D’Wayne Wiggins’ Family Disputes $700K Estate Settlement
Family disputes over the estate of D’Wayne Wiggins, a member of the R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné!, have escalated nearly a year after his passing. His estate is estimated to be around $700,000.
D’Wayne Wiggins’ Family Conflict
According to court documents, the singer’s daughter, Ilahn Wiggins, filed claims asserting that her father had two sons and a wife, Dori Wiggins, at the time of his death. D’Wayne passed away on March 7, 2025, in Oakland, California, after battling cancer.
Claim about Estate Management
Ilahn Wiggins has raised significant concerns regarding the management of her father’s estate. She stated that Veleta Savannah, D’Wayne’s niece, is listed as the trustee on the death certificate. After D’Wayne’s death, Veleta allegedly barred Ilahn and her brothers from accessing their father’s home.
- Ilahn claims Veleta withdrew $20,000 from D’Wayne’s bank account using a Power of Attorney.
- She insists that D’Wayne had a strong, loving relationship with his children.
- Ilahn contends that the singer intended for his children to inherit his estate and that he did not wish to disinherit them.
Concerns about the Will
The Wiggins children argue that the final will may not reflect D’Wayne’s intentions. They believe it was drafted during a time when he was receiving end-of-life care and under significant medication that could have affected his mental capacity.
In contrast, Veleta Savannah asserts that D’Wayne was fully aware of his actions when he made changes to his will. She claims that the singer expressed a desire to disinherit his children.
Upcoming Legal Proceedings
A trial to resolve the estate dispute has been scheduled for September, as the conflict over D’Wayne Wiggins’ $700,000 estate continues to unfold. The outcome could determine the rightful beneficiaries of his legacy.
