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Leona Helmsley: $12 Million for a Dog, Nothing for Grandchildren
Celebrity Estates

Leona Helmsley: $12 Million for a Dog, Nothing for Grandchildren

The hotel billionaire left $12 million to her dog and cut two grandchildren out entirely. A judge eventually intervened—proving even clear wills can be challenged.

Charis Bradburn · 4 March 2025

The Daughter Who Was Completely Written Out
Family

The Daughter Who Was Completely Written Out

An estranged daughter was left nothing in her mother's will. The entire estate went to animal charities. The case went all the way to the UK Supreme Court—with a surprising result.

Charis Bradburn · 10 February 2025

Philip Green's Charitable Pledge Dispute
Celebrity Estates

Philip Green's Charitable Pledge Dispute

When promises to charity aren't formalised. A high-profile businessman's verbal pledges to donate millions became the centre of a bitter dispute after his death.

Charis Bradburn · 6 February 2025

James Brown's Estate: 15 Years in Court
Celebrity Estates

James Brown's Estate: 15 Years in Court

Good intentions. Endless litigation. The Godfather of Soul left behind a will and trust for charity—but his estate spent 15 years in court as partners, children, and the state fought over millions.

Charis Bradburn · 3 February 2025

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