Brandon Blackstock, the talent manager and ex-husband of Kelly Clarkson, died on Thursday following a three-year battle with cancer, according to People . He was 48 years old.

“It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,” a representative for Blackstock’s family told People . “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 revealed that Blackstock was sick on Wednesday, announcing that she was canceling the remaining August dates of her Las Vegas residency in order to be “fully present” for her children. “While I normally keep my personal

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