VERY SAD NEWS: 24 Hours Ago in Butte, Montana — Kelly Clarkson Hospitalized After Learning of Ex-Husband Brandon Blackstock’s Passing
Butte, Montana — The world is reeling from the heartbreaking news that Kelly Clarkson, beloved singer, songwriter, and television personality, has been hospitalized at the age of 43 following the sudden death of her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, after a private battle with cancer.
According to her older sister, Alyssa Clarkson, the moment Kelly learned of Brandon’s passing was one of overwhelming grief. “She couldn’t stop crying… it was too much for her,” Alyssa said, her own voice trembling. The two shared years of history, two children, and countless moments of life together — bonds that, despite divorce, could never be erased.
The couple, who married in 2013, had weathered both the highs of public life and the quiet struggles behind the scenes before finalizing their divorce in 2022. Though they had gone their separate ways, Kelly had often spoken of the deep respect and gratitude she felt for Brandon as the father of their children.
Friends close to the family say the news of his passing came unexpectedly, sending Kelly into an emotional collapse that required immediate medical attention. Doctors at the Butte hospital where she is being treated are reportedly keeping her under close observation, ensuring she has both medical care and emotional support in the wake of the loss.
“They had their differences,” Alyssa continued, “but at the end of the day, he was family. She’s heartbroken for their kids, and she’s heartbroken for the years they shared.”
Fans from around the world have taken to social media to share condolences and messages of love, sending prayers not only for Kelly’s recovery but also for the entire Clarkson and Blackstock families. Many have recalled how Kelly’s music — often drawn from her own experiences with love and loss — helped them through their own heartbreaks, and now they hope that same resilience will guide her through this devastating chapter.
While no official statement has yet been released by Kelly’s representatives, those closest to her stress that she is surrounded by loved ones and focusing on her health. As one longtime friend put it: “Kelly has always been the one to lift others up when they were hurting. Now, it’s our turn to lift her up.”
For millions who have followed her journey from a small-town Texas girl to one of the most recognized voices in the world, this moment is a reminder that even the brightest stars face storms of their own.