Brandon Blackstock, former spouse of Kelly Clarkson, passes away at 48 years old
Brandon Blackstock, the ex-husband of American Idol star and three-time Grammy winner Kelly Clarkson, has passed away at the age of 48 following a courageous three-year battle with cancer. The news was confirmed in a statement on Thursday.
Brandon, who was also the father of Savannah and Seth Blackstock, died peacefully, surrounded by his family. The family has asked for privacy during this difficult time.
The exact nature of Brandon's illness was not specified, but it is known that melanoma, a serious and potentially deadly form of skin cancer, originates in melanocytes, the cells responsible for skin colour. Melanoma is notable for its aggressiveness and ability to spread if not caught early.
Brandon and Kelly married in 2013 and had two children together. Despite their separation in 2022, Brandon remained an important figure in her personal and professional life.
Kelly postponed several performance dates to be with their children during Brandon's illness, including the rest of her "Studio Session" concerts in Las Vegas this month. She made the announcement on Instagram, stating that she needs to be fully present for her children at this time.
Brandon also has children with another ex-wife, Melissa Ashworth. The current living arrangements of the children from this marriage are not known.
Brandon's father, Narvel Blackstock, was once married to country music legend Reba McEntire, making her the onetime stepmother of Brandon.
Kelly currently resides in New York City and hosts a daytime talk show, "The Kelly Clarkson Show."
Our thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.
Entertainment circles mourn the loss of Brandon Blackstock, a figure prominently linked to celebrities like Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire. Brandon, a three-time Grammy winner's ex-husband, left an indelible impact on the entertainment industry and beyond.
