Reba McEntire mourns stepson Brandon Blackstock, who died in August 2025 at 48 after a three-year cancer battle, recalling their close bond and his joyful spirit.

Reba McEntire has shared heartfelt memories of her late stepson, Brandon Blackstock, who died in August 2025 at age 48 after a three-year cancer battle. She recalled their close bond since marrying Brandon’s father, Narvel Blackstock, in 1989, describing him as mischievous and joyful, known for pranks at his father’s Nashville office. McEntire, who raised Brandon alongside his siblings, said he brought light to everyone around him and remains deeply missed. She also spoke of her ongoing relationship with fiancé Rex Linn, whom she began dating in 2020 and who proposed in 2024, finding comfort in their joyful connection.