Kelly Rutherford -- Breaks Down After Losing Kids (VIDEO)

Kelly Rutherford left the courthouse visibly upset after having her kids ripped from her arms in court.

The "Gossip Girl" star was understandably distraught after the hearing, choking up as she tried to explain how she was feeling. Rutherford could only muster, "I have no words" ... before she broke down in tears.

After the judge's ruling, Rutherford was forced to turn over her two kids, sending them back to Monaco.

The next court hearing is scheduled to take place September 3 in Monaco.