EPISODE · Sep 12, 2026 · 36 MIN
Legendary Rapper's Mother Dies Sparking Battle Over $200 Million Estate | Voletta Wallace
from True Crime with Leah Gordone · host Leah Gordone
The battle over The Notorious B.I.G.'s estate has become one of the most talked-about cases in hip-hop business history. Following the death of Voletta Wallace, a legal dispute emerged involving Faith Evans, Wayne Barrow, C.J. Wallace, and the future control of Biggie's legacy, intellectual property, trust, and business interests. In this video, we examine the history of Notorious B.I.G., LLC, the role Voletta Wallace played in building and protecting her son's estate, the formation of the Voletta Wallace Revocable Trust, the landmark Primary Wave Music deal, and the ongoing legal challenges surrounding the management of Biggie's business affairs. We also take a look at Biggie's rise from Brooklyn to becoming one of the most influential figures in hip-hop history, the responsibilities carried by his children Ty'anna Wallace and Christopher "C.J." Wallace, and the questions surrounding the future of the estate he left behind. This video is presented for educational, documentary, and commentary purposes. Any opinions or statements discussed from interviews are presented as the views of the individuals speaking and should not be interpreted as established facts unless supported by court filings, verified records, or official statements. #TheNotoriousBIG #BiggieSmalls #VolettaWallace #FaithEvans #WayneBarrow #CJWallace #TyannaWallace #HipHopHistory #BiggieEstate #HipHopNews
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