Paris Jackson, the only daughter of late pop star Michael Jackson, opened up about her African-American roots and how proud she is of that, as well as the criticism she received.
Paris, 25, was born to parents Billie Jean hitmaker and Debbie Rowe in 1998.
Over the years, there have been speculations that Jackson wasn’t the biological father of his three children, Paris and her two brothers, Bigi, 22, and Prince, 27. This was due to the fact that that many couldn’t see any resemblance between the late star and the kids, especially Paris who has white skin, light eyes and now bleached-blond hair.
The kids were very close with their father who went to great lengths to protect them from media scrutiny. His measures were unlike, however. He would show his son Bigi to the public with his face covered with a blanket, causing him troubles while growing up because his friends often teased him. He now prefers to be called Bigi.
Following the star’s death in 2009, his children were tossed alone in the public eye, turning them a highly profitable prey for the media that were eager to share their photos and followed their every step.
This experience left Paris battling a post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
“I experience audio hallucinations, sometimes, with camera clicks and severe paranoia and have been going to therapy for a lot of things, but that included,” she shared.
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By age 15, Paris attempted suicide “multiple times” and in 2019 she was admitted at a treatment facility. “It was just self-hatred…Low self-esteem, thinking that I couldn’t do anything right, not thinking I was worthy of living anymore.”
Today, she’s a successful musician who follows into her father’s footsteps. Over the years, she has also walked the runway for famous brands such as Chanel. Paris is a member of the band The Soundflowers.
“Everyone in my family does music. I mean, I’m a Jackson,” she said in 2020. “It makes sense that I’m a musician but like, a Jackson doing folk indie?”
Paris is very close to her brothers and looks up to Prince. “He’s everything to me, you know?” In 2020, she told People of her relationship with her older brother. “I’ve always looked up to him and always wanted his approval and everything, and wanted to be more like him.”
He loves and supports his younger sister as much. “Basically, as a person, she is who my dad is. The only thing that’s different would be her age and her gender,” he said of Paris, adding that she’s similar to her father “in all of her strengths, and almost all of her weaknesses as well. She’s very passionate.”
The physical appearance of the King of Pop underwent significant changes over the course of his life and many accused him of bleaching his skin, which was considerably darker in his younger days, but he claimed he had never done anything to his skin and that it turning white was a result of Vitiligo, during an Oprah interview in 1993.
“I am proud of my race. I am proud of who I am,” Jackson told Winfrey at the time.
Back in 2017, speaking of herself, Paris told Rolling Stone magazine she “considers [herself] black,” and that “[Michael] would look me in the eyes and he’d point his finger at me and he’d be like, ‘You’re black. Be proud of your roots.’”
“Most people that don’t know me call me white. I’ve got light skin and, especially since I’ve had my hair blond, I look like I was born in Finland or something,” she said. “And I’d be like, ‘okay, he’s my dad, why would he lie to me?’ So I just believe what he told me. [Because], to my knowledge, he’s never lied to me.”
This declaration of race triggered criticism on Paris. Among the rest, it was host Wendy William’s that mocked Paris’ statement.
“I get that she considers herself black and everything, but I’m just talking about the visual because you know…black is not what you call yourself, it’s what the cops see you when they got steel to your neck on the turnpike.”
She added: “It’s what they see. But that’s cute and good for her.”
FINDING LOVE AND STRENGTH THROUGH FAITH: THE EXTRAORDINARY JOURNEY OF MAUREEN MCCORMICK
Life is a rollercoaster ride, complete with peaks and valleys. Even Hollywood luminaries like Maureen McCormick, celebrated for her iconic portrayal of Marcia in “The Brady Bunch,” have encountered their fair share of trials. Yet, amidst the chaos and personal struggles, McCormick unearthed solace and inner strength through her unwavering faith.
In this digital era, discovering true love through a dating app may seem commonplace. McCormick’s love story, however, took a different route. It all began during a concert when her gaze intersected with that of a man seemingly destined to alter her life. Determined, she started attending the same Bible studies and positioning herself near him at church, aiming to forge a connection.
The Power of Love Love possesses an incredible ability to triumph over even the most formidable obstacles. McCormick and her now-husband, Michael Cummings, confronted their fair share of challenges on their shared journey.
FINDING LOVE AND STRENGTH THROUGH FAITH: THE EXTRAORDINARY JOURNEY OF MAUREEN MCCORMICK
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Life is a rollercoaster ride, complete with peaks and valleys. Even Hollywood luminaries like Maureen McCormick, celebrated for her iconic portrayal of Marcia in “The Brady Bunch,” have encountered their fair share of trials. Yet, amidst the chaos and personal struggles, McCormick unearthed solace and inner strength through her unwavering faith.
In this digital era, discovering true love through a dating app may seem commonplace. McCormick’s love story, however, took a different route. It all began during a concert when her gaze intersected with that of a man seemingly destined to alter her life. Determined, she started attending the same Bible studies and positioning herself near him at church, aiming to forge a connection.
The Power of Love Love possesses an incredible ability to triumph over even the most formidable obstacles. McCormick and her now-husband, Michael Cummings, confronted their fair share of challenges on their shared journey.
McCormick grappled with addiction, which strained their relationship. Yet, throughout it all, Cummings stood by her side, resolute in his commitment. He firmly believed that together, they could overcome any challenge that life presented. Cummings also recognized the profound impact of McCormick’s child stardom and devoted himself to supporting her growth and healing.
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A Testament of Unwavering Faith Sustaining a thriving marriage for 37 years is no small feat. However, for McCormick and Cummings, it stands as a testament to their unwavering faith in each other. Despite the trials and tribulations, they clung to their love tenaciously, understanding that their connection was extraordinary and worth fighting for.
In a world where celebrity relationships often crumble under the spotlight, the enduring love between Maureen McCormick and Michael Cummings shines brightly. Their steadfast commitment serves as an inspiring example of the resilience of love and faith.
Their remarkable journey reminds us that true love not only exists but also possesses the strength to withstand the tests of time.
Let Their Extraordinary Journey Inspire You The extraordinary narrative of Maureen McCormick and Michael Cummings is a beacon of hope.
When you find yourself doubting the power of love, their story serves as a poignant reminder to cling to your faith, even in the face of life’s toughest challenges. Share their story and aid others in discovering hope in the transformative power of love.
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