Kelly Clarkson‘s world changed forever in August 2025 when her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, died at age 48 after a three-year battle with cancer. But perhaps no one feels this loss more deeply than the two children they shared: 12-year-old River Rose and 10-year-old Remy.The young siblings, who have lived primarily with their mother since Clarkson and Blackstock’s 2022 divorce, now face the unimaginable reality of growing up without their father. Luckily, they have a massive support system with their mom and plenty of other people who love and care about them. Here’s what we know about Kelly Clarkson’s children as they navigate this devastating loss.Related: Why Did Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock Divorce? What We Know
Who are Kelly Clarkson’s children?
Kelly Clarkson and her children, Remington Alexander and River Rose, at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, September 2018Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort via Getty Images
River Rose Blackstock, 12
Born on June 12, 2014, River Rose is Clarkson’s eldest child and only daughter. The tween has been following in her famous mom’s footsteps for quite a while, appearing on the deluxe version of Clarkson’s 2023 album Chemistry with backup vocals on the track “You Don’t Make Me Cry.”
River Rose has also expressed interest in songwriting, telling her mom on The Kelly Clarkson Show in January 2025 that she spends “hours and hours and hours singing, trying to do a song” in her room. Like mother, like daughter!
The preteen has also made several public appearances with her mom, including at the 2022 People’s Choice Awards, where she served as Clarkson’s date for the evening. She’s also performed onstage during her mother’s Las Vegas residency, singing a duet of “Heartbeat Song” with Clarkson.
And both River and her brother, Remington, joined their mom in support onstage during the finale of The Kelly Clarkson Show in August 2026. How sweet!
Remington ‘Remy’ Alexander Blackstock, 10
Born on April 12, 2016, Remy is—surprise, surprise—also deeply into music. He went viral in 2024 after performing Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” for a live audience on The Kelly Clarkson Show.
The 10-year-old has shown he’s serious about performing, even telling an interviewer at the 2024 Grammy Awards that he wants “Remington Alexander” to be his stage name. So official!
View this post on InstagramHe also loves to mix it up and keep things adventurous. Unlike his sister, who was initially hesitant about their family relocating from Los Angeles to New York City for their mother’s talk show, Remy was all about the move.
Clarkson shared on the “Las Culturistas” podcast that her son “loves the chaotic energy” of NYC and was ready to leave LA behind.
Related: 23 Interesting Facts About Kelly Clarkson
How did the children cope with their parents’ divorce?
The Clarkson-Blackstock divorce was finalized in March 2022, with the children living primarily with their mom. Clarkson has been open about the challenges of helping her kids through the separation.
“We have a lot of help as far as therapists or child psychologists because we want to do it right,” Clarkson told Extra. “I definitely want to do it right. Everyone’s sad and it’s okay to be sad.”
Recently, Clarkson opened up about the realities of co-parenting with Blackstock on Kylie Kelce‘s Not Gonna Lie podcast. She discussed the “mom guilt” she experiences when unable to attend school functions and talked about the challenges of single motherhood.
“There’s a lot that I keep in because co-parenting is fun,” Clarkson said, acknowledging the difficulties while also being super clear about her commitment to doing what’s best for River Rose and Remy.
Clarkson has also been protective of her children’s privacy regarding family matters, sharing on Today in 2023: “There’s plenty that I will never talk about because you shouldn’t and that’s a personal thing between me and my ex and also me and my children, that relationship.”
How did Kelly Clarkson choose her children’s names?
View this post on InstagramHer daughter, River Rose, got her name because of where they live. “We live on a river, so we’re very original with that,” Clarkson said. She liked that River could work for either a boy or girl.
Her son’s name happened by accident during lunch one day. Before Clarkson was even pregnant with her second kid, she and her friends were talking about baby names.
“We were at a lunch and I wasn’t even pregnant yet, I was like ‘Man, if we have another kid, we’d want an ‘R’ name,'” she said. “I think it was my nanny and assistant who shouted out Remington and we were like ‘Ooo.'”
Everyone calls him “Remy” though, because Clarkson says the full name doesn’t really match his “chill” personality. She jokes that “if he ever wants a real job one day, he can use Remington.” (Which, as we just learned, is already in the works as his stage name!)
Do Kelly Clarkson’s children have any health challenges?
Kelly Clarkson, Brandon Blackstock, Savannah Blackstock, River Rose Blackstock, Remington Alexander Blackstock, and Seth Blackstock at an event in Los Angeles, California, April 2019Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Both of Clarkson’s kids have dealt with some tough health and school issues that needed extra help.
Remy’s hearing and speech problems
When Remy was little, he couldn’t hear or talk properly because his ears were clogged up with wax. His parents didn’t realize what was wrong at first. “He had a speech problem because he had this ear problem when he was a baby. We didn’t know,” Clarkson explained. “He spoke as if he was underwater.”
This made him about nine months behind other kids his age in talking. Once they fixed the problem, though, Remy caught up quickly. Clarkson was absolutely thrilled: “The fact that he’s making full sentences now and full-on engaging with us is really a blessing.”
River Rose’s reading struggles and bullying
River Rose has dyslexia, which makes reading harder for her than other kids. Unfortunately, this pretty predictably led to some bullying at school.
Things got better when actor Henry Winkler appeared on her mom’s show. He also has dyslexia and told River, “How you learn has nothing to do with how brilliant you are.” (And this is why we all love Henry Winkler!)
Related: Brandon Blackstock’s Net Worth at the Time of His Death
How has Clarkson supported her children through difficult times?
The American Idol winner has always prioritized her kids’ well-being. She actually postponed her Las Vegas residency dates in 2025 to be present for River Rose and Remy during this difficult time.
“While I normally keep my personal life private, this past year, my children’s father has been ill and at this moment, I need to be fully present for them,” Clarkson shared on Instagram in August 2025.
Related: How Did Brandon Blackstock Die? What We Know About Kelly Clarkson’s Ex-Husband’s Cause of Death
What does the future hold for River Rose and Remy?
View this post on InstagramAs River Rose and Remy process the loss of their father, they’ll continue to have the support of their mother, who has built her career around being present for them.
The Clarkson family now faces the challenge of moving forward without Brandon Blackstock, but with River Rose and Remy surrounded by love and professional support, they have the foundation they need to heal and grow.
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