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Yahoo
a day ago
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Who Is Brandon Blackstock's First Wife? What We Know About Melissa Ashworth
Who Is Brandon Blackstock's First Wife? What We Know About Melissa Ashworth originally appeared on Parade. People were shocked and saddened today when the news broke that Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, died at the age of 48 after a 3-year long battle with cancer. The family made a statement indicating that he passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones. Clarkson and Blackstock were married from 2013 until they finalized their divorce in 2022. They share two children together, River and Remington. Though the two of them had a highly public relationship, most people might not realize that Clarkson is Blackstock's second wife, as he was married once before. Who Is Brandon Blackstock's First Wife? Blackstock was married to Melissa Ashworth from 2001 to 2012. She's 51 years old, and they share two children together, Savannah Blackstock and Seth Blackstock. In 2014, Ashworth did an interview with RadarOnline where she touched on her relationship with Clarkson. She reportedly said, "I love Kelly and we get along great, and my husband and I hang out with them all the time." Ashworth is also a grandmother, as daughter Savannah had her first child, Lake Easton Lee, in 2022. Savannah is now 23, and she announced that she is pregnant with her second child just one month before her father's death. Our hearts go out to all of Blackstock's family, especially his children, during this difficult and devastating Is Brandon Blackstock's First Wife? What We Know About Melissa Ashworth first appeared on Parade on Aug 7, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 7, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
a day ago
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How Did Brandon Blackstock Die? What We Know About Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband's Cause of Death
How Did Brandon Blackstock Die? What We Know About Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband's Cause of Death originally appeared on Parade. , a talent manager who was previously married to singer and talk show host Kelly Clarkson, died at age 48, his family announced on Thursday, Aug. 7. In a statement shared with Parade, the Blackstock family said, "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. 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.' Here is what we know about Brandon Blackstock's cause of death. What did Brandon Blackstock do? Born Dec. 19, 1976, Brandon Blackstock was the son of manager Narvel Blackstock and former stepson of singer Reba McEntire. Brandon worked as Kelly Clarkson's manager as well as manager to Blake Shelton. 'I wouldn't have hired Brandon to be my manager if I didn't see first-hand how great he is at that and how much he cares about Blake [Shelton],' Clarkson previously told Marie Claire. According to his IMDB page, Blackstock was an executive producer on the first season of The Kelly Clarkson Show, and he is also credited for the TV special Blake Shelton Live: It's All About Tonight. Related: When did Brandon Blackstock and Kelly Clarkson get married? Brandon Blackstock and Kelly Clarkson married on Oct. 20, 2013, at Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tenn. They divorced in 2022. Did Brandon Blackstock have kids? Brandon Blackstock shares two children with Kelly Clarkson: daughter River Rose, whom they welcomed in June 2014, and son Remington 'Remy' Alexander, whom they welcomed in April 2016. He also had two children, Savannah and Seth, from a previous marriage. He became a grandfather in 2022 when Savannah gave birth to a son named Lake. Related: How did Brandon Blackstock die? According to a statement from his family, Brandon Blackstock died after a three-year battle with cancer. No more details about his illness have been shared, and Blackstock did not previously open up about his health. What type of cancer did Brandon Blackstock have? While Blackstock's family stated that he died after a three-year battle with cancer, no specific details regarding the type of cancer have been announced. How Did Brandon Blackstock Die? What We Know About Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband's Cause of Death first appeared on Parade on Aug 7, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
CNA
3 days ago
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Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and former manager, dies at 48
Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and talent manager, has died of cancer, his family said Thursday (Aug 7). He was 48. 'Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years,' a representative for the Blackstock family shared in a statement to The Associated Press. '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 was first reported by People magazine. On Wednesday, Clarkson announced that she was postponing her 'Studio Session' concerts in Las Vegas, writing on Instagram, '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.' Blackstock was the father to four children, including two from his previous marriage to Melissa Ashworth: Savannah and Seth. He has two young children with Clarkson: River and Remington. Blackstock became a grandfather in 2022, when Savannah gave birth to a son named Lake. Blackstock and Clarkson met at a rehearsal for the Academy of Country Music Awards back in 2006. They started dating in 2012, after reconnecting at a Super Bowl, and married in October 2013. In 2020, she filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences, and requested that she not be required to pay Blackstock spousal support. The filing asked that the singer's legal last name be restored to Clarkson and indicated that the couple had a prenuptial agreement. The divorce was contentious, eventually finalised in 2022. In 2024, the pair agreed to settle lawsuits over millions of dollars that he allegedly overcharged her while serving as her manager during their marriage. Blackstock also formerly represented Blake Shelton and Rascal Flatts. He began his career with Starstruck Entertainment, his father Narvel Blackstock's company. Country legend Reba McEntire was previously married to Narvel Blackstock, from 1989 to 2015, and is the mother of Blackstock's brother Shelby. Narvel Blackstock managed Clarkson before his son took over.
Washington Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and former manager, dies at 48
NEW YORK — Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband and talent manager, has died of cancer, his family said Thursday. He was 48. 'Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years,' a representative for the Blackstock family shared in a statement to The Associated Press. '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.'
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband Brandon Blackstock dead at 48 after cancer battle
's ex-husband Brandon Blackstock has died aged 48 following a battle with cancer. A representative for the family confirmed the talent manager's devastating passing to People in a statement which read: '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. '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 announcement comes hours after Clarkson revealed she was postponing the remaining dates on her Las Vegas residency in August due to her ex-husband's illness. Clarkson, 43, and Blackstock were married from 2013-2022 and share two children, River, 10, and Remington, eight. Blackstock also had two children from a previous marriage, Savannah and Seth, and a grandson, Lake.
