Reba McEntire knows firsthand what it's like to navigate the complexities of divorce, so she can relate to her stepson Brandon Blackstock and his estranged wife, Kelly Clarkson. The country icon finds herself in a difficult position over their unexpected split because she loves them both dearly and adores all their children as if they were her own. According to an insider speaking exclusively to Closer Weekly, Reba is "torn" about the situation.
Reba's Emotional Struggles
Reba McEntire, who has experienced her own share of heartbreak, is deeply affected by the divorce between her former stepson Brandon Blackstock and his wife, Kelly Clarkson. "Reba, Kelly’s former mother-in-law, is heartbroken over this divorce," the source confides to Closer. "She loves Brandon and Kelly as if they were her own children. She refuses to take sides in this matter, but she's genuinely concerned about how contentious the situation is becoming."
Family Bonds
Reba, now 65, remains steadfast in her support for both Brandon, 43, and Kelly, 38. She cherishes their children as though they were her own grandchildren. Brandon and Kelly share two children, River Rose, 6, and Remington, 4, while Brandon also has two older children, Savannah and Seth, from his previous marriage to Melissa Ashworth. The bond Reba shares with her stepson Brandon is strong, but she recognizes that she must stay out of the situation. "She knows better than to intervene in Brandon and Kelly’s split, which was announced after nearly seven years of marriage in June 2020," the insider explains. "Still, Reba is praying that both Brandon and his father, Narvel Blackstock, come to their senses and bring this bitter divorce to an end."
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A Supportive Stance
While Reba has mixed feelings about the separation of Brandon and Kelly, she was initially supportive of their decision to part ways. "She knows it’s hard enough working on your own relationship, but she saw this Kelly and Brandon split coming from a mile away," a previous insider told Closer when the couple announced their breakup over the summer.
A Look Back at Reba's Past
Brandon Blackstock became Reba’s stepchild during her marriage to his father, Narvel. Reba and Narvel were together for over 26 years, from 1989 until their divorce in 2015. Despite the rocky ending to their romance, Reba has maintained a solid relationship with Brandon and Narvel’s other children, Shawna Blackstock, 47, and Chassidy Blackstock, 42. Reba and Narvel also share a son, Shelby Blackstock, 30.
Reba's Admiration for Kelly
Reba has always had a soft spot for Kelly Clarkson, who became her stepdaughter-in-law when she married Brandon in 2013. "She’s a great gal, big-hearted, and with Kelly, what you see is what you get!" Reba once gushed to Closer. "I love her to pieces. She’s been one of my best friends." We hope Kelly and Brandon can find a resolution for the sake of their family.
