Brandon Blackstock’s daughter Savannah Blackstock is reflecting on her dad’s death one month after his passing following a private battle with cancer.
Savannah, 23, took to Instagram on Thursday, September 24, with a message about grief and support from loved ones.
“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,” she wrote. “Seeing my dad sick and losing him was something I never imagined or could have possibly prepared myself for, let alone young and pregnant.” (Savannah and husband Quentin Lee announced in July that they’re expecting a baby mami in January 2026. The couple also share son Lake, 3, and another daughter named Julianna.)
Savannah continued, “We have had an overwhelming amount of love and support poured onto us over the past 6 months and we are eternally grateful.”
Reba McEntire’s son, Shelby Blackstock, is paying tribute to his half brother Brandon Blackstock. “Words cannot begin to capture the tremendous loss our family has endured. Yesterday, we lost a brother, a father, a grandfather and a son,” Shelby, 35, wrote via Instagram on Friday, August 8. “Brandon Blackstock was an irreplaceable part of our […]
A rep for Brandon confirmed to Us Weekly that the former talent manager had died on August 7. He was 48.
“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,” the rep said in a statement. “We thank you for your thoughts and prayers and ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.”
Brandon shared Savannah and son Seth, 18, with ex Melissa Ashworth. He was also a dad to daughter River, 11, and son Remy, 9, with ex Kelly Clarkson.
Savannah paid tribute to Brandon via Instagram after his death.
Brandon Blackstock, Kelly Clarkson and Savannah Blackstock Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
“My daddy never fell short of making my dreams come true. No matter how high or how far, he made a way,” she wrote on August 19. “Not only did he make my dreams come true, he chased them with me. Worldwide he was there, my biggest cheerleader. He is my best friend, my voice of reason, and my favorite phone call every day.”
Savannah added that she bonded with her father over faith in their final six months together.
“He always loved the Lord, but 6 months ago he sought the Lord. He was hungry for the word and we did it together,” she continued. “He’s gifted me more than I could’ve asked for and deserved throughout my life, but 12 days ago he blessed me the most valuable gift I could’ve asked for. The gift of knowing where he is today, in Heaven with our Savior.”
Reba McEntire is speaking out after her stepson Brandon Blackstock’s death. McEntire, 70, responded to a Friday, August 8, Instagram post by her son, Shelby Blackstock, whom she shares with ex Narvel Blackstock. “Words cannot begin to capture the tremendous loss our family has endured. Yesterday, we lost a brother, a father, a grandfather, and […]
Savannah concluded, “I lost a piece of my heart and my favorite Cowboy, but Heaven gained an angel. I’m so thankful for the time I did have and I can’t wait for eternity. I love you daddy and I will miss you indefinitely. Enjoy your ranch up there, God designed it with your heart’s desires in mind. ❤️.”
While attending the 2025 Emmys on September 14, Brandon’s former stepmom, Reba McEntire, shared how his children are coping with his death.
“We miss him. We miss him every minute,” the Happy’s Place star, 70, told Entertainment Tonight. “The kids are doing well, they’re all bonding together and hanging out with each other, and taking it one day at a time. We know God’s got this.”
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