Hee Sung "Jamie" Park, once engaged to rapper Post Malone, has officially begun her fight in court for sole physical custody of the couple's infant daughter. On April 16, Park filed a petition in the California Superior Court for primary physical custody of a child referred to in court documents as ''DDP," born on May 26, 2022. Yet there is no exclusion of Post Malone from his child's life; the application has been jointly filed for legal custody and visitation rights for the rapper himself. However, Park, above all, demands that the artist pay for her legal fees, alongside the court's ruling.
Legal Proceedings Centered on Residency and Custodial Rights
While the petition was probably filed in California, there are indications that the custody battle will ultimately be settled in Utah. As TMZ reports, the reason is that Malone had filed sealed documents earlier regarding the custody of their daughter in Utah courts. Still, Park's current filing notes that since November 1, 2024, the child has lived only with Park. This change may somehow affect the outcome of the case, given the prior arrangements. No matter where the law is, the court has to consider the child's best interests, which is always a major factor in any custody case.
Post Malone Balances Fatherhood, Legal Dispute, and Public Spotlight
Post Malone has still not spoken up regarding the latest developments in the law. During a 2022 appearance on The Howard Stern Show, he spoke about an average day involving his daughter, proving that he has a child in the world. Nevertheless, Post Malone has been seen with Christy Lee, a Parsons School of Design student from New York City, after breaking up with Park in late 2024. But these topics have not hampered the artist professionally. Many upcoming performances are lined up ahead, and he will perform at Coachella 2025's second weekend on April 20, where he sets foot in the prestigious spotlight again for the second time.
What Comes Next for the Former Couple?
Regardless of the outcome, this case will probably set a tone for how joint responsibilities will be shared between both parents. Court battles for custody usually impose emotional and financial burdens on both parties; however, joint legal custody speaks to Park's recognition of Malone's role in their daughter's life. Conversely, the request for sole physical custody suggests Park's wish to keep things as they are, with her as the child's primary caretaker. Above all, this legal move could be a way to formalize arrangements since last year. As this case unfolds, new mechanisms may be required from both parties for the governing structure of their co-parenting arrangement.
