Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, passed away this Thursday, August 7. The news was announced by a representative in a statement, revealing that the talent agent and former manager had battled illness for several years. Here’s what we know about his passing.
How did Brandon Blackstock die?
According to the statement, 48-year-old Brandon had fought cancer for over three years. He died peacefully, surrounded by his family.
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Just the day before, Kelly Clarkson shared on her official Instagram account that she would be postponing the remaining August dates of her Las Vegas residency due to Blackstock’s health.
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What was Brandon Blackstock’s net worth?
Brandon Blackstock’s net worth is estimated at $10 million, earned through his career as a talent agent. During their relationship, Kelly and Brandon lived in a lavish Encino, California mansion purchased by the singer in June 2018. The more than 900-square-meter estate cost $8 million and served as their primary home.
In May 2020, Clarkson listed the property for nearly $10 million, though its price gradually dropped to $8.24 million, the amount it ultimately sold for in September 2021. In addition to that home, the couple owned a house in Nashville and a ranch in Montana. After the divorce, Kelly retained ownership of the ranch, while Brandon received a 5% interest in it. At that time, the ranch was appraised at $17 million.
Who was Brandon Blackstock?
Born in 1976 in Fort Worth, b, Brandon was the son of renowned producer and manager Narvel Blackstock and Elisa Gayle Ritter. Raised within the entertainment world, he followed his father’s footsteps and joined the family business, Starstruck Entertainment, as a musical representative. For a period, he also served as Kelly Clarkson’s manager before she left the company. In 2019, Kelly shared in an interview that Brandon had encouraged her to start her own talk show, on which he served as an executive producer for some time.
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Their love story began in 2006 during a country music awards rehearsal, but it wasn’t until 2012—when they reunited at the Super Bowl—that their romantic relationship began. They announced their engagement later that year and married in October 2013. The couple welcomed two children: River in 2014 and Remy in 2016.
During the 2020 pandemic, the family quarantined together at their Montana ranch. However, Kelly filed for divorce in June of that year. After a complex legal process, she was declared single in 2021, and the divorce was finalized in March 2022. A court later ordered Brandon to reimburse her for over $2.6 million due to improperly handled agreements as her manager. Kelly also filed another lawsuit seeking additional compensation, which was settled privately, concluding their prolonged and complicated legal dispute.
Who is Kelly Clarkson?
Kelly Clarkson, born on April 24, 1982, is a renowned American singer and television host who rose to fame after winning the first season of American Idol in 2002. Her victory led to a record deal with RCA Records and the release of her debut single, “A Moment Like This,” which quickly became the best-selling song of the year in the U.S.
Her first album, Thankful, established her as a rising pop star. She later shifted toward a pop rock sound with Breakaway (2004), a multi-platinum album featuring hits like “Since U Been Gone” and “Because of You.”
Throughout her career, Clarkson has explored a variety of musical styles—from the darker rock tones of My December (2007) to the more radio-friendly pop of Stronger (2011), which earned her a second Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal Album. She has also released a holiday album and ventured into soul-inspired music.
Beyond her music career, Clarkson has found success on television as a coach on The Voice and as the host of The Kelly Clarkson Show. She has received numerous awards, including MTV Video Music Awards, American Music Awards, and Daytime Emmys, and is widely regarded as one of the most powerful voices in modern pop music.
