Brandon Blackstock Dies at 48 After Cancer Battle, Family Confirms

Music manager and producer Brandon Blackstock, widely known as the ex-husband of pop superstar Kelly Clarkson, has tragically passed away at the age of 48. His family confirmed the somber news in a statement released on August 7, 2025, revealing he had been battling cancer for three years.

“It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,” the family’s statement read. “Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years. He passed away peacefully and was surrounded by family. We thank you for your thoughts and prayers and ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.”

Blackstock leaves behind a loving family, including four children and one grandchild. He shared two children, River Rose Blackstock and Remington Alexander Blackstock, with Kelly Clarkson. His older children, Savannah Blackstock and Seth Blackstock, are from his previous marriage to Melissa Ashworth.

Savannah Blackstock, his eldest, often joined her father and stepmother Kelly Clarkson at high-profile events, showcasing a close-knit blended family. Seth Blackstock, though less frequently in the public eye, participated in a heartfelt video birthday message for Clarkson in 2020.

His younger children, River Rose and Remington, have also made public appearances. River Rose has joined her mother on stage during Clarkson’s Las Vegas residency shows, while Remington gained viral fame for a performance on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’. In January 2022, Brandon Blackstock embraced the role of a grandfather when Savannah Blackstock welcomed her first child. The music industry mourns the loss of a talented manager and a devoted family man.

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