Kelly Clarkson And Brandon Blackstock's Best Red Carpet Moments When They Were Married

Although Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock's marriage didn't make the long haul, they seemed to have a sweet relationship after meeting at an American Country Music Awards rehearsal — at least based on their cute red carpet moments. "This guy walks by, making everybody laugh. I said, 'I'm gonna end up with him. I know it,'" the "American Idol" winner later recalled to People. The two didn't date until years later, however, meeting up again in 2012. Clarkson and Blackstock got engaged in the same year and officially tied the knot in 2013.

With Clarkson as a superstar singer and television host and Blackstock firmly entrenched in the music industry as a talent manager, it's no surprise that they shared many red carpet moments before their divorce in 2022. Sadly, the cattle rancher died just a few years later in August 2025. He was more of a behind-the-scenes guy, but being tied to the "Since U Been Gone" singer catapulted him into the spotlight. During his marriage to Clarkson, the former couple slayed many times while posing at industry events, and we're taking a look back at their best moments. 

In a sweet family moment, Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock brought their kids to the 2019 premiere of "UglyDolls." Clarkson and Blackstock share two children — River and Remington — while the latter has a daughter, Savannah, and a son, Seth, from his previous marriage to Melissa Ashworth. Seth and Remington wore adorable, mostly matching tuxes, while Clarkson stood out in her bright-pink gown with balloon sleeves. Meanwhile, River was clad in a dress covered in bows, with Savannah wearing a multicolored sequined dress. We're sure this was a family event to remember.

It's always heartwarming when couples show love on the red carpet, and cameras caught Kelly Clarkson giving then-husband Brandon Blackstock a little smooch on his cheek at the 2018 Grammy Awards. The "Voice" coach wore a gorgeous black gown with gold embellishments, aka one of the best colors to wear with blond hair in any season. Blackstock looked dapper in his tux, and according to his bemused expression, he was delighted at being the recipient of Clarkson's kiss.

Before Kelly Clarkson filed for divorce from Brandon Blackstock in June 2020, the two enjoyed a night out together in January of that year at the Critics' Choice Awards. They looked like a dapper duo in head-to-toe black, while Clarkson proved why red lipstick is always a good idea with her crimson pout. They stood angled toward each other, putting up a united front in a sweet way. No one would've expected the divorce that came later that year.

It's not every day that the president asks you to sing during their inauguration, but Kelly Clarkson had the honor to do so for Barack Obama in 2013. Anyone would be nervous singing in front of the nation, but Clarkson looked confident as she walked with Brandon Blackstock, who held her hand as she entered the venue. There's no performance that the mom of two doesn't nail, and she did just that as she belted out "My Country 'Tis of Thee."

If the Blackstock name sounds familiar, it's because you might have heard of Reba McEntire's ex, Narvel Blackstock. He's Brandon Blackstock's father, so Kelly Clarkson and the "Reba" star were more than just colleagues on "The Voice." In 2015, all four entertainment-industry bigwigs enjoyed each other's company at Celebrity Fight Night in Arizona while dressed to the nines in their evening wear. She rocked long, luscious hair at the time, though Kelly Clarkson now has a dramatic new hairstyle that fits her face shape perfectly.

Nobody puts Kelly Clarkson in the corner. When you're a multi-Grammy winner and one of the biggest pop stars ever, it's only front-row seating at awards shows for you. Clarkson got premium viewing with Brandon Blackstock by her side during the 2017 American Music Awards, and they looked like the ultimate power couple at the time. Not only did Clarkson grace the show with her presence, but she also opened the night by singing R.E.M.'s "Everybody Hurts" with fellow pop star Pink. She and Blackstock definitely deserved their spot up front that night.