More details are emerging about Brandon Blackstock’s private life in the days following his unexpected death.
The 47-year-old music manager — best known as Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband — was in a relationship with Brittney Jones, a woman who once worked closely with Clarkson, before his passing.
According to Us Weekly, Blackstock and Jones had been together for some time, and his family was fully supportive of the relationship. “Brandon and Brittney were in a relationship, and his family was very happy and supportive. His children spent a lot of time with her and had grown close to her,” a source told the outlet.
Jones’ professional history with the Clarkson family dates back to 2016, when she worked as the singer’s production assistant in Nashville. By 2018, she had transitioned into a role as Blackstock’s executive assistant in Los Angeles while still managing Clarkson’s day-to-day schedule.
In 2020 — the same year Clarkson filed for divorce — Jones moved to Montana to work with Blackstock on his ranch, V Bar B Cattle Co. Together, the pair built Valley View Rodeo and expanded into Headwaters Livestock Auction in Bozeman.
The romance, however, only became public knowledge through Blackstock’s obituary. The tribute described Jones as his “beautiful and loving partner in life,” noting that the couple had built a home and multiple businesses together in Montana.
Jones’ father, Larry, also paid tribute in a now-private Facebook post, calling Blackstock his daughter’s “soulmate” and saying he considered him like a son. “We’re sure going to miss your funny humor. R.I.P hoss,” he wrote.
While Clarkson has not commented publicly, a People magazine source revealed the singer is “devastated” by the loss. The insider said Clarkson remained protective of Blackstock in front of their two children, even after their difficult divorce. “She never spoke poorly about Brandon to the kids,” the source explained. “She’s been devastated for them.”
Blackstock’s passing has left a deep impact on both his loved ones and those who knew him professionally, marking the end of a chapter that combined music, family, and a return to his Montana roots.
