Brandon Blackstock, known for his work as a talent manager and for being married to Kelly Clarkson, has tragically passed away at the age of 48. The family confirmed he succumbed to cancer after fighting it for more than three years.

Clarkson had recently announced postponements of her Las Vegas residency performances to support her family amid his health struggles. The two share two children and divorced in 2022.
Blackstock carried a legacy connected to the music industry through his father Narvel Blackstock and stepsister Reba McEntire. He managed Clarkson and Blake Shelton during his career. Besides his children with Clarkson, he had two children from a previous marriage.
The news of his peaceful passing deeply saddened fans and those close to the family.