Murilo Huff Wins Provisional Custody of Son Léo Citing Negligence, Diabetes Care, and Inheritance Dispute with Marília Mendonça’s Mother

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Updated Jul 4, 2025, 03:55 AM

Murilo Huff, father of Léo, the five-year-old son he had with late singer Marília Mendonça, has filed a legal petition seeking unilateral custody of the child. The custody had been shared with Dona Ruth Moreira, Marília Mendonça's mother, who had been caring for Léo since the singer's death in 2021. Huff stated that his request aims to allow him to more closely fulfill his parental role and denied intentions of distancing the child from his maternal family. He cited undisclosed "serious and alarming situations" as reasons for the custody change and alleged negligence by Dona Ruth, including an incident where Léo's health, particularly related to his diabetes, was reportedly mishandled.

Huff also accused Dona Ruth of instructing caregivers to conceal medical information and documents from him, constituting parental alienation. In response, Dona Ruth publicly accused Huff of failing to pay child support and expressed emotional distress over the custody battle, describing the situation as "cruel" for the child and family. She has denied the allegations of negligence and has vowed to present evidence to contest the custody decision. The dispute has also involved other family members, with Marília Mendonça's brother, João Gustavo, defending their mother amid social media attacks and emotional appeals for privacy. The legal proceedings culminated in a court hearing where the judge granted Huff provisional custody of Léo, citing the evidence of neglect and alienation by Dona Ruth. The judge attempted to mediate an amicable agreement, but both parties declined. Huff's legal team emphasized that the decision was based on compelling facts and evidence, while Dona Ruth's lawyer criticized the ruling as disregarding family bonds and the grandmother's care. The custody ruling has sparked public debate about family responsibilities and the management of Léo's inheritance, estimated at around R$500 million, which is reportedly a factor in the dispute. Huff has publicly detailed his financial contributions to Léo's upbringing, including school fees, healthcare, recreational activities, and diabetes treatment, countering claims of non-payment. The case remains ongoing, with Dona Ruth's defense promising to present further evidence to challenge the custody arrangement. The situation has attracted significant media attention in Brazil, highlighting the complexities of family dynamics following the death of a high-profile public figure.

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Jornal O Dia

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Metrópoles

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O Tempo

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