Hong Kong film mogul Charles Heung and his wife Tiffany Chen have reportedly decided to entrust their entire family fortune to their daughter-in-law, actress Bea Hayden, instead of their two sons, Jacky Heung and Johnathan Heung. The decision has sparked widespread discussion about succession planning among wealthy families.

According to TVBS on February 26, the power couple reached an agreement to transfer management of their vast assets to Bea Hayden. They made it clear that they do not intend to leave any assets directly to their sons. The move not only strengthens Bea Hayden’s standing within the influential Heung family but also raises questions about trust, responsibility, and inheritance in high-profile households.

Charles Heung openly explained that the primary reason behind the arrangement is his lack of confidence in his sons’ financial management abilities. He reportedly believes both sons are inexperienced with money and vulnerable to being misled. The family has also faced negative headlines in recent years, including gambling rumors surrounding the younger son and reports of failed business ventures involving the elder son.

To safeguard the family wealth, the couple plans to establish a family trust. Under this structure, Bea Hayden will oversee the management of the assets. Meanwhile, Jacky Heung and Johnathan Heung are expected to receive only a basic monthly allowance through the trust enough to cover living expenses but not to support a lavish lifestyle or reliance on inherited wealth.

Reports suggest that the younger son has struggled to accept the arrangement, viewing it as unfair. However, Tiffany Chen has reportedly maintained a firm stance, even going so far as to block direct communication with him, with contact now handled indirectly through a secretary.

Charles Heung also revealed that he declined a recent meeting request from his son, citing lack of time. He reportedly remarked, “A will can be made in advance, but assets cannot be divided in advance. Before division, a son is still a son but after division, a son might become the father.” He emphasized that if his son demonstrates change and works diligently over the next decade, the will could still be revised.

In a 2025 livestream, Tiffany Chen shared that she and her husband had discussed amending their will. At one point, they even considered skipping the second generation entirely and leaving the entire fortune directly to their grandchildren.

Sources: Znews