Fans Are Praying for Country Legend as She Mourns Unimaginable Loss originally appeared on Parade.
Country music legend Reba McEntire has spoken out following the death of her stepson, Brandon Blackstock.
“Last week, my stepson/oldest son Brandon Blackstock went home to be with God. His struggle is over and he is in eternal peace in God’s presence. There is no one else like him, and I’m thankful for the time we had together. His legacy and laughter will be carried on through his family. Rest in peace cowboy. Happy trails to you til we meet again,” McEntire captioned an Instagram post on August 12.
Blackstock died on August 7, more than three years after being diagnosed with cancer — which he kept private. He was just 48 years old.
Fans rallied in support of McEntire, who was married to Blackstock’s father, Narvel Blackstock, from 1989 to 2015, in the comments section of her post.
“Sending man prayers and much love to you and your family Reba. I’m so sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace,” one person wrote.
“I’m so sorry for your loss I love you so much! I’ve been praying for you!!!” someone else said.
“I’m sending my prayers and a lot of love to you and your family Reba. I am so sorry for your loss and may he rest in peace,” a third comment read.
“Sending all the love, thoughts and prayers to your family at this difficult time, I am so so sorry for your loss, Reba,” a fourth Instagram user added.
McEntire also received support from some of her colleagues, including Carson Daly and Wynonna Judd.
Blackstock’s ex-wife Kelly Clarkson, with whom he shared two children, has yet to speak out about his death. Blackstock and Clarkson were married from 2013 through 2020. The American Idol winner filed for divorce from Blackstock citing “irreconcilable differences.” While the divorce was less than amicable, Clarkson has been very supportive of Blackstock throughout his health journey and has been a pillar of love and support for her kids, River and Remy through some unimaginable times.
Fans Are Praying for Country Legend as She Mourns Unimaginable Loss first appeared on Parade on Aug 13, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
