Kelly Clarkson is taking time off to focus on her children following her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock's death.

A source tells People that the Grammy winner has "been devastated" for her kids, saying "When she found out that he was sick, she remained protective of him for their sake. Kelly has always tried to keep things classy. It became clear earlier this year that Brandon was not doing well. She’s been devastated for the kids."

Kelly filed for divorce from Brandon in 2020, but always prioritized her kids' relationship with him—even when things got messy.

"The divorce was incredibly difficult for her — messy, painful and something she felt terrible about," the source says. "But she always wanted her kids to have the best relationship possible with their dad. She never spoke poorly

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