Paris Jackson demands $463K in interest from Michael Jackson estate executors after court rules $600K in attorney bonuses must be repaid.
- May 20, 2026
AceShowbiz - Paris Jackson is demanding additional payments from the executors of her late father’s estate following a recent court decision. The ruling requires estate executors John Branca and John McClain to return over $600,000 paid to outside attorneys, and now Paris Jackson is seeking $463,752 in interest related to those bonus payments.
The dispute centers on bonus payments awarded to third-party law firms handling the estate’s legal matters. According to a representative for Paris Jackson, “The law is crystal clear: when funds are misappropriated, they have to be paid back - with interest.” The representative emphasized that John Branca should not receive any special treatment under the legal system.
This development follows a significant legal victory for Paris Jackson, where a judge rejected $625,000 in bonus payments linked to outside legal counsel. The executors, however, defended the payments in a statement, noting that the court had previously approved several bonuses over the years for extraordinary services. They also highlighted that legal fees are subject to court approval.
In the midst of this legal battle, Paris Jackson has accused the executors of filing court documents that "mock and belittle" her. Meanwhile, the executors have accused her of disseminating inaccurate information to the media, further intensifying the ongoing conflict surrounding the management of Michael Jackson’s estate.
The estate executors John Branca and John McClain continue to face scrutiny as Paris Jackson pushes for full repayment with interest, underscoring the contentious nature of the estate’s financial dealings.