Reba McEntire revealed her bond with former stepson Brandon Blackstock won’t soon be forgotten following his death earlier this year. “My relationship with my stepson, Brandon Blackstock, was precious,” McEntire, 70, told People on Tuesday, October 21, following Blackstock’s death in August at the age of 48. Related: Reba McEntire Breaks Her Silence on Stepson Brandon Blackstock's Death Reba McEntire is speaking out after her stepson Brandon Blackstock’s death. McEntire, 70, responded to a Friday, August 8, Instagram post by her son, Shelby Blackstock, whom she shares with ex Narvel Blackstock. We thank you for your thoughts and prayers and ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.”Related: Brandon Blackstock Seen With Reba McEntire and Rex Linn Months Before Death Brandon Blackstock quietly hung out with his former stepmother, Reba McEntire, less than five months before his death.