Paris Jackson, Michael Jackson’s only daughter, has faced numerous challenges since the death of her father. Despite the obstacles, she is now pursuing her own career in music.
After years of silence, Paris has decided to open up about her upbringing with her famous father, the “King of Pop.” While Michael Jackson is a household name, known for his groundbreaking music and influence, his life was not without its struggles. Though he is remembered as one of the greatest entertainers of all time, Michael’s life was heavily shaped by the pressures of fame and constant media scrutiny. His passing in 2009 left the world in mourning, and his legacy continues to dominate headlines today.
Paris Jackson grew up in the public eye, but she’s working hard to carve out her own identity separate from her famous father. Despite battling mental health challenges, she is doing well and pushing forward with her career.
Born on April 3, 1998, in California, Paris is Michael Jackson’s only daughter and second child. Her early life was kept private, with both she and her brother being homeschooled until the sixth grade. Michael was protective of their privacy, often hiding their faces from paparazzi with scarves or costumes.
Life at Neverland Ranch, though lavish, was also restrictive. Paris and her siblings lived in seclusion, away from the public eye, and while they were incredibly wealthy, they were also sheltered from the outside world. In an interview with supermodel Naomi Campbell on YouTube, Paris opened up about her father and their unique upbringing.
Paris shared that Michael Jackson made sure they were “cultured,” not just exposed to luxury but also to the realities of life. “My dad was really good about making sure we were cultured, making sure we were educated, and not just showing us like the glitz and glam,” Paris explained. “We saw everything. We saw third world countries. We saw every part of the spectrum.”
Growing up, Paris had the opportunity to live all over the world as her father toured, but she recognizes the privilege of her childhood. However, Michael made sure she and her siblings understood that nothing was handed to them. “Even growing up, it was about earning stuff,” Paris said. “If we wanted five toys from FAO Schwarz or Toys ‘R’ Us, we had to read five books.”
Her father instilled in them the value of hard work and the importance of earning what they had. “It’s earning it, not just being entitled to certain things,” Paris added. “It’s like working for it, working hard for it, it’s something else entirely, it’s an accomplishment.”
