The world was stunned when Brandon Blackstock’s obituary revealed he had been living his last years with a “beautiful and loving partner”—Brittney Marie Jones. While the public knew Blackstock as Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband and a prominent talent manager, his private life in Montana with Jones was a well-kept secret until his passing. The obituary, published by Axelson Funeral & Cremation Services, painted a picture of a man who had traded Hollywood glitz for cowboy boots, wide-open skies, and a deep partnership with Jones, a woman whose connection to both Brandon and Kelly adds layers to this already emotional story.
Jones wasn’t just a romantic partner; she was Blackstock’s collaborator in business and life. Together, they built Headwaters Livestock Auction and worked on The Valley View Rodeo in Bozeman, projects that the obituary called his “legacy.” But who is Brittney Marie Jones? How did she go from being Kelly Clarkson’s production assistant to the woman by Brandon’s side in his final days? And why did their relationship stay out of the spotlight until now?
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From Nashville Assistant to Montana Ranch Life
Brittney Marie Jones first entered the Blackstock-Clarkson orbit as a production assistant for Kelly in Nashville, a role she held from 2016 to 2018. By December 2018, she had transitioned to working as an executive assistant for Brandon, still managing some of Kelly’s scheduling, a professional overlap that would later spark curiosity. Then, in June 2020, the same month Clarkson filed for divorce, Jones shifted roles again, this time to become an executive assistant for Blackstock’s Montana ranch, V Bar B Cattle Co. That move marked the beginning of a new life for both of them.
While the exact timeline of their romantic relationship remains unclear, what’s certain is that by the time of Brandon’s death, they were deeply intertwined. They lived together on his ranch in Butte, Montana, where they poured their energy into their livestock auction business and the rodeo. Jones’ LinkedIn profile, as reported by The Sun, described her role as running the office and administration for Brandon’s cattle operation while also handling his personal assistant duties. It was a far cry from her days in the music industry, but one that seemed to align with the cowboy lifestyle Blackstock had always wanted.
Interestingly, Jones was married once before—to drummer Greg Goose LaPoint. Wedding photos from September 2021 surfaced on her Facebook, showing the couple smiling against an ocean backdrop. By February 2025, however, LaPoint had reportedly moved on with a woman named Arika Vanessa, suggesting that Jones and LaPoint’s marriage had ended sometime before then. Meanwhile, Jones’ father, Larry, made his feelings about Brandon clear in a heartfelt (now-deleted) Facebook post, calling him his “daughter’s soulmate” and saying he considered Brandon a son.
A Quiet Love Story Amidst Public Divorce Drama
Brandon Blackstock’s relationship with his girlfriend, Brittney Marie Jones, flourished away from the media circus that surrounded his divorce from Kelly Clarkson. While their romance was never publicly confirmed before his death, the obituary’s wording, calling her his “partner in life and business,” left no doubt about their bond. The tribute highlighted their shared vision in Montana, where they worked “tirelessly” on their ventures, suggesting a relationship built on more than just affection.
Meanwhile, Kelly Clarkson’s absence from the obituary didn’t go unnoticed. Though their divorce was messy, she reportedly put aside past grievances when Brandon’s health declined, ensuring their children, River and Remington, could spend time with him in his final days. A source told People that Kelly was “devastated for the kids” and had remained protective of Brandon for their sake, despite their complicated history.
As of August 2025, Brittney Marie Jones has not made any public statements since Brandon Blackstock’s death. Her social media remains private, and the only glimpse into her grief came indirectly through her father’s post. A memorial service for Blackstock is set for August 17, where friends, family, and likely Jones will gather to celebrate the life of a man who, in his last years, found peace in Montana with a woman who stood by him through it all.
For now, Brittney’s story remains one of quiet devotion, a woman who stepped out of the shadows only when an obituary revealed just how much she meant to a man the world thought it already knew.
