Kelly Clarkson postpones Las Vegas residency dates after family crisis

Pop star had four remaining shows scheduled for this month

Singer Kelly Clarkson has postponed the remainder of her Las Vegas residency dates for August as she opens up about her ex-husband’s health issues.

“Unfortunately, I need to postpone the remainder of the August Studio Session dates in Las Vegas,” the star said in an Instagram post late Wednesday.

She continued: “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.

I am sincerely sorry to everyone who bought tickets to the shows and I so appreciate your grace, kindness and understanding.”

Clarkson had four more Las Vegas shows scheduled for August.

Clarkson was married to music manager Brandon Blackstock from 2013 to 2022 and has two kids with him, River and Remington.

Singer Kelly Clarkson has postponed the remainder of her Las Vegas residency dates for August as she opens up about her ex-husband’s health issues (Getty)

They were married for seven years before separating in June 2020, per People. Their divorce was finalized two years later.

Clarkson talked about her divorce in a January 2024 interview with People.

Referring to her 2023 album Chemistry, the singer said: “I cannot express how appreciative I feel for having that kind of healthy outlet. Because the level of depression and things that come with divorce or grieving is extraordinarily hard.

You feel alone, and it’s just a blessing to be able to have that outlet for those emotions that are overwhelming.”

Clarkson was married to music manager Brandon Blackstock from 2013 to 2022 and has two kids with him, River and Remington (Getty)

Last month, the singer had to postpone her opening night show at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace just hours before she was set to take the stage.

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“We have been working 24/7 to make Studio Sessions the most intimate and extraordinary experience with and for my incredible fans,” she said on Instagram at the time. “I am beyond grateful that you always show up for me and I am devastated to have to postpone tonight and tomorrow’s opening at Caesars.”

Clarkson shared she had to postpone the shows for the sake of her health.

“The prep and rehearsals have taken a toll on my voice. I want the shows to be perfect for y’all and I need to protect myself from doing serious damage so I am taking this weekend and next week to rest up so that we can deliver what you all deserve,” she wrote.