Michael Jackson

Paris Jackson Files Legal Challenge Against Father’s Estate, Sparking Family ​division

Los ‌Angeles, CA – Paris Jackson has filed a legal challenge against the estate of her late ‍father, Michael Jackson, alleging financial ​misconduct by the estate’s executors, John Branca and John McClain. The move has ignited a⁢ rift within the Jackson ‌family, with some members​ expressing support for ⁣Paris​ while others defend the estate’s management.

The lawsuit, filed​ in Los⁣ Angeles County Superior Court, claims Branca and McClain improperly enriched⁢ themselves while managing ⁢the estate, which continues to generate significant revenue ‌from Jackson’s music⁢ catalog‌ and other assets. ‌Specific details of the alleged misconduct remain under seal.

A source ​close to Paris Jackson stated, “She’s been through a lot and a legal battle doesn’t seem to‌ help anyone-not her, not the family, not Michael’s legacy.”

The estate, which ‍has remained⁤ publicly silent beyond court ⁤filings, is currently overseeing​ several ongoing projects, including international runs of the ⁢Broadway musical “MJ: ⁣The Musical,” a lucrative deal with​ Sony Music, and a new ⁣biopic, “Michael,” starring Jaafar Jackson, set for release ⁣next summer.

The executors have ‍reportedly expressed confidence in their handling of‌ the estate.A source familiar with their legal⁤ strategy said, “They’ve done everything by the book. They’ve taken care of Michael’s children far beyond what anyone expected.”

Though, the challenge has stirred up long-standing tensions within the Jackson family. One ⁢family insider claimed, “Michael trusted Branca and⁤ McClain. They were the ones who cleaned up ​the mess.” Another source suggested Paris’s‍ actions were “ungrateful and privileged,” and that she was receiving‌ “awful advice” from within ⁣the family.

The dispute also touches on sensitive issues surrounding Michael Jackson’s children and ⁢their racial identity. A person⁣ close to the ⁢family commented, “Michael chose to have​ kids that are not Black, so any talk about Black and white is wrong because this was Michael’s choice.”

Paris Jackson has publicly⁣ discussed⁣ her struggles with mental‌ health and addiction,⁣ revealing in a 2025 Rolling stone ⁢interview that she attempted ⁢suicide at age 15, attributing it to ​”self-hatred, low self-esteem, thinking that I couldn’t do anything right, not thinking ⁤I was worthy of living anymore.” She celebrated ​five years of sobriety in January 2025 and has focused on music and self-expression.

Whether Paris Jackson’s legal challenge⁣ will ⁢proceed remains to be seen.The outcome could have ⁢critically important implications for the future management of Michael jackson’s estate and further strain relationships within the Jackson family.