Such a sad story to report today. Cancer sucks. This comes hours after Kelly Clarkson cancelled her Vegas residency shows so she could be with her children through a difficult time.

Kelly stated:

“While I normally keep my personal life private, this past year, my children’s father has been ill and at this moment, I need to be fully present for them,” she wrote in a statement, apologizing to fans and expressing appreciation for their “grace, kindness and understanding.”

The 48 year old is former step son to Reba McEntire died of cancer and left behind had 4 children.