Blanket Jackson, 22, Opposes Grandmother Katherine's Estate Spending in Legal Battle

The legal battle over Michael Jackson’s estate has taken a new turn with Blanket Jackson, the youngest son of the late pop star, opposing his grandmother Katherine Jackson’s spending on the estate. This development comes amidst an extended legal dispute that has been ongoing for nearly 15 years since Jackson’s death on June 25, 2009.

The conflict has been marked by a significant rift within the family, with Blanket filing legal papers to block Katherine from using estate funds. This move is particularly bold, contrasting with recent legal efforts that have been more harmonious among family members.

Blanket Jackson, 22, Opposes Grandmother Katherine’s Estate Spending in Legal Battle

The specific issue at hand has not been publicly identified, but recent headlines suggest that the Jackson family, including Blanket and Katherine, opposes the estate executors’ efforts to sell a large portion of Jackson’s catalogue. Despite their united stance against the sale, Blanket was not involved in Katherine’s subsequent appeal of the court’s ruling, which allowed the executors to explore further options for a sale. Blanket’s attorneys have expressed concerns about the appeal’s success and the potential impact on the estate’s value due to expensive legal bills.

Blanket’s legal team has also requested the court to maintain confidentiality on certain aspects of the legal conflict, citing Blanket’s preference for privacy. They argue that his silence could have been due to the potential for his words or positions to become public, which would have denied the trial court the ability to consider all aspects of the proposed action.

Blanket Jackson, 22, Opposes Grandmother Katherine's Estate Spending in Legal Battle
Blanket Jackson, 22, Opposes Grandmother Katherine’s Estate Spending in Legal Battle

In addition to Blanket’s opposition, Katherine Jackson has sought reimbursement for legal fees she incurred in her efforts to prevent the sale of her late son’s work. This request comes after the estate announced a partial sale, with Sony purchasing the rights to half of Jackson’s material for $600 million. Katherine has argued that her late son made it clear he never wanted his catalogue to be sold, viewing it as his lifeline.

The executors of the estate, John Branca and John McClain, have defended their decision to sell the catalogue, citing the need for a cash infusion to address the estate’s significant debt and the current market conditions that would command maximum value for the material. They argue that the estate was on the verge of collapse and that their actions have transformed the MJJ Business into a profitable enterprise.

Blanket Jackson, 22, Opposes Grandmother Katherine's Estate Spending in Legal Battle
Blanket Jackson, 22, Opposes Grandmother Katherine’s Estate Spending in Legal Battle

This legal battle highlights the complexities and emotional stakes involved in managing the estate of a global icon. The disagreements between family members and the estate executors underscore the challenges of preserving the legacy of Michael Jackson while navigating the financial and legal complexities of his estate.

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