Whew! Faith Evans and Voletta Wallace are at the center of a legal battle over the millions generated by The Notorious B.I.G. The dispute has been brewing for months. Now, a judge has made it clear who is entitled to a significant piece of the fortune.
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Faith Evans Ordered to Pay Nearly $14M to Biggie’s Trust
A Delaware judge has ordered Faith Evans to immediately distribute nearly $14 million in profits from Biggie’s estate to a trust established by his late mother, Voletta Wallace. The Tuesday ruling follows a legal battle with Wayne Barrow, Biggie’s former manager. Moreover, he was named trustee of Voletta’s estate after her death in February 2025. Barrow sued Evans last July, arguing the trust was entitled to 25% of the estate’s earnings. He also claimed that he was entitled to profits from a major catalog deal with Primary Wave. Evans disputed his claim, arguing Barrow lacked the proper legal documentation.
Biggie’s Estate Must Pay Trust Dating Back To 2025
The court previously sided with Barrow in August. Officials found that the trust had completed the necessary paperwork to receive Voletta’s share. However, Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick clarified that the trust’s entitlement began on the date of Voletta’s death, February 21, 2025, rather than December 2025. That means the trust is owed $12.5 million in profits accrued during that period, plus interest.
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Barrow’s attorney, Jay Freiberg, told Billboard the total payout is expected to reach nearly $14 million. The money will be distributed to Barrow before being directed to the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation, in accordance with Voletta’s will.
Looks Like Biggie’s Son Steps In
Meanwhile, the dispute surrounding Biggie’s estate is far from over. His son, CJ Wallace, is separately suing Barrow in Pennsylvania to challenge the terms of his grandmother’s will. An earlier version reportedly named CJ and Barrow as co-trustees, but a revised document signed just weeks before Voletta’s death gave Barrow sole control. CJ alleges that Barrow manipulated his grandmother into making the changes, while Barrow denies the allegations and accuses Evans of orchestrating the lawsuit. Evans’ attorneys have also denied that allegation, and the case remains ongoing.
