Brandon Blackstock’s Ex-Wife Shares Touching Tribute: ‘He Loved Hard’ & ‘Fought Hard’

Kelly Clarkson‘s ex-husband Brandon Blackstock passed away on August 7, 2025, following a battle with cancer. Blackstock’s first wife paid tribute to him in a touching post that celebrated his role as a dad and grandfather.

Brandon Blackstock’s Ex-Wife Pays Tribute to Him

On August 8, 2025, Blackstock’s first wife, Melissa Ashworth Wells, took to Instagram to post a moving tribute to her ex.

“On May 29, 1999 I married the man who would become the father of my children,” she wrote in the caption that included a wedding photo. “Brandon was full of charm, witt, and just an absolute gentleman who happened to wear cowboy boots, wrangler jeans, and a cowboy hat.”

She continued, “He was by far, hands down, the best Daddy and Pa. He loved hard and he fought hard. The best thing Brandon has left for his children is they know where he is. I’ve heard it said, ‘Nothing is lost when you know where it is’ and Brandon is with Jesus his Savior.”

Ashworth added, “Savannah, Seth, and our grandchildren are the best parts of who Brandon and I are. Thank you all for your prayers and condolences.”

On August 7, a rep for Blackstock’s family shared in a statement: “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away. Brandon bravely battled cancer for more than three years. He passed away peacefully and was surrounded by family. We thank you for your thoughts and prayers and ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.”

Seth Blackstock Honored His Father With a Touching Tribute

On August 9, Blackstock’s son Seth shared a tribute to his late father.

“I lost my hero yesterday, words can’t describe how proud of you I am on raising me and your 3 other kids,” he wrote. “You were a father, a son, a brother, and most importantly my best friend. You’ll have to watch me grow up from a Birds Eye view now buts that’s ok with me.”

He continued, “There’s no one else on this earth that I would want to be my dad because no one can be half the man you were to me. I’ll see you everyday when the sun rises and falls. I can confidently say all the deer and elk took a sigh of relief when the best hunter I’ve ever known laid his rifle down for the last time.

Seth added, “I love you so much and can’t wait to throw a line in the water with you again. Love you dad. Be good or good at it — love your son Seth.”