Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband and noted talent manager, has died at the age of 48 following a lengthy battle with melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer. The announcement of his passing was made by his family, who thanked fans for their support and requested privacy during this challenging period.
Clarkson had earlier revealed she was stepping back from her Las Vegas shows to care for her family during this time. She and Blackstock shared two children and finalized their divorce in 2022 after years of marital strain.
Brandon was the son of Narvel Blackstock and stepson of Reba McEntire. Throughout his career, he managed high-profile artists including his then-wife Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton.
He passed away peacefully at home, leaving behind his children and a significant impact on the country and pop music world.
