Michael Jackson’s Son Bigi Takes Legal Action Against Grandmother Katherine Over Estate Funds
The Jackson family is once again in the headlines—but this time, it’s not about music or fame. Instead, a legal rift has emerged within the legendary family, with Michael Jackson’s youngest son, Bigi Jackson (formerly known as Blanket), taking legal steps against his own grandmother, Katherine Jackson.
According to newly filed court documents, Bigi is asking the judge to prevent Katherine from using money from Michael Jackson’s estate to fund her ongoing legal appeal. The move marks a surprising turn in the family dynamic, especially considering that Bigi and Katherine were recently on the same side in a legal battle.
The issue began when Bigi and Katherine joined forces to oppose a major business deal proposed by the executors of the Jackson estate. While the details of the transaction weren’t fully disclosed, many speculate it’s tied to the estate’s widely reported $600 million deal with Sony, which involved selling around half of Michael Jackson’s music catalog.
Bigi and Katherine were united in their opposition to the deal, arguing that it was not in the best interest of the beneficiaries—namely, Michael’s children. However, despite their efforts, the court ruled in favor of the estate, effectively allowing the deal to go through.
While Katherine has decided to challenge that ruling by filing an appeal, Bigi is now stepping back—and pushing back. In his recent filing, Bigi makes it clear that he does not want the estate—essentially, his father’s fortune and his future inheritance—used to finance what he views as an unlikely-to-succeed legal fight.
Bigi argues that the appeal doesn’t serve the best interests of the trust’s beneficiaries and believes the funds would be better preserved than spent on legal fees. While he doesn’t oppose his grandmother’s right to challenge the court’s decision, he takes issue with using estate money to do so.
Interestingly, Bigi also acknowledges that Katherine has incurred costs during the initial legal battle and has respectfully requested that the court consider reimbursing her for a “reasonable” portion of those expenses. His stance isn’t entirely combative—he’s drawing a line between fairness and fiscal responsibility.
The legal drama comes amid reports that Katherine Jackson already receives a seven-figure yearly allowance from the estate. That may explain why Bigi believes she should be using her own resources to pay for the appeal, rather than tapping further into the estate that’s meant to provide for Michael’s heirs.
This development has sparked considerable discussion among Jackson fans and legal observers alike. It’s rare to see such public legal tension between close family members, especially in a family already accustomed to life under the microscope.
As of now, the judge has not made a final decision on whether the estate will fund Katherine’s appeal. But what’s clear is that the Jackson family is deeply divided on how to manage the pop icon’s legacy—and the immense fortune he left behind.
This case adds yet another chapter to the ongoing saga surrounding the Michael Jackson estate, which has remained in the public eye since the King of Pop’s passing in 2009. With hundreds of millions at stake, and emotions running high, it seems the legal battles are far from over.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops. And as always, let us know your thoughts—should Bigi be drawing the line on estate funds, or is Katherine right to keep fighting for what she believes is just? Drop your comments and stay with Gossip Fact 24 for the latest in celebrity legal drama.
