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Sting Declines Inheritance for Six Kids, Emphasizes Self-Reliance

5/6/2026

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Sting announced he will not leave an inheritance to any of his six children, urging them to earn their own livelihoods.
He called the decision a kindness of trust rather than cruelty, citing their strong work ethic and his identification with the working class.
Sting, who has released 15 solo albums and five with the Police, adapted his musical The Last Ship at the Metropolitan Opera House, honoring Newcastle shipbuilders.

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Sting announced he will not leave an inheritance to any of his six children, urging them to earn their own livelihoods.
He called the decision a kindness of trust rather than cruelty, citing their strong work ethic and his identification with the working class.
Sting, who has released 15 solo albums and five with the Police, adapted his musical The Last Ship at the Metropolitan Opera House, honoring Newcastle shipbuilders.