The Truth About Aretha Franklin Having A Child With Her Own Father Though Reverend CL Franklin was one of the greatest preachers of his time, rumor has it that as he was leading the flock, he was also sleeping with his flock! But did that include sleeping with his own flesh as well? Yes, there have been rumors that CL is the biological father of his daughter Aretha Franklin’s first son, but where are the receipts? Now, I know Aretha’s childhood was pretty messed up, but after doing a little more digging even I couldn’t believe the things she experienced and some of it at the hands of her own father. DISCLAIMER: Content might be gossip, rumors, or exaggerated - based on trending news on social media, Twitter and otherwise. Viewers are advised to do their own research before forming their opinion.