Days after the sudden death of Brandon Blackstock, the world is learning a side of his story that was never splashed across tabloids or gossip columns. In a heartfelt obituary, the former husband of Kelly Clarkson was remembered not just as a devoted father and music manager, but as a man deeply in love — with a woman who, until now, had remained almost completely out of public view. Her name: Brittney Marie Jones.
According to the tribute, Jones was more than a romantic partner — she was Brandon’s co-builder in life and business. Together, the two created Headwaters Livestock Auction and the Valley View Rodeo in Bozeman, Montana, a legacy he hoped would last for generations. The obituary painted their relationship as one of joy, purpose, and shared dreams, far removed from the glare of Hollywood and the shadow of his high-profile divorce.
Brandon’s marriage to Kelly Clarkson, which lasted from 2013 to 2020, was one of the most talked-about relationships in country-pop circles. They shared two children — River, now 11, and Remington, 9 — while Brandon was also father to Savannah and Seth from a previous relationship. Even after his split from Clarkson and a divorce finalized in 2022, his obituary made it clear: family was the heartbeat of his existence.
“Never did his star shine brighter than in his role as a father,” the obituary read, describing him as “born to be a ‘Pa.’” It was a role he cherished above all else, one that eclipsed any fame or business success. His children, the tribute said, were and always would be his greatest love and his most enduring legacy.
But alongside the glowing memories came questions. How long had Brandon and Brittney been together? Was their love born in the quiet aftermath of his public split, or had it quietly existed for longer? Friends and insiders have stayed tight-lipped, refusing to comment on the details of the final years of his life. For now, much of their love story remains a private chapter, guarded by those who knew him best.
The obituary also honored his deep connection to music, community, and the dreamer’s spirit that drove him — whether in Nashville’s bustling industry or the wide-open landscapes of Montana. “He changed lives. He changed communities. He changed us all,” it read. His family will honor his life with a celebration on August 17, a day expected to draw both loved ones and those whose lives he quietly touched.
Brandon Blackstock died of melanoma on August 7 at the age of 48, following a three-year battle with cancer. His family’s statement shared that he passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. As one line in the obituary put it: “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal. This is when the cowboy rides away.”
