Why Paris Jackson Is Seeking $600 Million From Michael Jackson Estate
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Paris Jackson is taking legal action against her father’s estate.
Seventeen years after Michael Jackson’s death, his daughter is asking his estate to release $600 million into a family trust for her and brothers Prince Jackson and Bigi Jackson, according to court documents reviewed by E! News.
In the Oct. 29 filing, Paris claims that while the estate has generated billions of dollars since her father’s 2009 passing, neither she nor her siblings have received its funding in the trust “Michael intended" to provide for them.
Hence, the 28-year-old is asking a Los Angeles judge to order a partial distribution of the estate’s assets to the Michael Jackson Family Trust, which was set up to take care of Michael’s three kids financially.
Under its terms, Paris as well as Prince, 29, and Bigi, 24, were supposed to begin receiving income from their respective shares when they turned 21 before receiving more portions at age 30 and additional distributions at 35 and 40, according to the filing.
However, the docs state that “Michael Jackson’s family trust remains unfunded.”
And according to Paris’ filing, the lack of funding has left the siblings dependent on the estate’s remaining executor John Branca for the money.
“They instead receive lesser amounts dictated by the remaining Executor,” the docs allege, “who uses this power to deter them from checking his abuses.”
However, The Michael Jackson Estate shared in a statement to People that it cannot fund the trusts in full until other legal matters are resolved, including ongoing litigation with the Internal Revenue Service, which sought $700 million in taxes and penalties.
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“The Estate was able to secure a ruling to significantly reduce that amount, but the matter has not been settled and could still change,” the estate told the outlet before denying Paris’ claim that it’s been withholding or reducing payments to the beneficiaries, calling the accusation “a complete fabrication.”
The estate added that more than $200 million had already been distributed for their benefit and noted that, according to Michael’s will, “None of his children receive a distribution until they are in their 30s.”
The statement concluded, “The Estate looks forward to the time when all issues are resolved so that their trusts can be fully funded as Michael wanted.”
But a spokesperson for Paris disputed the estate’s response, telling the outlet, “The Estate is once again deflecting from its own incompetence. Paris called for the trust to be partially funded, something Mr. Branca had the ability and obligation to do long ago.”
The statement continued, “After years of delay, Paris had no choice but to step in herself.”
For a look back at Michael's kids through the years, keep reading...
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Thriller Night
Michael Jackson's eldest son Prince Jackson (second from left) joined uncle Marlon Jackson, cousin Jaafar Jackson and his dad's siblings Jackie Jackson, La Toya Jackson and Jermaine Jackson at the April 20, 2026 premiere of Michael in Los Angeles.
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Not alone
Bigi Jackson (second from right) was here with older brother Prince and uncles Marlon and Jackie at Michael's April 10, 2026 showing in Berlin.
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The Way She Makes Him Feel
Molly Schirmang is very much Prince's lover. Announcing their engagement in August 2025, Prince reflected on their eight years together. "Molly and I have spent a lot of time together and made incredible memories," he wrote on Instagram. "We’ve traveled the world, graduated and grown so much together. I’m excited for this next chapter in our lives as we continue to grow and make great memories."
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Rare Red Carpet Appearance
Paris Jackson joined brothers Prince and Bigi at the opening night of MJ: The Musical in March 2024.
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Winning Moves
After making his directorial and screenwriting debut with his short film Rochelles, Bigi turned up to the Santa Monica Film Festival in February 2024 with brother Prince and some friends to accept the award for Best Drama.
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Happy Halloween
Prince and Bigi appeared at their family's annual Thriller Night celebration in 2022.
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Diamond Birthday Celebration
Prince and Paris attended the August 2018 Michael Jackson Diamond Birthday Celebration at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
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All Glammed Up
Prince and Paris made it a family night out at the 2022 Harold and Carole Pump Foundation Gala at Los Angeles' Beverly Hilton in August 2022.
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Brother & Sister
Proving he's always in her heart, Paris appeared with Prince in a 2021 YouTube video.
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Brothers' Night Out
Jackson brothers, assemble. A hockey jersey-clad Prince and Bigi (in a Captain America shirt) attended the family's annual Thriller Night celebration in 2019.
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Strike a Pose
A costumed Paris and Prince posed at his October 2017 costume party at the Jackson family estate.
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Sibling Love
Walking hand-in-hand, Prince and Paris attended the October 2017 mothers2mothers and The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation Benefit Dinner in Beverly Hills, Calif.
Family Photo
"It was an honor," Prince wrote on Instagram of attending cousin Siggy Jackson's September 2017 wedding with Paris.
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Step and Repeat
The trio of siblings arrived at the January 2012 Cirque du Soleil production, Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour in Los Angeles.
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Hand in Hand
Prince and Paris put their best foot forward at a January 2012 hand and footprint ceremony at Graumann's Chinese Theater in Los Angeles.
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Honoring Dad
Bigi, Prince and Paris sat together for the ceremony.
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Meet the Press
Returning to their dad's roots, Prince and Paris posed at the August 2012 press conference for the Goin' Back To Indiana: Can You Feel It tour in Gary, Ind.
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Seventh Inning Stretch
During that same trip to Michael's hometown, Paris and Prince watched the Gary SouthShore RailCats take on the St. Paul Saints.
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Remembering Dad
Attending Michael's July 2009 memorial service at L.A.'s Staples Center, the siblings leaned on one another.
Birthday Tribute
On Aug. 29, 2022 Prince honored his dad's birthday by sharing a carousel of family photos on Instagram.
Family Memories
"Happy birthday to the greatest!" Prince wrote, recognizing what would have been Michael's 64th birthday.
Jackson Family
The way he made them feel? "Miss you more and more," Prince wrote in the 2022 Instagram tribute, "but I love you more and more with each day."
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