Aretha Franklin passed away at her home in Detroit after a long battle with pancreatic cancer last Thursday.
And while the Queen Of Soul had been struggling with health for some time, the iconic star did not leave behind a will, according to reports from TMZ.
The Respect singer’s estate is estimated to be worth around an $80million, according to People.
Off the books: Late singer Aretha Franklin, above in 2012, did not leave behind a will, according to a report from TMZ
Without a will, Aretha’s assets were deemed ‘intestate.’ The recording artist’s estate will be split evenly between her four children, in accordance with Michigan state law.
Aretha is survived by adult children Clarence Franklin, 63, Edward Franklin, 61, Ted White Jr, 54, and Kecalf Cunningham, 48.
She also has four grandchildren, according to her New York Times obituary.
Successful: The Respect singer’s estate is estimated to be worth around an $80million, according to People. Above in 2005
In that case… The recording artist’s estate will be split evenly between her four children, in accordance with Michigan state law. Aretha is seen above in 1993
The absence of a will is interesting in light of Aretha’s wealth and circumstances.
Aretha’s eldest son Clarence has special needs, requiring both financial and other support.
Without a will, no specific plans are detailed for the eldest of Franklin’s children.
Remembering: Aretha is survived by adult children Clarence Franklin, Edward Franklin, Ted White Jr, and Kecalf Cunningham, above with the star’s granddaughter Victorie in 2015
Franklin passed away at her Detroit, Michigan home surrounded by friends and family August 16, following years of declining health.
The star was a musical powerhouse throughout her near six-decades in the spotlight.
During her 76 years, she earned 18 Grammy Awards and sold more than 75 million records worldwide.
Superstar: During her 76-years the star (above in 1969) earned 18 Grammy Awards and sold more than 75 million records worldwide