Call with Carson Dalyโ back in the day. He was one of the first guys to ever put us on TV. And I am always thankful, and I thank him all the time,โ he told TODAY. โThank you for putting me on TV. Appreciate you.โ
Adam, along with Kelly, Riley and Blake Shelton, had previously sent surprise messages to Carson to celebrate his first official day on the job.
โMaybe since itโs the weekend show, to be more entertainment, not as much breaking news, which is good for you because I donโt think people take you that serious anyway,โ quipped Blake, whose 2021 wedding to Gwen Stefani was officiated by Carson. โAnyway, buddy, good luck, love you, and congratulations.โ
