Gone Too Soon: Kelly Clarkson’s Ex Brandon Blackstock Dies at 48 After Cancer Battle

“Brandon Blackstock, ex-husband of Kelly Clarkson, has sadly passed away at the age of 48 following a private battle with cancer. The heartbreaking news comes just one day after Clarkson postponed her Las Vegas residency, citing an undisclosed family health issue that now appears linked to Blackstock’s condition. Fans and friends are sending love and support to the singer during this difficult time.”

Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband and former manager, has died at 48 after a courageous three-year battle with cancer, his family confirmed Thursday. The emotional news came just one day after Clarkson postponed her Las Vegas residency, revealing she needed to be fully present for her children amid their father’s illness. “He passed peacefully, surrounded by family,” a representative shared. Fans and celebrities alike are mourning the loss and sending support to Clarkson and her family during this deeply personal time.

Brandon Blackstock’s passing comes amid a deeply personal chapter for Kelly Clarkson. The former couple, who wed in 2013 and share two children—River Rose, 11, and Remy Alexander, 9—went through a highly publicized divorce in 2020, which included a bitter legal battle over their Montana ranch. Clarkson was ultimately awarded the property. In recent months, fans noticed her stepping away from her talk show and postponing her Las Vegas residency—moves later linked to Blackstock’s declining health. Reports say Clarkson prioritized time with her children and visits to their father during his final days. Her next Vegas performances are now scheduled for November.