Kelly Clarkson gets moving advice from friend Dolly Parton after the death of ex-husband Brandon Blackstock

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Last week, following the tragic passing of her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock at the age of 48 after a fight against melanoma, Dolly Parton reached out to offer words of comfort to her friend Kelly Clarkson.

Parton’s guidance for the 43-year-old singer was rooted in personal experience, given that she had recently lost her husband, Carl Dean, only five months prior.

Dean, who preferred to stay out of the limelight, passed away in March at the age of 82. He had been married to the renowned 79-year-old country music artist for 58 years before his death.

As a devoted admirer, I couldn’t help but echo the wisdom that Dolly Parton so gracefully shared following the heart-wrenching silence broken by my beloved Reba McEntire – her cherished friend and once stepmother to the late Randy Blackstock.

Narvel Blackstock, Blackstock’s father who is a movie producer, was in marriage with McEntire from 1989 to 2015. They have a common son, Shelby, who happens to be Blackstock’s half-brother and is currently 35 years old.

During an intimate chat with Entertainment Tonight, Dolly Parton advised both Kelly and Reba to reminisce about the joyful moments they shared with their dearly departed loved one instead.

Parton expressed that it’s important to appreciate the time spent with someone, and to cherish the most memorable moments from your experiences together.

She advised that individuals going through grief could channel the positive energy from their happier past moments, and integrate it into themselves as a way of transformation.

Parton expressed that Clarkson and McEntire ought to remember their deceased with respect, and she suggested that they might find solace in believing that their departed relatives are currently residing in a more favorable situation compared to the current state of affairs.

Was the singer from ‘9 To 5’ inquired if she had reached out to Clarkson to offer her sympathies following the passing of her former spouse?

Instead of the original statement,

“Parton clarified that she hasn’t managed to reach out to the former American Idol winner because she’s been engrossed in promoting her new memoir, Star Of The Show: My Life On Stage.

‘But I will, I’ll catch up with her,’ Parton added.

Additionally, she mentioned that she would get an opportunity to meet McEntire in person shortly, as they were scheduled to collaborate together on the day of the recording for promotional purposes related to her upcoming book.

Speaking about it, I adore Reba and Kelly Parton equally,” she shared, going on to discuss the challenges of maintaining friendships within the bustling entertainment industry.

The singer-songwriter mentioned that she has many contacts within the industry, but finds it rare to spend quality time with them.

She clarified that when asked about her closest friends, she typically responds by saying, “My best friends are actually my family members, particularly my sisters, because I tend to be quite busy and don’t often find the time for socializing outside of my immediate family.

In March of this year, during the Houston Rodeo, Blackstock appeared somewhat weak in a group photograph that included McEntire and his grandson Lake, who was being held by his daughter Savannah (from his marriage with Melissa Ashworth).

Back at the Houston Rodeo in March this year, there was a photo taken featuring McEntire, Blackstock’s grandson Lake, and his daughter Savannah from a previous marriage with Melissa Ashworth. In the picture, it seemed that Blackstock looked rather frail.

In March, there was a personal loss for Parton as her long-term spouse, Carl Dean, passed away on the 3rd. They had been married almost 60 years.

In a heartfelt eulogy, the singer reminisced about the numerous joyful years shared with Dean, expressing profound affection towards him. She also acknowledged the outpouring of support from fans in the form of prayers.

Through a poignant farewell, the artist looked back on the numerous memorable moments they experienced together during their long-standing relationship. With heartfelt words, she conveyed her deep love for Dean and acknowledged the well wishes from fans in the form of prayers.

For several delightful decades, Carl and I shared an extraordinary love that words struggle to capture – a bond lasting more than six decades. I appreciate your heartfelt prayers and condolences,” is one way to paraphrase the given statement in a natural and easy-to-read manner.

The couple had been married since 1966.

In 2024, Parton offered a seldom-seen insight into her marital life, explaining the reason behind her husband’s reluctance to accompany her in public engagements.

During a conversation on Bunnie Xo’s Dumb Blonde Podcast, the celebrity disclosed that although her spouse has a deep appreciation for music, he harbors no desire whatsoever to pursue a career in it.

Reflecting on a pivotal moment early in their marriage, Parton disclosed that she persuaded her spouse to accompany her to an awards ceremony in 1967, where she received the BMI Song of the Year accolade.

Although victorious, Dean felt utterly miserable during the event. Later on, she remembered him saying, “I genuinely congratulate you, but please never ask me to attend another event like this again as I have no intention of going.

As promised, Dean refrained from attending any more award shows with her, and he continued to keep a low profile. Remarkably, his absence didn’t seem to lessen her affection for him in any way.

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2025-08-13 05:34