9 Celebrities Who Disinherited Their Children

Mickey Rooney

Rooney s will excluded seven of his eight children, favoring his stepson. This led to accusations of undue influence and legal disputes.

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Tony Curtis

Curtis disinherited his five children, including Jamie Lee Curtis, leaving his estate to his widow and charity.

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Jackie Chan

Chan plans to leave his fortune to charity, believing his son Jaycee should earn his own money. 

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Sting

Sting will not leave his fortune to his children, encouraging them to succeed independently.

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George Lucas

Lucas, after selling Star Wars, dedicated the proceeds to educational causes. He aims to use his wealth to benefit future generations.

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Simon Cowell

Cowell plans to leave his fortune to charity, focusing on children and animals. He believes in self-motivation and does not support intergenerational wealth transfer.

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Ted Turner

Turner established the Turner Foundation for environmental causes and the United Nations Foundation.

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Kevin O Leary

O Leary plans to leave his wealth to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, not his children. 

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Warren Buffett

Buffett pledges to donate 99% of his wealth, opposing dynastic wealth. His philanthropic philosophy has inspired others to give away substantial portions of their fortunes.

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