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Brandon Blackstock, Talent Manager and Ex-Husband of Kelly Clarkson, Dies from Malignant Melanoma at 48
Brandon Blackstock, a prominent talent manager known for representing artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Blake Shelton, and Rascal Flatts, passed away on August 7, 2025, at the age of 48. The cause of death was malignant melanoma, a type of skin cancer, with the manner of death listed as natural causes.
Blackstock's illness was a battle that lasted over three years before his passing. His seizures were significant contributing conditions to his death, but they were secondary to the melanoma.
Brandon and Kelly Clarkson, who met at a rehearsal for the Academy of Country Music Awards in 2006, married in October 2013. They were married for seven years and share two children, River and Remington. The proceedings of their divorce were finalized in early 2022.
It's important to note that the couple had a prenuptial agreement, and the available information does not provide specific details about their divorce settlement terms or financial arrangements following their separation.
Blackstock's career began with his father Narvel Blackstock's company, Starstruck Entertainment. Narvel managed Kelly Clarkson before Brandon took over.
Brandon became a grandfather in 2022, when his daughter Savannah gave birth to a son named Lake. However, the news of his death was first reported by People magazine, and it was revealed that Kelly Clarkson had postponed her "Studio Session" concerts in Las Vegas due to her children's father being ill.
The divorce between Brandon and Kelly was contentious, but the pair agreed to settle lawsuits over millions of dollars that he allegedly overcharged her while serving as her manager during their marriage in 2024.
Brandon Blackstock will be remembered as a talented and dedicated manager who contributed significantly to the careers of many artists. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
References:
[1] People Magazine. (2025, August 9). Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband and Talent Manager, Dies at 48. Retrieved from https://people.com/music/brandon-blackstock-dies-kelly-clarkson/
[2] TMZ. (2025, August 8). Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband Brandon Blackstock Dead at 48. Retrieved from https://www.tmz.com/2025/08/08/kelly-clarkson-ex-husband-brandon-blackstock-dead-at-48/
[3] Variety. (2025, August 9). Brandon Blackstock, Talent Manager and Ex-Husband of Kelly Clarkson, Dies at 48. Retrieved from https://variety.com/2025/music/news/brandon-blackstock-kelly-clarkson-talent-manager-dead-48-1235299243/
The tragic death of Brandon Blackstock, a renowned talent manager, has left the entertainment industry in mourning, as the pioneer who helped catapult artists like Kelly Clarkson, Blake Shelton, and Rascal Flatts to stardom. blackstocks legal battles with celebrities surrounding financial disputes during their marriage were publicly documented before his death.
