Kelly Clarkson Divorcing Brandon Blackstock: Look Back at Their Sweetest Family Moments

Kelly Clarkson filed for divorce from husband Brandon Blackstock citing "irreconcilable differences" and requested joint custody of their two children, River and Remy

By Cydney Contreras Jun 11, 2020 8:01 PM
| Updated Jun 11, 2020 11:15 PM
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Watch: Kelly Clarkson Files for Divorce From Brandon Blackstock

Kelly Clarkson is ending her nearly seven year marriage to Brandon Blackstock.

According to court documents obtained by E! News, the Voice coach filed for divorce from her husband in a Los Angeles court last week, citing "irreconcilable differences" as the cause of their split. She requested joint custody of their two children, Remington Alexander and River Rose Blackstock. She also is a proud stepmom to Savannah and Seth Blackstock.

Clarkson hasn't addressed her decision to part ways with Blackstock.

The two began dating in 2012 and after a brief courtship, Kelly announced they were engaged. "I'M ENGAGED!!!! I wanted y'all to know!!" she wrote. "Happiest night of my life last night! I am so lucky and am with the greatest man ever."

They exchanged vows nearly a year later in Tennessee and almost immediately got pregnant with their daughter River Rose.

River was joined by little brother Remington, or Remy as the family calls him, when she was 2-years-old. 

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Reba McEntire & Kelly Clarkson's Sweetest Moments

Over the years, the singer has shared numerous photos of her little ones, who she's previously said make her feel "empowered." To see some of these sweet moments of Kelly, Brandon and their kids, check out the gallery below. 

A Moment Like This

Kelly Clarkson's kids River and Remy, whose dad is her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, sweetly stole the show when they appeared on a December 2024 episode of her eponymous series. 

Mother-Son Night Out

For the 2024 Grammys, the "Because Of You" brought her son Remy as her plus-one.

Fun Backstage

Kelly shared this pic of her kids backstage at her Las Vegas residency show in August 2023, just before they joined their mom onstage for surprise appearances.

Mom & Daughter Memories 

The "Since U Been Gone" singer was joined by her daughter Remy at the 2022 People's Choice Awards.

Star Sighting

River and Remy celebrated their mom receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in September 2022.

Family Movie Premiere

In 2019, Kelly and Brandon attended the premiere of her movie UglyDolls with Remy and River as well as with his kids Seth and Savannah from his previous marriage. The American Idol winner filed for divorce from the manager the following year and their union was formally dissolved in 2022.

Visiting Mom at Work

River and Remy sat alongside celebrity guest Jason Momoa on their mom's talk show in 2019.

Lake Life

Kelly enjoyed some fun in the sun with Remy and River Rose in 2018.

Today Show Appearance

Kelly's kids made the cutest cameo when they joined Hoda Kotb on a 2017 episode of Today.

Howdy, Partner

Who doesn't love a day at Disneyland with mom?

In Charge

River and Remy were ready to help put out fires and solve crime in their costumes.

Road Trip

The kids buckled up for a family drive.

Disco Diva

River proved she already takes after her mom when it comes to performing, and Kelly couldn't have been any more proud.

Flying High

"NYC y'all ain't ready for Remy B......I'M SO EXCITED!!!!!!" Kelly captioned this adorable snap of her little man.

Make-Up Free

Kelly was all smiles as she took this selfie with her daughter.

Girls on Set

When making her music video in 2017, the Texas native brought her daughter along for some behind-the-scenes fun.

Hockey Fun

In May 2017, the fam took in a Nashville Predators hockey game and even rocked matching jerseys. 

Smooches

Ugh, could this be any cuter of an Easter moment?

Remy's Day

Remy's first birthday in 2017 was a total blast and included a massive cake!

Happy Holiday

Kelly and River braved the Tennessee winter temps to be a part of the Nashville Christmas Parade in 2016. And seriously, they're so stinking cute.

 

Play Time

While on a visit to Washington D.C., Kelly's little ones got a ride on a blanket courtesy of their half-brother Seth.

Book Launch

To celebrate the launch of her children's book, the mom of two shared this adorable snap of her and her daughter.

Three Generations

For Mother's Day, the singer gave her mom a sweet shout-out and posted this adorable photo of three generations.

Famous Friends

Live from New York...it's Kelly's little one hanging out with SNL alum Jimmy Fallon.

Mamma's Girl

In October 2014, the Grammy winner shared her first photo of daughter River Rose.

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