Sting Still Says His Kids Won’t Inherit His Fortune: They’re ‘Blessed with This Extraordinary Work Ethic’
Sting has once again made it clear that he does not plan to leave his estimated $550 million fortune to his six children. During a recent interview with CBS News Sunday Morning, the 74-year-old singer confirmed that his views on inheritance have not changed since he first spoke about the topic more than a decade ago.
The former The Police frontman, whose real name is Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, said he strongly believes his children should build their own careers and financial independence rather than rely on family wealth. Sting shares Joe and Fuschia with his former wife Frances Tomelty, while he and wife Trudie Styler are parents to Mickey, Jake, Eliot, and Giacomo.
According to Sting, telling children they never need to work can actually be harmful. He praised all of his children for developing a strong work ethic and said he has always encouraged them to earn success on their own. While he admitted he would support them if they ever faced serious difficulties, he emphasized that they are not expecting handouts.
The singer previously explained in interviews that he does not want trust funds to become a burden for his children. Instead, he hopes they continue pursuing their own ambitions and accomplishments independently. Sting has also said he admires the fact that his children rarely ask him for financial help.
Despite his enormous wealth, the Grammy-winning artist believes learning to make a living independently is one of life’s most valuable experiences. Sting is currently promoting the international tour of his musical The Last Ship, which is scheduled to arrive at Metropolitan Opera House on June 9.
