Recently, a handwritten will from Aretha Franklin has been found in between her couch and the jury says it is valid which changes everything from her previous 2010 will.
The Queen Of Soul
Aretha was an absolute star globally. She was known for some hits such as “I Say A Little Prayer,” “Respect.” and “Chain of Fools.” These hits are the reason she was crowned the “Queen of Soul.” She, unfortunately, passed away in 2018 from pancreatic cancer. Her net worth has reportedly been estimated to be around $80 million when she passed away. But recently she has assets totaling less than $6 million, according to BBC.
Drama in The Family
Since the new will has been validated, this changes everything for her previous will, which has her sons fighting. Two of Aretha Franklin’s children have teamed up against their other brother Ted White II since he was the heir of the 2010 will. White’s attorney stated that the “original” will be under lock and key.
A piece of paper found in the couch should not count. Although one of her sons will not be happy with this updated version, two of her sons are just happy their mother’s wishes are being respected. “I’m very, very happy. I just wanted my mother’s wishes to be adhered to,” stated Aretha’s son, Kecalf Franklin.
Which Will Is It?
There are still discussions about which will be chosen. There will be a conference next week about this. Although there are differences between the 2010 and 2018 will, they are both still going to give all of her kids a part of her money and estates. Despite this, the brothers are unfortunately still not on speaking terms and no one is sure when they will reconcile. Aretha Franklin’s will hasn’t been decided and will still be up for debate.
Written By Erika Cano
Sources
CBS News: Aretha Franklin’s handwritten will found in a couch after her 2018 death is valid, jury decides
NPR: A jury rules a handwritten will found under Aretha Franklin’s couch cushion is valid
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