Brandon Blackstock Dies at 48 After Three-Year Melanoma Battle

Brandon Blackstock, the talent manager and ex-husband of singer Kelly Clarkson, passed away at age 48 after a private three-year battle with melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer. His death was confirmed by his family, who stated he died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, and asked for privacy during this difficult time. Clarkson postponed the remaining shows of her Las Vegas residency to be present for their children amid his illness, revealing the situation after years of keeping it private out of respect. Blackstock is survived by his four children, including two with Clarkson, and was preparing to become a grandfather for the second time shortly before his passing, adding a bittersweet note to the family's grief. Fans and supporters expressed condolences to Clarkson, defending her decision to step back from public performances. Clarkson's music, often reflecting her personal life, has been revisited in the wake of Blackstock's death, highlighting the emotional journey of their relationship.