Michael Jackson’s kids, will Macaulay Culkin get custody?

June 27, 2:02 PMGlobal Entertainment ExaminerKristy Stevens-Young

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  Will Godfather Macauley Culkin get custody of
               Michael Jackson's 3 kids?

When news of Michael Jackson’s death hit, there was immediate thoughts of his children. Since Michael was the only parent his three children had, what would happen to them now? 

Had Michael made arrangements or would there be a custody fight? With Debbie Rowe being the mother of the Michael Jr, and Paris and a surrogate bearing his youngest, Prince "Blanket" Michael II, would the children be split up? 

Normally, it would be Michael Jackson’s lawyer that steps up and states who Jackson’s named as his children’s guardians. Instead, Joe and Katherine Jackson's attorney, Debra Opri tells RadarOnline.com that. "Katherine will be the custodial parent for the kids. It was understood that Katherine is the best person to take care of the children as she can provide a stable, loving environment for the kids”  It was understood, does not indicate it was in Jackson’s will or that is indeed what his wishes were.  

Debbie Rowe has given up her prenatal rights to the children. In fact, in the court papers uncovered by TMZ, Rowe when asked if she understands that the order will unequivocally cut off her parental rights she answers, “Absolutely. Done. Complete. I don't have any rights.” If this is held up in court who would be in line for the kids? 

One consideration is Macaulay Culkin. As godfather to Prince Michael and Paris it is possible he could fight for custody of all three: claiming the desire to keep all the kids together. Would a legal Godfather have more rights than elderly grandparents or a Mother who has willingly given up her parental rights? Unless a will suddenly appears where Michael Jackson clearly spells out where his children are to go, it may be up to the courts to decide just what does happen to the three Jackson children.

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