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Sting Says He Won't Leave Inheritance to His Children, Encourages Them to Work

By

Larisha Paul

25d ago· 2 min readenNews

Summary

Sting tells CBS Sunday Morning that he will not leave his six children a large inheritance, instead encouraging them to work and make their own way. He emphasizes that paying for their education and basic needs while expecting them to build their own careers is an act of kindness, not cruelty. His children include musician Eliot Sumner and actress Mickey Sumner, who are already established in their respective fields.

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'Guys, you got to work. I'm spending our money. I'm paying for your education. You've got shoes on your feet. Go to work.'
That's not cruel. I think there's a kindness there and a trust that they will make their own way.
They're tough, my kids.
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Sting discusses wanting his children to work and have a strong work ethic instead of relying on an inheritance to fund their lives.

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