Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's Former Husband And Music Manager, Dies Aged 48

Brandon Blackstock and Kelly Clarkson pictured in 2018Brandon Blackstock, the former husband of American singer Kelly Clarkson, has died at the age of 48.On Thursday evening, it was confirmed that Brandon had died “surrounded by family” three years after privately being diagnosed with cancer.This diagnosis was kept from the public until news of his death was confirmed this week.A spokesperson for the family issued a statement to People magazine which read: “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. We thank you for your thoughts and prayers and ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.”The news came a day after Kelly announced that she was postponing her planned residency in Las Vegas as a result of her ex’s illness.She and Brandon were married for 10 years between 2012 and 2022, and share two children, 11-year-old River and nine-year-old Remington.Brandon Blackstock and Kelly Clarkson at the Critics' Choice Awards in 2020“While I normally keep my personal life private, this past year, my children’s father has been ill and at this moment, I need to be fully present for them,” the Behind These Hazel Eyes singer said earlier this week, apologising to fans and thanking them for their “grace, kindness and understanding” in light of her residency’s postponement.Brandon was the son of music manager Narvel Blackstock, and the stepson of country music icon Reba McIntyre, to whom his dad was married between 1989 and 2015.A music manager himself, Brandon oversaw the former American Idol winner’s career during their marriage, until they parted ways in 2020, when Kelly filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.He also once managed country music performer Blake Shelton, Kelly’s former co-star on the American reality TV competition The Voice.Brandon also had two children from his first marriage, Savannah and Seth, and a grandson, Lake, who was born in 2022.MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS:Ozzy Osbourne's Cause Of Death Has Been ConfirmedThe Walking Dead Star Kelley Mack Dies, Aged 33Calvin Harris Announces He And Wife Vick Hope Have Welcomed A Son In Very Sweet Instagram Post

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