Kelly Clarkson has made the difficult decision to postpone all remaining August dates of her Studio Sessions residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas—a move that marks the second abrupt cancellation in just over a month. The singer cited her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock’s serious illness and her need to be fully present for their children, River (11) and Remington (9).
This follows a troubling trend that began earlier in 2025, when Clarkson canceled her opening night merely 90 minutes before showtime to protect her voice—she described the strain from preparations as potentially causing “serious damage”. Additionally, fans and colleagues were alarmed by her unexplained absence from The Kelly Clarkson Show in March, where multiple episodes were filled by guest hosts.
In her emotional Instagram announcement on August 6, Clarkson wrote:
“While I normally keep my personal life private, this past year, my children’s father has been ill and at this moment, I need to be fully present for them. I am sincerely sorry to everyone who bought tickets to the shows and I so appreciate your grace, kindness and understanding.”
Celebrities including Debbie Gibson, Rita Wilson, and Arielle Kebbel quickly rallied around her with supportive comments, emphasizing that family should always come first. Fans echoed those sentiments:
“Kelly, your family… your kids come first! That’s what makes you so special!” and “Those kids need you more than we do! Go be the best momma!”
Former Husband Passed Away at 48 After a Private Battle With Cancer
Brandon Blackstock, a noted talent manager, ex-husband of Kelly Clarkson, and former stepson of country star Reba McEntire, has died at the age of 48. His family shared that he bravely battled cancer for more than three years, passing away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. They have asked for privacy during this difficult time.
Blackstock and Clarkson, who were married in 2013 before finalizing their divorce in 2022, shared two children: River Rose (11) and Remington Alexander (9). He also had two older children, Savannah and Seth, from a previous marriage, and became a grandfather in 2022.
His passing comes just one day after Clarkson announced the postponement of her Las Vegas “Studio Sessions” residency. She explained that she needed to be fully present for their children during this private family crisis.
