Aretha Franklin Subject Of Trial Between Sons Disputing Handwritten Wills: Here Are The Details
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The late Aretha Franklin's handwritten wills are the subject of a trial between her sons, with the outcome set to determine the distribution of her music rights, money, and property. Franklin's music was released under Atlantic Records, now Warner Music Group Corp (NASDAQ:WMG), and Arista Records, now a unit of Sony Group Corp (NYSE:SONY). The estate of Franklin is estimated at $18 million.
July 10, 2023 | 4:46 pm
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The trial over Aretha Franklin's will could potentially impact Sony Group Corp as it may affect the rights to her music.
The outcome of the trial could potentially affect the rights to Franklin's music, which was released under Arista Records, now a unit of Sony Group Corp. However, the exact impact is uncertain at this stage.
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The trial over Aretha Franklin's will could potentially impact Warner Music Group Corp as it may affect the rights to her music.
The outcome of the trial could potentially affect the rights to Franklin's music, which was released under Atlantic Records, now Warner Music Group Corp. However, the exact impact is uncertain at this stage.
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