TV and music star Kelly Clarkson has recently commented on something her ex-manager said about her needing a boob job. Kelly addressed what was said at her Las Vegas show and made it clear how she felt about it. Kelly thought it was best to respond on stage in front of her audience; might as well make it funny and straightforward.The incident came as she was performing at her "Studio Sessions" residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. While wearing a low-cut outfit, she joked about her "itty-bitty titties" and said that a former manager had told her to get a boob job. She then said she told him,"Why don’t you get a d*ck job instead?"That moment gained instant popularity, and soon thereafter, news stories followed. She related that the manager's suggestion stopped her in her tracks. The response garnered a lot of praise for its boldness and honesty. Kelly Clarkson ultimately flipped a bizarre moment into a powerful story.Kelly Clarkson's reaction on stageKelly Clarkson said she was in the middle of a song when she realized that her outfit made her look like she had too much going on with her chest. She laughed and mentioned having, once upon a time, "some d*ck manager" suggest that she get a breast enhancement. Kelly even said that she told him to get a "d*ck job" instead.Kelly said she was happy with her "itty-bitty titties," with no desire to change to please someone else. She said she has struggled with how she looks in her career, as it has always been a discussion point. Kelly went on to say that people tell you what to wear, how to look, what to say, and how to speak. She said,"Why would I cut myself on purpose?"This is a phrase she used earlier when talking about cosmetic surgery and her body. She emphasized that being herself is more important than fitting some standard.Kelly Clarkson spoke about the experience to suggest how it feels to hear something like that from her inner circle. She said she was "floored" because it came from someone she trusted and worked with. Instead of hurting her, it ultimately gave her empowerment. She even told all those people, yes, people in the industry say wild stuff like that, and you don't have to listen to it. The press even picked up after the fact and made mention of how it is not often a performer so bluntly calls their manager out from the stage.Kelly Clarkson Kicks Off New Las Vegas Residency At The Colosseum At Caesars Palace - Source: GettyBy doing it from the stage, Kelly Clarkson was turning a private hurt into a public statement. She was establishing that she would not be ashamed or changed. Feedback from fans or the press was largely positive, even acknowledging that many stood up for her. And, also personally connecting it to her earlier comments about body image and the fact that she did not want to go through surgery just to please someone else.Why is this significant?Kelly Clarkson has given us a meme-worthy moment that originated as a humorous segment on a show. The popularization is representative of a larger problem in the entertainment industry, which is the advice or pressure to women regarding their appearance. As the story points out, the suggestion made by a manager adds a lot to the story.From now on, this episode may prompt more public conversations about how female artists are treated. It might encourage other artists to speak out about similar experiences. For Kelly Clarkson herself, the moment was powerful. She continues her Las Vegas show, and in doing so, she uses her platform to mix entertainment with real talk. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostIn closing, Kelly Clarkson's response to her ex-manager's suggestion was immediate, bold, and clear. She used jokes and direct language to turn a hurtful comment into a moment of strength. She let the world know she is fine as she is.