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Kelly Clarkson has established herself as an enduring presence in both the music and television industries since her remarkable debut on American Idol’s inaugural season in 2002. Following her triumphant win in the singing competition, she has delightfully produced numerous chart-topping hits, including classics like “Since U Been Gone” and “My Life Would Suck Without You.” In addition to her musical achievements, she has taken on the role of a coach on The Voice and launched her own successful talk show in 2019. Kelly married talent manager Brandon Blackstock in 2013, and together they welcomed a daughter in 2014 and a son in 2016. However, Kelly filed for divorce from Brandon in June 2020, and she currently has primary custody of both of their children. Despite the challenges of their separation, Kelly has ensured that their children maintain a relationship with their father. Tragically, in 2025, she postponed her Las Vegas shows due to Brandon’s illness, and he passed away just one day later, reportedly due to Melanoma.
Brandon had two other children from his previous marriage to Melissa Ashworth: Savannah and Seth. To discover more about each child, keep reading!
Meet River Rose: Kelly Clarkson’s Beloved Daughter
Kelly welcomed her daughter, River Rose Blackstock, into the world in 2014! In a heartfelt 2015 interview with People, the singer shared the story behind her daughter’s name, expressing her fondness for androgynous names. “We live on a river, so it really wasn’t that creative,” she revealed. “We were outside on our balcony, and we both looked at each other and were like, ‘What about River? That’s kind of cool.’” Additionally, the choice of River’s middle name was intentional, as it honors her mother’s maiden name, showcasing Kelly’s love for family heritage and the beauty of alliteration.
The talented singer known for “Because Of You” often shares glimpses of her children on social media. During the COVID-19 quarantine, she delighted fans with an adorable photo of River receiving a horseback riding lesson from her father. In addition to her equestrian interests, River has made several charming appearances in her mother’s projects. She was seen joyfully dancing in Kelly’s music video for “Broken and Beautiful.” Furthermore, the Grammy-winning artist has featured her daughter as the main character in two enchanting children’s books she authored: River Rose and the Magical Lullaby and River Rose and the Magical Christmas, highlighting their special bond.
Discover Remington Alexander: Kelly Clarkson’s Adorable Son
Kelly welcomed her son, Remington Alexander Blackstock, in 2016. Just days after his arrival, she took to Twitter to express her overwhelming happiness about having two beautiful children. “I have the coolest kids, most helpful/loving family, & it would be impossible to be happier. I’m filled with love. I want everyone to have this!” she joyfully wrote, showcasing her appreciation for her family.
Recently, Kelly has showcased Remy’s creative flair for building, sharing delightful images of his “engineering” projects with his toys on her Instagram. Beyond showcasing his talents, Kelly has also shared heartwarming moments of her children visiting her while she works on The Voice. She expressed her joy at having them around. A humorous moment was captured when Remy joined her on The Kelly Clarkson Show, where guest Chris Martin from Coldplay played an acoustic rendition of his band’s hit “Yellow.” In a funny twist, Remy interrupted the performance by saying, “I need to go to the bathroom,” which brought laughter to everyone. Kelly humorously captioned the moment on Instagram, “Yep. That’s definitely my kid.”
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