Brandon Blackstock and Kelly Clarkson had us all convinced their relationship would last forever.
The couple started dating that very same year, and in December, Blackstock popped the question.
Over the years, Clarkson has gushed about their lovely relationship in several interviews.

So she filed for divorce."
They continued, “Everyone thought Kelly and Brandon had the perfect marriage, but they definitely didn’t.
Brandon’s very laid-back, whereas Kelly’s pretty high-strung.”

Throughout their relationship, he also served as Clarkson’s manager through his father’s management firm, Starstruck.
Under this role, Blackstock was supposed to handle the day-to-day workings of Clarkson’s life.
The labor commissioner ruled that his actions went against California’s Talent Agencies Act (TAA).

Blackstock’s legal team appealed the ruling and requested a fresh trial.
Clarkson countersued for illegal procurement.
Blackstock and Clarkson also got into a legal spat over their $17.7 million Montana ranch.
Likewise, he gained control over assets like livestock, cars, and a flight simulator.