Singer Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband and famous talent manager, Brandon Blackstock, passed away on August 7, 2025, after his long battle with cancer. Brandon, who passed away at the age of 48, was a popular name in the entertainment world, managing artists like Rascal Flatts, Blake Shelton, and Carly Pearce.
Before marrying Kelly, Brandon Blackstock was married to Melissa Ashworth from 2001 to 2012, with whom he had two children. After his divorce from Melissa, Brandon went on to marry Kelly Clarkson in 2013. In 2020, Brandon and Kelly split, and their divorce was finalised in 2022. Post his divorce from Kelly, Brandon found love in Brittney Marie Jonas, with whom he was living during his final days.
After Brandon’s death, an obituary posted by Butte Funeral Home called Brittney his ‘beautiful and loving partner in life and business,’ crediting her with helping him build the legacy he dreamed of in Montana. However, it had no mention of Kelly, which was heartbreaking for the singer. Let us read on to know more about Brandon Blackstock’s partner, Kelly.
Brittney Marie Jones was Kelly Clarkson’s production assistant
Brittney Marie Jones worked as Kelly Clarkson’s production assistant in Nashville from 2016 to 2018. According to Brittney’s LinkedIn, in December 2018, she became an executive management assistant for Blackstock, assisting day-to-day artists for Kelly. In 2020, Brittney became an executive assistant for V Bar B Cattle Co., a Montana ranch owned by Blackstock. In the same month, Kelly filed for divorce from Brandon.
Brandon Blackstock found love in Brittney Marie Jones
Soon, Brandon and Brittney’s professional partnership turned personal, and Brandon fell in love with Brittney. Following his divorce from Kelly, he and Brittney moved to Montana. Together, they launched Headwaters Livestock Auction and Valley View Rodeo. He spent his final days with Brittney by his side.
Brittney Marie Jones is not a public figure
Unlike Brandon’s former wife, Kelly Clarkson, Brittney is not a public figure and chooses to stay away from the limelight. That is why Brandon and Brittney’s relationship became public as they kept it away from the media. Just like Brandon, Brittney was married twice, but details about her husbands are not available.
Brandon Blackstock’s obituary mentioned Brittney as his ‘partner in life and business’
After Brandon’s death, his obituary mentioned his romantic relationship with Brittney. However, the name of his legally wedded wife, Kelly Clarkson, was nowhere mentioned. This started a debate on social media, with Kelly’s fans calling it a ‘low blow’. Brandon’s obituary can be read as:
“Brandon, along with his beautiful and loving partner in life and business, Brittney Marie Jones, started building a life, building companies, and working tirelessly to create Headwaters Livestock Auction and what will live on as his legacy, The Valley View Rodeo in Bozeman, Montana.”
Brandon Blackstock and Kelly Clarkson’s publicised divorce
Kelly and Brandon stayed married for seven years; however, it was Kelly who filed for a divorce in 2020, citing ‘irreconcilable differences’. However, after the couple was granted a divorce, Kelly revealed in a podcast that she was unhappy in her marriage and felt stuck with Brandon. The couple reportedly had a legal battle over finances and children’s custody.
In March 2022, the two settled their divorce battle as Kelly reportedly paid Brandon a lump sum amount of USD 1,326,161. She was also ordered to pay Brandon a monthly amount of USD 150,000, which was later reduced to USD 115,000 after extensive negotiations. Additionally, Kelly was bound to pay USD 45,601 monthly for their children, River Rose and Remington Alexander, till they reach 18.
Despite their divorce, Kelly Clarkson stood by her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, during his last days. But omission of her name from his obituary is really heartbreaking.
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