The family of Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, is beginning to speak out after his tragic death at age 48. Brandon died on Thursday, August 7, after a private, yearslong battle with cancer. His brother, race car driver Shelby Blackstock, 35, was one of the first in the family to publicly address his passing.

Brandon Blackstock dealt with a private health crisis for three years before he died on Thursday, Aug. 7. In announcing his death, a representative for the talent manager and his family revealed that Blackstock,