Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, died following a battle with cancer, his rep shared Aug. 7. He and Clarkson shared kids River Rose, 11, and Remington “Remy” Alexander, 9.

Kelly Clarkson shared two children with her late ex-husband Brandon Blackstock. On Aug. 7, a representative for the family told PEOPLE that Blackstock had died of cancer. He was 48 years old.

Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock shared nearly seven years of marriage, two children, and countless memories before divorcing in 2020—and before Brandon’s passing in 2025.