The late Jamal Edwards, who died of a sudden heart attack earlier this year, unfortunately may not have been as rich as people believed him to be.
Fans will recall that Jamal died of cardiac arrhythmia on February 20, at his mother’s home in Acton, London, after using cocaine and drinking alcohol. New information has now been revealed about his financial situation, hinting that he may have died penniless despite his alleged high net worth.
Jamal Edwards’ Estate Has No Value After Paying Debts
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According to figures from the probate office, which the Daily Mail reported, the late music mogul died without stopping despite being allegedly worth between £8 million and £335 million. What’s more, official documents show that he left a gross estate of £45,502.76 which dwindled to nothing after his debts were paid off.
Jamal hired top celebrity lawyer Russells to draw up his will and has pledged his estate to his family, including his mother Brenda, father Patrick, sister Tanisha, two aunts and close friends. He signed the will two years before his death and created a trust fund to share his estate; however, his heirs now get nothing.
The YouTube icon is widely known for creating online music platform SBTV in 2006 and has been credited with helping launch a number of UK music stars, including songstress Jessie J.
Her channel, where she uploads content from up-and-coming stars, has gained over a million subscribers and features icons such as Emeli Sande and Rita Ora. In addition, he is an ambassador for the Prince’s Trust, a charity set up by King Charles, and in 2014, he was awarded an MBE for services to music.
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Following his tragic passing, many paid tribute to the late entrepreneur, including singers Ed Sheeran and King Charles, who sent personal letters to Jamal’s mother, Brenda, expressing their condolences. King wrote:
“I can only begin to imagine how big and painful he will be in the lives of you and your daughter Tanisha and my heart goes out to you both, more than I can say. I will never forget Jamal’s support and dedication in helping with my Prince’s Trust all these years.”
In September, Brenda and Jamal’s sister Tanisha hosted a star-studded charity night to raise funds for the Jamal Edwards Trust Gala in support of the deceased’s most cherished cause.
The likes of Lewis Capaldi, Jessie Ware and Ed all performed at the event, where friends, family and celebrities gathered to honor Jamal’s memory and promote the charity. Brenda donned custom trainers in tribute to her son, designed with the SBTV logo, while Tanisha’s shoes featured a picture of her brother’s smiling face.
Months after the British star’s death, the “Loose Woman” presenter explained more about the sudden disappearance using a long message that The Blast revealed, confirming that her son had taken drugs before his death.
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He began the writing by thanking those who supported his family through the challenges, after which he admitted that since the last time he spoke about Jamal, he was shocked. Brenda sadly revealed that the cause of her “terrible passing was due to heart arrhythmia caused by taking recreational drugs.”
SBTV Founder Honored By Ed Sheeran With Words Of Appreciation During Memorial
Jamal no doubt played an important role in many artists’ careers, given the many honors and star presence at his memorial not so long ago. The Blast reports that one of the speakers at the event was Ed, who credited the late for giving him his first big break more than a decade ago.
Jamal allowed her to perform the single “You Need Me, I Don’t Need You” on his YouTube channel, leading to her being discovered by her manager Stuart Camp and Atlantic records. The vocalist of “Shape of You” said, “I don’t think I would have been given the opportunity I was given if it wasn’t for Jamal hugging me.”
He added that he didn’t think he would have been allowed through certain doors if it wasn’t for Jamal, even though people believed he could still be famous for his songwriting and singing prowess.
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