Kelly Clarkson Betrayed: Ex's Shocking Love Affair with Her Former Assistant
KELLY CLARKSON'S EX-HUSBAND BRANDON BLACKSTOCK SHOCKING LOVE LIFE REVEALED AFTER TRAGIC DEATH
In a bombshell revelation that's left fans reeling, Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband Brandon Blackstock's obituary has exposed his shocking romantic life after his three-year battle with cancer. The news is set to send shockwaves through the entertainment industry, and it seems Clarkson is still grappling with the fallout.
Blackstock, 48, was married to American Idol winner Clarkson, 43, from 2013 until their messy divorce in 2020. Despite sharing two adorable kids, River, 11, and Remy, 9, with his former wife, Blackstock's obituary made a stunning admission: he had been in a relationship with Clarkson's trusted ex-assistant, Brittney Marie Jones.
Sources close to Clarkson tell The Scholarly Note that she was aware of the relationship but didn't exactly see it coming. "Kelly felt like she'd been punched in the gut," reveals our insider. "She thought she knew who Brandon was, and this just proved her wrong."
The news comes as a double blow for Clarkson, who has had to deal with the stress of their divorce proceedings and subsequent legal battles. The singer-songwriter filed for divorce citing "irreconcilable differences," but insiders now hint that there was more to it than meets the eye.
"Kelly always thought she knew Brandon's true character, but this revelation just confirmed her worst suspicions," our insider spills. "He was a great dad, but as a husband? Not so much."
Clarkson's divorce from Blackstock was far from smooth sailing. The couple engaged in a heated battle over finances and business dealings, with Clarkson accusing Blackstock of making unauthorized deals on her behalf while working as her talent manager. In the end, she emerged victorious, winning $2.6 million in commissions after the California Labor Commissioner ruled that Blackstock had overstepped his bounds.
But little did fans know, Blackstock was quietly building a new life with Jones in Montana before his untimely death on August 7. His obituary proudly proclaimed their partnership and shared business ventures, including Headwaters Livestock Auction and The Valley View Rodeo in Bozeman, Montana.
As news of the relationship spreads like wildfire, Clarkson is reportedly keeping her head down, focusing on co-parenting with Blackstock rather than engaging in a public spat. "Kelly's not one to stir up drama," our insider assures us. "She knows her fans will be shocked, but she's trying to keep things civil for the kids' sake."
It seems Clarkson's priority is protecting her children from the harsh realities of their parents' complicated past. As our source puts it, "When Brandon dealt with his cancer, Kelly just wanted him to live his life as he pleased. She never begrudged Brittney or saw her as a threat – she just hoped everyone would move on and be happy."
But what about Clarkson's own happiness? Insiders suggest that the singer-songwriter is still reeling from the shock of Blackstock's secret relationship, and this latest revelation has only added to her pain. "Kelly thought she'd finally moved on from this chapter of her life," our source shares. "But now she's faced with a harsh reminder that sometimes, you just can't leave the past behind."
In the end, it seems Clarkson is taking a mature approach to this messy situation, choosing to prioritize her children and keep the drama under wraps. As one insider puts it, "Kelly's not going to let Brandon or Brittney bring her down. She'll rise above it all and come out stronger on the other side."