Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband Brandon Blackstock dies at 48: ‘He passed away peacefully’

Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson‘s ex-husband and the previous stepson of Reba McEntire, has died. He was 48. “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,” a consultant for the household advised Fox News Digital in an announcement. “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.”Born Dec. 19, 1976, Brandon Blackstock was the son of supervisor Narvel Blackstock and former stepson of singer Reba McEntire. Brandon labored as Kelly Clarkson’s supervisor in addition to supervisor to Blake Shelton. Brandon met Kelly Clarkson for the primary time in May 2006 when she was participating in a rehearsal for the Academy of Country Music Awards. At that point, he was nonetheless married to his former spouse, Melissa Ashworth.The loss of life information got here a day after Clarkson revealed her ex-husband’s well being battle for which she needed to abruptly defer her Las Vegas residency. “Unfortunately, I need to postpone the remainder of the August Studio Session dates in Las Vegas,” Clarkson, 43, wrote. “While I normally keep my personal life private, this past year, my children’s father has been ill and at this moment, I need to be fully present for them.” Clarkson and Blackstock, 48, share two kids collectively, River, 10, and Remington, 8.“I am sincerely sorry to everyone who bought tickets to the shows, and I so appreciate your grace, kindness and understanding.” Her subsequent efficiency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace was scheduled for Friday, August 8.