Faith Evans Hit With Major Lawsuit Over The Notorious B.I.G.’s Mother’s Estate

 Legendary singer Faith Evans has been hit with a major lawsuit from the estate of Voletta Wallace, the late mother of hip-hop icon The Notorious B.I.G. The lawsuit centers around a $100 million deal involving Biggie’s music catalog and likeness rights according to Billboard.

Legal Battle Over Biggie’s Legacy

Filed in Delaware Chancery Court, the lawsuit accuses Faith Evans of allegedly withholding proceeds from the lucrative catalog sale with Primary Wave Music — a deal originally orchestrated by Voletta Wallace before her passing in February 2025.

The estate is now represented by veteran music executive Wayne Barrow, who claims Evans failed to release the share owed to Voletta’s trust. Instead, she allegedly distributed funds solely to herself and Biggie’s children.

“Faith Evans has refused to work with the Wallace Trust and has kept the executor entirely in the dark,” the lawsuit states.

Barrow is now seeking:

• A full accounting of profits from the deal

• The release of owed funds to the Wallace Trust

• The removal of Faith Evans as manager of Notorious B.I.G. LLC

• His appointment as the rightful manager

The $100 Million Catalog Deal

In 2023, the Notorious B.I.G. LLC — co-managed by Faith and Voletta — sold 50% of Biggie’s catalog and image rights to Primary Wave in a deal reported to be worth around $100 million. The move made headlines, with promises that proceeds would go toward the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation.

However, after Voletta’s passing, Evans allegedly took full control of the LLC without following the terms set for the estate’s share — prompting this legal challenge.

Why This Matters

This lawsuit shines a light on the growing tensions in artist estate management, especially as catalog sales become more lucrative. With Biggie’s legacy considered foundational to hip hop history, how his name and art are handled posthumously is a matter of deep cultural significance.

Evans, who has not commented publicly on the suit, was married to Biggie until his death in 1997 and has long played a role in preserving his legacy. But with control of Biggie’s intellectual property on the line, this legal battle could reshape the narrative going forward.

What Happens Next?

The Delaware court is expected to review the case this summer. If Barrow is successful, he could assume full control of Notorious B.I.G. LLC operations and redirect funds as originally intended.

Stay tuned to WorldWide Entertainment TV for exclusive updates on this case and other high-profile legal dramas impacting the world of hip hop and entertainment.