Brandon Blackstock Dies at 48 After Private Three-Year Cancer Battle

Brandon Blackstock, the talent manager and ex-husband of Kelly Clarkson, died at age 48 after privately battling cancer for more than three years. While the family confirmed cancer as the cause of death, the specific type of cancer has not been publicly disclosed, reflecting the family's desire for privacy during this difficult time. Blackstock passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Kelly Clarkson, who shares two children with Blackstock, postponed her Las Vegas residency to be fully present for their children amid his illness. Blackstock was also father to two children from a previous marriage and had kept his health struggles largely out of the public eye. The family has expressed gratitude for the public's support and requested privacy as they grieve.