Brandon Blackstock, former husband of Kelly Clarkson, died of cancer at the age of 48
7 august 2025 в 23:13
Brandon Blackstock, talent manager, former husband of Kelly Clarkson, and former stepson of Reba McEntire, passed away on August 7, 2025 after battling cancer. He was 48 years old. Blackstock’s death occurred just hours after Clarkson announced the postponement of her Las Vegas residency for the sake of her two children with Blackstock. Fans and friends of Blackstock are grappling with this news, many wanting to know what type of cancer he was fighting.
Blackstock and Clarkson divorced in 2022 after separating in 2020. Although their split was difficult, the «Because of You» singer prioritized her children, River and Remington, and noticeably took time off work to support her family.
Learn about all the details we currently know about Brandon’s cancer and his health condition below.
At the time of publication, no member of the Blackstock family or Clarkson has publicly disclosed the type of cancer he was battling. TMZ reported that Blackstock had melanoma, a form of skin cancer, citing «sources with direct knowledge».
A family representative noted that he had been battling the illness «for over three years».
«It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Brandon Blackstock», - said Blackstock’s representative to People in a statement on August 7, 2025. «Brandon bravely fought cancer for over three years. He passed away peacefully and was surrounded by family. We thank you for your thoughts and prayers and ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time».
Clarkson did not specify what was happening with her ex-husband in her Instagram announcement on August 6, 2025. She only mentioned that she was postponing upcoming studio session dates in Las Vegas due to Blackstock’s illness.
«While I usually keep my personal life private, this year the father of my children is ill, and right now I need to be fully present for them», - explained Clarkson, apologizing to her fans.
Blackstock leaves behind four children. He shares his two children, River and Remington, with Clarkson, and his two other children, Savannah and Seth, with his ex-wife Melissa Ashworth.
No, Blackstock is not McEntire’s biological son, but he was her stepson when she was married to her ex-husband Narvel Blackstock
Blackstock and Clarkson divorced in 2022 after separating in 2020. Although their split was difficult, the «Because of You» singer prioritized her children, River and Remington, and noticeably took time off work to support her family.
Learn about all the details we currently know about Brandon’s cancer and his health condition below.
At the time of publication, no member of the Blackstock family or Clarkson has publicly disclosed the type of cancer he was battling. TMZ reported that Blackstock had melanoma, a form of skin cancer, citing «sources with direct knowledge».
A family representative noted that he had been battling the illness «for over three years».
«It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Brandon Blackstock», - said Blackstock’s representative to People in a statement on August 7, 2025. «Brandon bravely fought cancer for over three years. He passed away peacefully and was surrounded by family. We thank you for your thoughts and prayers and ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time».
Clarkson did not specify what was happening with her ex-husband in her Instagram announcement on August 6, 2025. She only mentioned that she was postponing upcoming studio session dates in Las Vegas due to Blackstock’s illness.
«While I usually keep my personal life private, this year the father of my children is ill, and right now I need to be fully present for them», - explained Clarkson, apologizing to her fans.
Blackstock leaves behind four children. He shares his two children, River and Remington, with Clarkson, and his two other children, Savannah and Seth, with his ex-wife Melissa Ashworth.
No, Blackstock is not McEntire’s biological son, but he was her stepson when she was married to her ex-husband Narvel Blackstock
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