Martin Luther King's 4 Children: Where Are They Now in 2026

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. left behind a legacy that changed the world, but he also left behind four young children: Yolanda, Martin III, Dexter, and Bernice. In this video, we take a deep dive into the individual journeys of the King siblings—from Hollywood careers and political office to the internal family battles over their father's most sacred items.

In this video, you’ll discover:

Yolanda King: The "artistic activist" who became friends with Julia Roberts and pursued a career in acting and production to spread her father's message through the arts.

Martin Luther King III: The first son who followed in his father's footsteps into public service and political office, and whose daughter, Yolanda Renee, is already a powerful voice for the next generation.

Dexter Scott King: The "protector of the legacy" who managed the King Estate and famously met with James Earl Ray. We also reflect on his recent passing in early 2024.

Bernice King: The youngest child and ordained minister who currently serves as the CEO of The King Center, fiercely guarding her father’s philosophical and physical legacy.

We also explore the "Funtown" incident mentioned in the Letter from Birmingham Jail, the secret connection between the King family and Julia Roberts, and the legal disputes that the siblings navigated over their father’s Nobel Peace Prize and traveling Bible.

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