Kelly Clarkson will return for season 7 of her talk show this fall, despite the recent death of her ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock. Blackstock, 48, passed away after a three-year battle with cancer. Clarkson's absence from several shows earlier this year is now understood to be linked to Blackstock's illness. She postponed some Las Vegas residency dates to be with her children during this difficult time. The Emmy-winning show will continue as planned.

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