A Famous Singer, Her Daughter and a Novelist Take on ‘American Idol'
Completely by coincidence, Lola Bonfiglio, the actual 19-year-old daughter and niece of Carnie and Wendy Wilson, recently sang alongside her famous mother and aunt as a hopeful trying out on the real 'American Idol.' The trio sang the 1990 Wilson Phillips hit 'Hold On,' with Bonfiglio performing the part in place of third bandmate, Chynna Phillips.
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Kelly Clarkson ‘devastated' for her kids after ex-husband Brandon Blackstock's death
Kelly Clarkson is reportedly 'devastated' for her children after her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock's death. 'When she found out that he was sick, she remained protective of him for their sake,' a source told People following Blackstock's death on Thursday, adding that the 'American Idol' winner has 'always tried to keep things classy.' 'It became clear earlier this year that Brandon was not doing well,' they continued. 'She's been devastated for the kids.' Blackstock — who died on Thursday at age 48 after battling melanoma — and Clarkson endured a contentious divorce, finalized in 2022. They initially split in 2020 after almost seven years of marriage. Still, the 'Stronger' songstress helped care for him in his final days — even canceling her Las Vegas residency for the second time on the eve of his death and missing episodes of her eponymous talk show. 'It's been exhausting and so sad… ' a source exclusively told Page Six. 'Kelly has been working so hard, as well as looking after Brandon. Despite their difficult divorce, he's still the man she loved and still her kids' father.' A family spokesperson confirmed in a statement to Page Six on Thursday that Blackstock — who was Clarkson's former manager and the former stepson of Reba McEntire — had died. 'It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,' a family spokesperson told Page Six Thursday. '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.' Following their Tennessee wedding in 2013, the former couple welcomed daughter River Rose, 11, in 2014, and son Remington, 9, in 2016. Clarkson, 43, ultimately obtained primary custody of the children in their volatile family court battle. Blackstock also shares two older children with his first wife. Blackstock and the 'Kelly Clarkson Show' host had a complicated relationship, but the hitmaker — who remained amicable for her children — once admitted that she still cared for him. 'My kids ask me all the time, 'So you don't love him anymore?' I'm like, 'No, I don't know if that goes away,'' she said during a 2023 appearance on the 'Angie Martinez IRL' podcast
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Brandon Blackstock, Music Manager & Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband, Dead at 48
Brandon Blackstock, the Nashville music manager who was married to Kelly Clarkson for seven years, has died after a battle with cancer. He was 48. Starstruck Entertainment, the company for which Blackstock worked for many years, shared the news via an Instagram statement on Thursday (Aug. 7). 'It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,' it read. More from Billboard Kelly Clarkson Postpones August Las Vegas Residency Dates Kelly Clarkson & Ex-Husband Brandon Blackstock Settle Management Fees Lawsuit: Report Gone But Not Forgotten: Musicians We Lost in 2025 'Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years,' the message continued. '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.' The news comes just one day after The Voice coach announced that she would be postponing her August residency shows in Las Vegas so that she could be with her kids during a tough period for the family. '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,' she wrote on Instagram at the time. She'd added, 'I am sincerely sorry to everyone who bought tickets to the shows and I so appreciate your grace, kindness and understanding.' The son of Starstruck co-founder Narvel Blackstock, Brandon was formerly the stepson of Reba McEntire, who was married to his father for 26 years. Working alongside his dad, Brandon was involved in managing the careers of clients such as Blake Shelton and Carly Pearce. Years after meeting each other while Narvel was Clarkson's manager, the singer and Brandon tied the knot in 2013, after which Brandon would become his then-wife's manager. They share two children together, welcoming 11-year-old River in 2014 and 9-year-old Remington in 2016. In 2020, Clarkson filed for divorce, setting off a lengthy legal battle between herself and her ex-husband. Though they'd eventually settle their split in 2022 — with Clarkson agreeing to give Brandon $45,601 in monthly child support as well as a one-time payment of $1.3 million — Starstruck would later sue the American Idol alum for alleged unpaid fees. Clarkson responded by alleging that the Blackstocks actually owed her money, filing a complaint with California's Labor Commissioner that claimed they'd violated the state's Talent Agencies Act by serving as her managers as well as unlicensed talent agents who booked her business deals. The ruling went in Clarkson's favor, with Brandon ordered to repay her more than $2.6 million in commissions. Shortly afterward, Blackstock and Starstruck challenged the ruling in court, but the case was ultimately dismissed in May 2024. In addition to the children he shared with Clarkson, Brandon is also survived by his kids with ex-wife Melissa Ashworth — Savannah and Seth — as well as a young grandson named Lake. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart Solve the daily Crossword
