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Surrogacy laws and succession rules

Surrogacy would have implications for succession rules if proven, but secrecy or sealed agreements complicate public understanding.

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Jan 24, 2026

How have media narratives about celebrity surrogacy spread in other high‑profile births, and what standards of evidence do reputable outlets use?

Media narratives about routinely spread through a mix of sensational reporting, selective omission, and platform amplification, producing both normalization and moral panic; respected outlets tend to ...

Jan 15, 2026

What are credible standards of proof for public claims about a public figure’s use of surrogacy, and have any been met in this case?

Credible public claims that a named, high‑profile person used surrogacy should be supported by clear documentary or adjudicative proof—court orders, pre‑birth parentage documents, verifiable agency or...