Brandon Blackstock's daughter announced her pregnancy a month before he died of melanoma
The talent manager, who was Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, died Thursday following a years-long private battle with melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer. He was 48.
His eldest daughter, 23, revealed the news about her impending arrival on her private Instagram account on July 5 — just weeks before her dad's untimely death.
5 Brandon Blackstock's daughter, Savannah Blackstock Lee, announced she's expecting her second child just one month before her father died.
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'We've been keeping a couple sweet surprises,' she wrote. 'One little girl will be making her arrival at the beginning of January and another beautiful girl named Julianna who has already been one of the greatest blessings to our family.'
'The Lord has been so faithful,' she went on. 'He's written a story we never could've imagined, and His kindness in this season has left us in awe. He's answered prayers we never even knew how to pray.'
Savannah, who already shares 3-year-old son, Lake, with her husband, Quentin Lee, is expecting her baby girl to arrive in January 2026.
'This journey has been so special full of peace, excitement, and so much grace,' she added. 'We're growing again, and our hearts are so full. Thank you, Jesus. 🤍'
Brandon shared Savannah and son Seth, 19, with his ex-wife Melissa Ashworth. The exes were married from 2001 to 2012.
5 The talent manager died Thursday following a years-long private battle with melanoma. He was 48.
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5 Savannah, 23, revealed the news about her impending arrival on her private Instagram account on July 5.
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He went on to find love with Clarkson, with whom he shared daughter River, 11, and son Remington, 9.
The duo were married from 2013 to 2022. Their ill-fated union ended with a contentious divorce that saw the pair fight over finances, custody and property.
The lengthy battle came to an end in March 2022, when a judge granted Blackstock $115,000 per month in spousal support until January 2024. He was also awarded a monthly amount of $45,600 in child support.
Brandon's death was announced Thursday — just hours after the 'American Idol' winner abruptly canceled the remaining August shows of her Las Vegas residency.
5 Savannah already shares 3-year-old son, Lake, with her husband, Quentin Lee.
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5 Brandon had four kids: daughter Savannah, son Seth, 19, and daughter River, 11, and son Remington, 9.
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'It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away. Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years,' his family said in a statement obtained by The Post.
'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.'
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