Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock shared nearly seven years of marriage, two children, and countless memories before divorcing in 2020—and before Brandon’s passing in 2025.

Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, died following a battle with cancer, his rep shared Aug. 7. He and Clarkson shared kids River Rose, 11, and Remington “Remy” Alexander, 9.

“Workhorse” Kelly Clarkson kept going during her ex Brandon Blackstock’s private three-year cancer battle because she had no other choice. The Grammy winner, 43, not only had a syndicated daily talk show to deliver, but she was also gearing up to launch her Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace in July, just weeks before his shocking death.