Brandon Blackstock's "soulmate" Brittney Marie Jones, identified in Blackstock's obituary as his "loving partner in life and business," previously worked as Kelly Clarkson's production assistant.

Dolly Parton shared wisdom about navigating grief for her friends Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire following the death of Brandon Blackstock.

The talent manager died at 48 of a form of skin cancer as the singer and TV host has canceled tapings and concerts as the news was revealed.