DaBaby and DaniLeigh Finalize Custody Agreement
The former partners reached a legal settlement regarding the care and support of their 5-year-old daughter.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Child Care
DaBaby and DaniLeigh have executed a 13-page court settlement agreement regarding the custody and support of their 5-year-old daughter, Velour Babyleigh Kirk. This resolution follows a paternity case filed by DaniLeigh in 2024.
Why it matters
This settlement provides a structured resolution to a long-standing paternity and custody dispute between the two public figures. It formalizes the financial and custodial responsibilities for their child following their 2021 separation.
The legally binding 13-page agreement formalizes the custody and support requirements for the couple's 5-year-old daughter, Velour Babyleigh Kirk. The settlement concludes the paternity litigation initiated in 2024.
The players
DaBaby
DaBaby is a prominent American rapper and songwriter known for his high-energy performances and multiple chart-topping hits.
DaniLeigh
DaniLeigh is an American singer, songwriter, and dancer who gained initial recognition for her work in music choreography.
Velour Babyleigh Kirk
Velour Babyleigh Kirk is the 5-year-old daughter of DaBaby and DaniLeigh.
The details
The agreement was reached through a formal legal process to resolve ongoing disputes regarding the 5-year-old child. DaBaby is now obligated to make monthly child support payments as part of the executed terms.
Timeline
DaBaby and DaniLeigh ended their relationship in 2021.
DaniLeigh filed a paternity case in 2024.
The couple settled the court case in October 2026.
Culture Shift
This settlement marks the final legal transition from the couple's 2021 separation, formalizing parental obligations through court-sanctioned agreements. It reflects a broader trend of public figures turning to formal judicial processes to manage private family dynamics.
This legal outcome provides a roadmap for how the parents will manage daily routines and financial support for their daughter moving forward. It highlights the importance of formal court-processed agreements in securing consistent child care and upbringing standards.
The takeaway
Formalizing custody and support through a court settlement helps provide a stable environment for children following parental separation. Families can benefit from seeking legal counsel to ensure that child support and visitation terms are clearly documented and enforceable.
Further reading
For more information on the legal processes surrounding family stability, visit the Child Care section.
