Finally over. Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock have finalized their divorce nearly two years after their split.The “Breakaway” singer, 39, and the music manager, 45, agreed to a settlement on Tuesday, March 8, according to TMZ.Per the terms of the agreement, Clarkson will have primary custody of the former couple’s two kids River, 7, and Remington, 5, while their father will have them one weekend a month.
If Blackstock moves away from Montana — he is currently living on the property of the ranch he once shared with Clarkson — then the custody arrangement will be reevaluated.The From Justin to Kelly star will keep the Montana ranch, which has been a point of contention throughout the divorce proceedings.
On Tuesday, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Scott Gordon ruled that Blackstock can only stay there until June 1. He must also pay his ex $12,500 per month in rent.As part of the settlement, Clarkson will pay Blackstock a one-time amount of $1.3 million in addition to $45,600 per month in child support.
The “Because of You” songstress will also pay her ex-husband $115,000 per month in spousal support until 2024.The Voice coach and Blackstock began dating in 2011 and announced their engagement in December 2012.
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