Dolly Parton’s Touching Message After Brandon Blackstock’s Death

Dolly Parton’s heartfelt words have brought comfort to fans and friends grieving the death of Brandon Blackstock. On August 7, the country music world lost Brandon at the age of 48, following a three-year battle with melanoma. Reba McEntire, Kelly Clarkson, and many others have been deeply affected by this loss.

Brandon Blackstock’s Family and Career

Reba McEntire married Narvel Blackstock in 1989. At the time, Narvel already had three children, including Brandon, who was 12. The couple later welcomed their son Shelby in 1990. Even after divorcing Narvel in 2015, Reba considered Brandon as her own son.

Following in his father’s footsteps, Brandon became a talent manager, representing major country stars like Blake Shelton, Rascal Flatts, and Kelly Clarkson.

Marriage to Kelly Clarkson

In 2013, Brandon married Kelly Clarkson. They had two children together, while Brandon had two older children from a previous relationship. In 2020, the couple divorced. Not long after, Brandon was diagnosed with cancer, leading to a long and difficult health battle.

Dolly Parton’s Advice for Healing

Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, Dolly Parton shared her thoughts for both Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson. Although she had not yet spoken to Kelly, Dolly said she had been in contact with Reba on the day of the interview.

“I think that you just have to be grateful for the years you’ve had with someone,” Dolly Parton said. “Remember the best moments, use the energy they gave you, and turn it into something positive. Honor their memory and know they are in a better place than we are.”