The trial to determine which of the two handwritten wills found will prevail will begin in a few days
Five years after the death of the “Queen of Soul” Aretha Franklin (Aretha Franklin), her last wishes are still pending and her sons will fight in the courts for the inheritance.
Five years after music superstar Aretha Franklin’s death, her final wishes are still unsettled. https://t.co/1tQlhidloG
— The Associated Press (@AP) July 6, 2023
According to foreign media, the trial that will determine which of the two handwritten wills found will prevail and determine how her estate will be managed will begin in a few days.
Aretha Franklin Left Two Handwritten Wills, Court Will Determine Which To Follow https://t.co/WrimnFwIqg pic.twitter.com/sQenpI22st
— Deadline Hollywood (@DEADLINE) July 7, 2023
Her son Ted White II believes the 2010 documents found in a locked cabinet control the estate, while Kecalf Franklin and Edward Franklin favor a 2014 document that was discovered inside a notebook tucked under a pillow in the living room.
Both wills were found months after her death.
“Does it surprise me that someone died before they had their affairs in order? The answer is no,” said attorney and University of Michigan professor Pat Simasko. “This can be settled at any time even on the steps, halfway through the trial. And I hope it will. Going to a jury trial is a war,” he added.
The queen of soul, who had four sons, did not have a formal, typed will, despite her chronic health problems.
For the past five years, the legendary star’s estate has been handled by three temporary administrators from time to time.
Source :Skai
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