Asked & Answered – Do I need permission to feature a celebrity’s ghost?

Maureen has an an idea for a script that is based on actual events and already written the outline but hasn't been able to get a reply from a deceased celebrity who figures prominently in the story line.

The story is about supernatural events that occurred after the death of this celebrity , in which the spirit of the celebrity makes contact and shares secrets, insights and messages for his friends.

So, the Question seems to be, whether any permission is needed from the estate.

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