Faith Evans Faces Legal Battle Over Biggie’s Legacy

Legal Battle Erupts Over Notorious B.I.G.’s Legacy: Voletta Wallace’s Estate Sues Faith Evans

The legacy of The Notorious B.I.G., one of hip hop’s most iconic voices, is now at the center of a legal dispute. The estate of Voletta Wallace, Biggie’s mother and longtime guardian of his legacy, has filed a lawsuit against Faith Evans, alleging that the singer and widow of the late rapper is attempting to seize control of his musical empire.

According to reports, Wayne Barrow, a trustee of Wallace’s estate, claims that Evans has redirected income from Biggie’s catalog to herself and his children, violating the terms of an ownership agreement. The lawsuit argues that this action undermines the estate’s 50% ownership of Notorious B.I.G. LLC, the company that oversees Biggie’s intellectual property, including his music catalog and likeness rights.

Barrow is also seeking access to the LLC’s financial records, claiming that Evans has blocked transparency and failed to comply with the agreed-upon structure. The legal action aims to reaffirm the estate’s rightful stake, enforce the terms of the LLC, and bring clarity to the financial dealings related to the late rapper’s legacy.

This dispute comes shortly after the passing of Voletta Wallace and the news of a $100 million deal in which Primary Wave Music acquired a 50% stake in Biggie’s catalog and image rights. That major acquisition positioned Primary Wave as a key player in the continued commercialization of Biggie’s legacy—but now, the family’s internal disagreements could complicate the future of that partnership.

As legal proceedings unfold, fans of Biggie Smalls, born Christopher Wallace will be watching closely to see how this affects his estate, his music, and the preservation of his enduring impact on hip hop culture.