Kelly Clarkson Devastated After Ex-Husband Brandon Blackstock Dies
URGENT UPDATE: Brandon Blackstock, former husband of singer Kelly Clarkson, has passed away at the age of 48 after a battle with melanoma. Sources confirm that Clarkson is “devastated” for their children following his death on Thursday, July 13, 2023.
Reports indicate that Clarkson, who finalized her divorce from Blackstock in 2022, remained protective of him during his illness for the sake of their kids. “When she found out that he was sick, she remained protective of him for their sake,” a source told People. The emotional toll has been significant, particularly for their children, River Rose, age 11, and Remington, age 9.
“It’s been exhausting and so sad,” a source exclusively revealed to Page Six. Clarkson has even canceled her Las Vegas residency and missed episodes of her talk show, the Kelly Clarkson Show, to care for Blackstock in his final days. “Despite their difficult divorce, he’s still the man she loved and still her kids’ father,” the source added.
A family spokesperson confirmed his death, stating, “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away. Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years. He passed away peacefully and was surrounded by family.” The spokesperson thanked the public for their thoughts and prayers while requesting privacy for the family during this difficult time.
Clarkson and Blackstock married in 2013 after a whirlwind romance. The couple faced a turbulent divorce, but Clarkson has consistently maintained that she cares for him. In a podcast interview earlier this year, she candidly addressed their complicated relationship, saying, “My kids ask me all the time, ‘So you don’t love him anymore?’ I’m like, ‘No, I don’t know if that goes away.’”
Their relationship is marked by both love and challenges, as Clarkson ultimately gained primary custody of their children following a highly publicized court battle. Blackstock also has two older children from a previous marriage.
This heartbreaking news not only impacts Clarkson and her family but resonates deeply with fans who have followed her journey. The outpouring of support for her and the children is likely to grow as the news spreads.
As developments unfold, the focus remains on how Clarkson and her children will navigate this profound loss. Stay tuned for more updates on this tragic story.
