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Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s Ex-Husband and Talent Manager, Dies at 48 from Cancer

  • Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and former talent manager, died peacefully at age 48 surrounded by family after a cancer battle.
  • Blackstock had been seriously ill for over three years, during which time Clarkson delayed her 2025 Las Vegas residency and took a break from work to support him.
  • Clarkson and Blackstock married in 2013, had two children together, and finalized a contentious divorce in 2022 with Clarkson granted primary custody.
  • Clarkson expressed her regret to those who had purchased tickets for the canceled performances and thanked them for their understanding and support during this challenging time.
  • Blackstock's death prompted expressions of gratitude for support and requests for privacy, highlighting its impact on Clarkson and their family amid ongoing custody responsibilities.
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August 7, 2025 – Los Angeles (USA) – EFE. Brandon Blackstock, a well-known talent representative and former husband of singer Kelly Clarkson, died at age 48 from cancer, as reported by People magazine. A family representative issued a statement to the publication, expressing his deep sadness at the loss. The statement specified that Blackstock had faced a battle against cancer for more than three years and that his death occurred peacefully, bei…

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Brandon Blackstock, ex-husband of Kelly Clarkson and father of his two children, died at age 48 after a battle of more than three years against cancer. The news was confirmed by his family environment on Thursday, August 7.

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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Thursday, August 7, 2025.
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