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

Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, died at 48 after a three-year cancer battle. Clarkson cancelled her Las Vegas residency to support their children.

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  • Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and former manager, passed away peacefully at the age of 48 following a battle with cancer that lasted over three years.
  • Blackstock and Clarkson were married in 2013, and their divorce was finalized in early 2022. They shared two children, River and Remington, during their relationship.
  • His death was confirmed by his family, who stated he was surrounded by loved ones during his final moments, with multiple sources reporting on his prolonged illness.
  • Kelly Clarkson postponed and ultimately cancelled her Las Vegas residency shows to be fully present with her children during Blackstock's illness and passing.
  • Clarkson emphasized prioritizing family time and supporting her children's well-being through this difficult period, putting their needs above her performance schedule.
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Center-leaning sources cover this story neutrally, focusing on presenting factual biographical information about Brandon Blackstock's life and career. They avoid loaded language and provide context for public events like his divorce from Kelly Clarkson without taking sides. The coverage prioritizes objective reporting of facts and legal outcomes.

"Brandon Blackstock may have had a behind-the-scenes role in entertainment, but his high-profile marriage to Kelly Clarkson put him in the spotlight on occasion."

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"Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years."

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"Brandon Blackstock had "bravely battled cancer for more than three years" when he died at 48 years old."

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"Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband and talent manager, has died of cancer, his family said Thursday."

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"Brandon Blackstock, a talent manager known as Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and Reba McEntire's stepson, has died at 48 after a battle with cancer."

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"Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years."

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"Brandon Blackstock, a talent manager and Kelly Clarkson‘s ex-husband, has died."

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Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock were married for nearly seven years before their divorce was finalized in early 2022.

Brandon Blackstock battled cancer for over three years before passing away peacefully at age 48.

Kelly Clarkson postponed and eventually cancelled her Las Vegas residency shows to be present with her children during Brandon Blackstock's illness and passing.

Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock shared two children named River and Remington.

Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock reconnected at the Super Bowl in February 2012, where Clarkson sang the national anthem; they went on their first date a week later.

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