Future Faces Paternity Suit for 9-Year-Old Son

It seems Future’s baby mama drama is far from over. The Grammy-winning artist, whose legal name is Nayvadius Cash, has reportedly been named in a new paternity suit concerning a 9-year-old son. This latest legal challenge adds another layer to the ongoing discussions about his role as a father and his financial obligations.

The Lawsuit Filed in Florida

According to reports, an ex-girlfriend named Layla Sanad filed a lawsuit in Florida. She claims that she and Future share a son, identified as K.W., who was born in 2017. Sanad is seeking to legally establish paternity and secure child support, including a request for two years of retroactive payments. She asserts that Future has already admitted to being the child’s father.

Future’s Counter-Filing and Voluntary Payments

However, Future isn’t taking this lying down. He has also taken legal action, filing documents in January 2026 to have the Florida case dismissed. Future argues that the case should instead be handled in Arizona, where he claims Sanad and the child reside, and where he has already initiated his own legal proceedings. In his Arizona filing, he acknowledged fathering a son named Kash Wilburn and stated he has been voluntarily paying $3,500 per month in child support.

Another Case Involving Brittni Mealy

This isn’t the only recent paternity-related case involving the rapper. In a separate dispute, his ex, Brittni Mealy, claims Future has been largely absent from their 13-year-old son Prince’s life. Mealy alleges that Future hasn’t seen their son in over 16 months and has failed to meet court-ordered obligations, such as securing a $500,000 life insurance policy. She also claims he has limited communication and has distanced others from the child.

Future is known to have at least seven children with various partners, including Future Jr. with ex-fiancée Ciara. The rapper’s personal life continues to be a subject of public interest, particularly concerning his responsibilities as a father.