KELLY Clarkson’s ex-husband Brandon Blackstock was seen beaming with his family at the rodeo just months before his tragic death at 48.
In the photos taken in March 2025, Brandon can be seen smiling with various loved ones, including his famous stepmom, Reba McEntire.
Brandon Blackstock and Kelly Clarkson backstage at The Rainbow Room on September 6, 2017 in New York City[/caption]
Brandon Blackstock poses with his stepmom, Reba McEntire, and other family member in March 2025[/caption]
Less than five months before the shocking announcement that Brandon had passed away after his battle with cancer, he was pictured in happier times.
In the photo, posted by Brandon’s brother, Shelby Blackstock, the rancher can be seen wearing a cowboy hat, denim jacket, and blue checkered shirt at the Houston Rodeo.
The post also includes Reba, 70, who was previously married to Brandon’s father, Narvel Blackstock, along with the singer’s current partner, Rex Linn.
In another picture shared by Shelby, Brandon appeared to be having a fun time playing arcade games.
Another glimpse into the family-fun night showed Brandon and the rest of the group beaming for the camera in the stands of the Texas venue.
They got closer and hugged for the camera backstage in another photo, where the Fancy singer also made another appearance.
“Family time, the @rodeohouston , & corn dogs! We had a blast in Houston watching @rissablackstock experience her first rodeo.
“And being able to spend cherished time with family! Mom’s concert was the icing on the cake,” Brandon’s brother, Shelby, captioned the Instagram post.
Brandon poses with his loved ones in the stands of the Houston Rodeo in March 2025[/caption]
He can be seen enjoying arcade games with his brother in the March 2025 photos[/caption]
Brandon, who became very private following his divorce from Kelly, was not pictured much in recent years.
After the couple’s separation in June 2020, Brandon left Los Angeles, where Kelly was currently residing for her talk show, to live a quieter life on his ranch in Montana.
The couple endured a drawn-out custody battle, that turned nasty in court, after Kelly filed for divorce.
Their divorce was finalized in 2022 and cost Kelly a fortune, including a one-time payment of $1.3 million, monthly child support of $45,601, as well as a monthly spousal support payment of $115,000.
However, Kelly was granted primary custody of their two children, River Rose, 10, and Remington Alexander, 8, with Brandon having visitation rights
‘GREAT SADNESS’
On Thursday, Starstruck Entertainment, which is the music agency where Blackstock worked, confirmed that he had died.
“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,” they wrote in the statement first published by People.
Kelly Clarkson, Brandon Blackstock, Savannah Blackstock, River Rose Blackstock, Remington Alexander Blackstock, and Seth Blackstock attend STX Films World Premiere of UglyDolls at L.A. Live on April 27, 2019[/caption]
