Heartbreak deepens — shocking details emerge from Brandon Blackstock’s death certificate, revealing seizures as a contributing factor, leaving Kelly Clarkson and fans worldwide searching for answers to the tragedy that struck so suddenly… read on
Heartbreak deepens — shocking details emerge from Brandon Blackstock’s death certificate, revealing seizures as a contributing factor, leaving Kelly Clarkson and fans worldwide searching for answers to the tragedy that struck so suddenly… read on
New details into the death of Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, emerged Thursday.
Blackstock reportedly suffered from seizures, which were listed as “significant conditions contributing to death but not resulting in the underlying cause,” according to People magazine, citing Blackstock’s death certificate.
Blackstock died Aug. 7 after a “brave and courageous” three-year battle with cancer, a family rep told Fox News Digital at the time. He was 48.
Brandon Blackstock’s cause of death was melanoma, a form of skin cancer. He reportedly suffered from seizures, which were listed as “significant conditions contributing to death but not resulting in the underlying cause,” People magazine reported. (Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS)
Blackstock was listed as a rodeo producer in the rodeo industry, the outlet reported. An autopsy was not performed, and Blackstock was reportedly cremated.
“Brandon Blackstock passed away peacefully at his home in Butte, Montana on August 7th under hospice care surrounded by his family,” Silver Bow County Coroner Dan Hollis told Fox News Digital. Blackstock’s cause of death was melanoma, a form of skin cancer.
The manner of death was natural causes.
“It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,” a representative for the family told Fox News Digital in a statement.
Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband and renowned talent manager, Brandon Blackstock died at the age of 48, following a three year battle with cancer. (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Atlantic Records)
“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.”
Clarkson and Blackstock were married in 2013, but they knew each other previously as Blackstock’s father, Narvel Blackstock, owns the music management company that represented Clarkson beginning in 2007. Blackstock was Clarkson’s manager from 2017 until their split in 2020.
According to his obituary, Blackstock was remembered for pursuing the “cowboy way of life he always wanted to live.”
The talent manager played “important roles in shaping the careers of many larger-than-life celebrities,” according to the eulogy.
Clarkson and Blackstock were married for seven years. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)
“In his early adult years, Brandon moved to Nashville and began his career in the music business,” the obit stated. “He played important roles in shaping the careers of many larger-than-life celebrities and left a lasting impact on everyone who met him. He always had his hand out to pull others up the ladder, to open a door, to make a connection. Many industry insiders have Brandon Blackstock to thank for their opportunities.”
Following more than two decades in the music business, “Brandon found his way back to the mountains and the cowboy way of life he always wanted to live. He found a homestead and a love in Butte, Montana.”
“Brandon didn’t do anything halfway,” the announcement stated. “He charged into life with both guns blazing. He was a cowboy … and valued the cowboy way of life. He drove a big truck, rode a good horse, and removed his hat when he introduced himself. He was a sharpshooter, a man’s man, and a true gentleman. He loved a hard day’s work that started early and finished late.”
Blackstock’s father, TV producer Narvel Blackstock, was previously married to country legend Reba McEntire. (Michael Buckner)
The notice continued, “He had no schedule for when it was time for a cold Coors Light, and his Wrangler jeans were no stranger to a Copenhagen can ring. He rode bulls, but he did not take any. There were no elk, deer, or fish who weren’t slightly afraid of him. He was honest and earnest. He was loyal, hardworking, and loved hard.
“But never did his star shine brighter than in his role as a father. Nothing mattered to Brandon more than his four beautiful children, Savannah, Seth, River, and Remy. To say he was devoted seems cliché. It feels like an overused word, but it is the correct word. He was a devoted father. His four children were and will always be his greatest love and his greatest legacy.”
