Kelly Clarkson has returned to television, nearly two weeks after the death of her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock. The Grammy winner, 43, appeared in the first episode of her new NBC limited series Songs & Stories with Kelly Clarkson on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 12 days after Blackstock died of melanoma on Aug. 7 at age 48.

Was Kelly Clarkson at a “celebration of life” ceremony for her late ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock? The late talent manager was celebrated in Montana after his August 7 passing following a three year battle with skin cancer.

Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson are grieving Brandon Blackstock's death at 48, with 'The Voice' family rallying around them during this tough time