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 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.

Brandon Blackstock, the late ex-husband of singer Kelly Clarkson, was a father of four. The talent manager died on August 7 after a private cancer diagnosis. Blackstock was 48 years old. “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,