Kelly Clarkson Became the Ultimate Halloween Witch in a “Hocus Pocus” Transformation But Wait Until You Hear Her Sing “I Put a Spell on You”!

Some Halloween costumes are easy to forget. Others become part of the celebration year after year. Kelly Clarkson delivered one of those unforgettable moments when she traded her usual daytime-show look for a full-blown transformation into one of cinema’s most famous witches.

Back in 2019, Kelly brought the magic of Disney’s Hocus Pocus straight into the studio of The Kelly Clarkson Show. With fiery red hair, a dramatic velvet costume, and two familiar faces by her side, she recreated the look of the legendary Sanderson sisters. But the biggest treat wasn’t just seeing Kelly dressed as a witch. It was hearing what happened when she started singing.

Her choice of song couldn’t have been more perfect: “I Put a Spell on You.”

Three Sanderson Sisters Walked Into Kelly’s Studio

Anyone who has watched Hocus Pocus knows the Sanderson sisters are a huge part of what makes the movie such a Halloween favorite.

For the 2019 celebration, Kelly took on the role of Winifred Sanderson, originally played by Bette Midler. She went all in with Winifred’s unmistakable oversized red hair and theatrical costume, capturing the character’s larger-than-life personality.

Her backup singers completed the transformation. One appeared as Mary Sanderson, the character played by Kathy Najimy, while another stepped into the role of Sarah Sanderson, originally portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker.

Suddenly, the familiar trio from the beloved Halloween movie had a new stage to call home.

And Kelly looked completely at ease leading her two fellow witches.

Why “I Put a Spell on You” Was the Perfect Choice

There was really only one song that could make this Halloween tribute complete.

“I Put a Spell on You” became closely associated with Hocus Pocus after Bette Midler’s Winifred performed it in the movie, using the song to enchant a room full of adults.

The original recording came from Screamin’ Jay Hawkins, who released the famous song in 1956. Its dramatic sound and unmistakable personality made it a natural fit for the spooky season long before it became a movie favorite.

Kelly took that familiar Halloween number and made it her own.

Her soulful voice brought a fresh energy to the performance, while her two backup singers joined in as Mary and Sarah. The trio moved through the studio as costumed dancers and performers added movement and theatrical details around them.

It felt less like a regular television segment and more like a Halloween musical brought to life.

Kelly Proved Halloween Is More Than Just a Costume

One thing Kelly has always understood is that a great Halloween moment needs more than a good outfit.

The atmosphere, the music, the characters, and the performance all have to come together. And that’s exactly what made this appearance so entertaining.

The red hair and velvet costume immediately brought Winifred Sanderson to mind, but Kelly’s confident stage presence gave the character a personality of its own. Her backup singers completed the picture, while the surrounding performers made the studio feel like a scene from a Halloween celebration.

It was playful, theatrical, and full of the kind of energy that makes people want to watch a performance again.

A Halloween Treat Worth Rewatching

Years after the original television appearance, the combination of Kelly Clarkson, the Sanderson sisters, and “I Put a Spell on You” still makes for a memorable Halloween throwback.

For fans of Hocus Pocus, it brings back the magic of one of the most recognizable Halloween movies. For Kelly’s fans, it’s another reminder of how effortlessly she can move between powerful singing and entertaining television moments.

And perhaps that’s what makes this performance so special: it doesn’t rely on nostalgia alone. Kelly brings her own voice and personality to a song that already has a place in Halloween history.

If you love “Hocus Pocus,” this is one Halloween performance you won’t want to miss. Watch Kelly Clarkson transform into Winifred Sanderson and put her own spell on this unforgettable classic!