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In California, a woman has come forward, asserting that former Boston Celtics star Paul Pierce is the father of her unborn child.
Princess Santiago recently initiated a paternity case in Los Angeles County. She is seeking a court order for genetic testing to confirm whether Pierce is indeed the father of her son.
“After numerous attempts to settle this matter privately, I have decided to file for paternity papers,” Santiago stated in a message obtained by TMZ. “Paul Pierce is the father of my son, King, and I am merely requesting a paternity test to establish the truth.”
Santiago emphasized that her actions are not driven by a desire for drama or attention, but rather by the need for accountability and ensuring the best interests of her child.
As of now, Pierce has not issued a response, and his representatives have remained silent on the matter.
Pierce retired from the NBA in 2017 after a 19 season career and is already a father to three children. He shares daughters Prianna and Adrian, along with son Prince Paul, with his ex wife Julie Pierce.
The former Celtics star finalized his divorce in 2023 and publicly acknowledged the split with a short social media post that read, “I’m single what’s up.”
Pierce has since spoken candidly about his views on marriage, including during conversations on his podcast, Truth After Dark.
“Let me say what marriage is and who marriage is for: Marriage is for old people and poor people,” he said.
He has also said he does not see himself settling down again anytime soon, suggesting that marriage is something he would only consider much later in life.
“We both old, we ain’t out in the streets,” Pierce said. “We at home watching TV. You go take me to the hospital, I’mma take you to the hospital. But right now? I’m too cracking right now.”
For now, the paternity case remains pending as the court reviews the request for DNA testing.
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