Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband Brandon Blackstock ordered $2.6 million back from the singer after he ‘overcharged’ the star in booking fees as her manager
Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband Brandon Blackstock allegedly overcharged hundreds of thousands when he represented the singer as her manager.
According to courtroom paperwork obtained by TMZ, a California labor commissioner dominated that Blackstock, 46, “illegally” booked jobs for Clarkson, together with signing her contract as a choose on The Voice whereas working as her manager, as solely brokers can assure positions for abilities.
Blackstock charged booking fees for The Voice and different endorsements such as Wayfair and Norwegian Cruise Line in the quantity of $2,641,374 per property.
The labor commissioner ordered Blackstock to return the commissions — which embrace $1.98 million for his gig on The Voice — to his ex-wife.
The outlet reported that Blackstock stated he will enchantment the determination.
The fee additionally dominated that Blackstock is exempt from fee on Clarkson’s discuss present, The Kelly Clarkson Show, in keeping with the outlet.
The former couple, who share two kids, met in 2006 and have been married for nearly seven years earlier than the singer filed for divorce in June 2020. The divorce was finalized in 2022.
After the divorce is finalized, Clarkson has to pay $45,000 a month in baby assist for her kids: River Rose, 9, and Remington Alexander, seven.
Blackstock additionally receives $115,000 per 30 days in baby assist till January 2024.
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