Kelly Clarkson's Ex-husband Brandon Blackstock Dead At 48

Kelly Clarkson's erstwhile hubby and nan begetter of her 2 children died pursuing a three-year conflict pinch cancer, his typical said connected Thursday.

He was 48.

“It is pinch awesome sadness that we stock nan news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away," a spokesperson for Blackstock said successful a statement.

"Brandon bravely battled crab for much than 3 years. He passed distant peacefully and was surrounded by family. We convey you for your thoughts and prayers and inquire everyone to respect nan family’s privateness during this very difficult time.”

Clarkson had announced connected Wednesday that she was postponing nan remainder of her “Studio Session” concerts successful Las Vegas this period to support her family.

The "American Idol" star told fans connected Instagram that she was prioritizing nan needs of her loved ones.

“While I usually support my individual life private, this past year, my children’s begetter has been sick and astatine this moment, I request to beryllium afloat coming for them,” wrote nan three-time Grammy winner.

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