Kelly Clarkson is reportedly “devastated” for her children after her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock’s death.

“When she found out that he was sick, she remained protective of him for their sake,” a source told People following Blackstock’s death on Thursday, adding that the “American Idol” winner has “always tried to keep things classy.”

“It became clear earlier this year that Brandon was not doing well,” they continued. “She’s been devastated for the kids.”

Blackstock — who died on Thursday at age 48 after battling melanoma — and Clarkson endured a contentious divorce, finalized in 2022. They initially split in 2020 after almost seven years of marriage.

Still, the “Stronger” songstress helped care for him in his final days — even canceling her Las Vegas residency for the second

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