Kelly Clarkson returns to screens a month after her ex-husband's tragic death

Kelly Clarkson has returned to her TV show stateside a month afterthe death of her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock. The former American Idol winner, 43, took time out from presenting The Kelly Clarkson Show after the tragic news of Brandon's death in August.

Brandon, who was married to Kelly for almost seven years their split in 2022, died from melanoma on August 7. He was aged just 48. The duo shared two children together, River Rose, 11, and nine-year-old Remy. Brandon also had two children from a previous relationship.

Now, returning to her role on the show, Kelly showed her usual mix of humour and emotion. While she didn't directly touch on her former husband's death, the occasion was emotional.

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During the show, Kelly spoke with Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell. The Hollywood pair were on the show to promote their new film A Big Bold Beautiful Journey. The trio bonded over 'the highs and lows of parenthood'.

Earlier this month, Reba McEntire opened up about how her grandchildren, Brandon and Kelly's children, are doing following his tragic death. She was speaking while on the red carpet at the Emmys.

"The kids are doing well, they're all bonding together and hanging out with each other, and taking it one day at a time," she confessed. "We know God's got this."

Brandon, who was a talent manager, died after living with melanoma for over three years. A rep for his family announced the death at the time via a prepared statement.

It read: "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."

Brandon's daughter Savannah recently admitted she "never imagined" she would lose her father. The sad message posted on Instagram shared her pain. The 23-year-old, who is expecting her third child, wrote on the social media platform: “So far, 2025 has been a year full of ‘Trust in the Lord and lean not on your own understanding.’

"As we’re ending Quarter 3 I’ve found myself looking back at all of the love and support my husband and I have had through the lows and heartbreak.

"Seeing my dad sick and losing him was something I never imagined or could have possibly prepared myself for, let alone young and pregnant.

"We have had an overwhelming amount of love and support poured onto us over the past 6 months and we are eternally grateful."

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