Who's that southern belle? Typically, that title belongs to Carrie Underwood, but in this case, it's the original American Idol who takes the honor.

Native Texan Kelly Clarkson plays up her Southern roots in her ruffled dress Thursday at the CMT Giants event at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood honoring country crooner Reba McEntire. She looks beautiful! The inaugural American Idol winner and its most successful artist later took the stage to raise her voice in tribute.

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