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Pierce Texts Reveal Paternity Dispute: 'That's My Son'
6 Aug
Summary
- Alleged texts show Paul Pierce confirming paternity on April 13.
- Ex-partner claims Pierce prioritized other interests over their son.
- She seeks sole custody and unspecified child support payments.
Alleged text messages exchanged between NBA legend Paul Pierce and his ex-partner, Princess Santiago, have been revealed as part of an ongoing legal dispute over custody and child support.
Santiago claims that Pierce initially ignored her pregnancy. In a text dated February 6, she informed him of their son's birth, but reportedly received no response. A subsequent message on February 15 expressed frustration, stating he was acting like his father and their son would not be ignored.
However, in a text dated April 13, Pierce allegedly wrote, "Just found out today officially that's my son so anyway I can at least see him." Santiago responded, noting he had opportunities for a paternity test but chose not to, prioritizing "love interests, vacations, other people and things over your son."
Santiago is seeking sole legal and physical custody of their child. She has also requested child support payments, though the specific amount has been redacted. She asserts she cannot work due to childcare responsibilities and claims Pierce has rebuffed efforts to involve him more in their son's life.
