Michael Jackson’s mother files for custody of his children

Says she and her grandchildren “have a long-established relationship”

Katherine Jackson has filed a petition requesting full custody of the late pop star’s three children, Prince, 12, Paris, 11, and Prince Michael II, 7. According to the court document, all three children are currently living with Katherine Jackson, with whom they “have a long-established relationship.” The petition further states that it is “not known at this time” whether Debbie Rowe, listed as the two older children’s mother, would agree to the request. The mother of Prince Michael II is unidentified.

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