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Kelly Clarkson's Ex-Husband Brandon Blackstock Dies at 48

8/13/2025

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Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, tragically passed away at 48 from melanoma on August 7 in Montana. His obituary revealed a poignant connection with Brittney Marie Jones, Clarkson's former assistant, while Clarkson herself provided care during his battle with the illness. His death serves as a stark reminder of the perils of melanoma, a serious skin cancer linked to UV exposure.

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Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband, tragically passed away at 48 from melanoma on August 7 in Montana. His obituary revealed a poignant connection with Brittney Marie Jones, Clarkson's former assistant, while Clarkson herself provided care during his battle with the illness. His death serves as a stark reminder of the perils of melanoma, a serious skin cancer linked to UV exposure.