Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, dies at 48 after battle with cancer: What we know

Brandon Blackstock and Kelly Clarkson attend
the Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica, Calif., in 2020.
 (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

His death comes a day after the singer announced the postponement of her Las Vegas residency due to his illness.

Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, talent agent and her former manager, has died after a battle with cancer, his family announced on Thursday. He was 48.

"It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away," a representative said in a statement to multiple news outlets. "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."

By Dylan Stableford
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