Kelly Clarkson’s Ex-Husband Brandon Blackstock Dies at 48 After Cancer Battle

Brandon Blackstock, ex-husband of singer and TV host Kelly Clarkson, passed away at age 48 after a private, three-year battle with cancer. Clarkson has been deeply affected by his death, especially for the sake of their two children, River Rose and Remington Alexander, whom she is now focusing on supporting during this difficult time. Despite their acrimonious divorce finalized in 2022, Clarkson prioritized maintaining a positive co-parenting relationship and shielding her children from negativity, emphasizing their emotional well-being throughout Blackstock's illness. Blackstock's passing was peaceful and surrounded by family, with Clarkson postponing parts of her Las Vegas residency to be fully present for her children. River Rose, now 11, and Remington, 9, have faced challenges including River's dyslexia, but Clarkson remains dedicated to nurturing and protecting them. The singer's decision to keep Blackstock's illness private until recently highlights her commitment to family privacy amid their public lives.