Michael Jackson’s $2 Billion Fortune Sparks Family Rift — Kids Accused of “Selling Out” His Legacy for Cash
The King of Pop’s empire is once again the center of major family drama. Media Take Out has learned that Michael Jackson’s entire estate — worth an estimated $2 billion — is legally set to go to his three children, and several members of his famous family are furious.
According to court filings and insiders close to the Jackson family, Michael’s will placed his entire fortune in a trust, managed by his mother, Katherine Jackson, after his 2009 death. The move was designed to protect the estate and ensure the money was properly handled until Michael’s kids were old enough to manage it.
That time is fast approaching — and now the real battle for control of the Jackson empire is underway.
The Inheritance Details
Michael’s three children — Prince (28), Paris (26), and Bigi (23, formerly Blanket) — will inherit the estate in two stages: half when they turn 33 and the remainder at age 40.
These payouts depend on the completion of various legal and tax disputes, which have tied up portions of the estate for years. For now, Katherine Jackson still plays a key role in decision-making — but insiders say her influence is slipping as her grandchildren assert more control.
“They’re Cashing Out, Not Carrying On”
Several family members believe the younger Jacksons are betraying Michael’s wishes by liquidating assets he fought to protect.
A family insider tells Media Take Out, “Michael worked his whole life to build something special — not just for his kids, but for generations of Jacksons. He didn’t want it chopped up and sold off.”
That sentiment exploded into full-blown conflict earlier this year when Michael’s children agreed to sell half of his music catalog to Sony for $600 million — the same company Michael famously battled for years.
“Michael hated Sony,” the insider said. “He fought to get control of his masters away from them. The fact that his kids just sold half of it back, and for less than it’s worth, is a slap in the face to everything he stood for.”
The Family Divide
Sources tell Media Take Out that Paris, Prince, and Bigi have become increasingly distant from their extended family since Michael’s death. The kids reportedly accused their aunts and uncles of trying to seize control of the estate, while the older Jacksons view the children as “outsiders” who don’t fully appreciate the family legacy.
“This is about more than money,” another insider said. “It’s about culture, legacy, and respect. The kids don’t see themselves as part of that Jackson dynasty anymore — they see themselves as individuals with their own paths.”
What Happens Next
With Katherine now in her 90s, legal control of the estate will soon shift entirely to Michael’s children. Once that happens, the trio will have full authority over his image, music, and brand deals — including licensing, film projects, and posthumous releases.
The question now: Will Michael Jackson’s legacy be preserved or commercialized beyond recognition?
Because if you ask those inside the Jackson compound … the King of Pop’s biggest battle isn’t over — it’s just moved from the stage to the family estate.