2 hours ago
7
Paris Jackson Details Childhood With Dad Michael Jackson at Neverland
Fans may think they know Michael Jackson’s kids like they know their ABCs. But learning who Prince Jackson, Paris Jackson and Bigi Jackson really are isn’t as easy as one, two, three.
Because while the trio grew up in the spotlight, they actually live pretty private lives. But for Paris, music has been a window into her personal world.
"There are maybe certain things that I don’t want to talk about in an interview or I may not want to talk about on my f--king Instagram," the 28-year-old told Alex Cooper on the Aug. 12 episode of Call Her Daddy. "But with art, I’m going to be honest. I’m going to share my experience and then maybe I will talk about it later as it relates to the music."
Though Paris is the heir to the King of Pop, following in his musical footsteps, she doesn’t compare her songs to her father's. Instead, she does what sounds and feels right to her.
"When you place expectations on other people, you’re just going to end up sour about it," she continued. "And that’s not really my business what other people think of me. And also, if you’re going to kind of try and turn someone into something that is one of a kind when no one else has been able to hold a light that that, you’re going to make yourself miserable doing that."
Still, Paris admits there can be "some humor" in the comparisons. "I’m doing a grunge show, I’m doing a rock show, I’m screaming into a microphone and someone’s like, ‘Why didn’t you moonwalk on stage?'" she added. "And it’s like, 'That’s the wrong show.'"
But she thinks her dad would be a fan. "I don’t like speaking for other people," she clarified. "But based on what I knew about him wanting me to be happy, I think because I’m happy, he would be satisfied with that."
Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images
Finding this happiness didn’t happen overnight.
"It’s taken me a very long time to get to where I am right now," Paris shared. "This last year has been the happiest year of my life. And thank God I’m in this place right now 'cause I may not have said those exact words a few years ago."
However, Paris believes everything happens for a reason. And for her, one of those reasons has been her ability to be a friend to others going through shared experiences—whether it be living in the public eye, navigating mental health journeys or battling addiction.
Now more than six years sober after struggling with alcohol and heroin, the model recalled having to take a good look at the woman in the mirror and ask, “What’s it like to be in the right relationship with myself and what’s it like to not be in consuming relationships with different things?’”
Being in the right relationship with herself has included ending relationships that no longer serve her. In the summer of 2025, Paris and her fiancé, music producer Justin Long, broke up, with her noting on the podcast the decision to end her second engagement "was a choice that I needed to make to be happy.”
Now, Paris is focusing more on loving herself and continuing to surround herself with friends and family—including her and Prince’s mom Debbie Rowe (their dad’s second wife after his marriage to Lisa Marie Presley), whom she reconnected with as a teen after Michael’s death in 2009. However, it seems these are the only ties she’s comfortable discussing for now.
"I’m happy," Paris said when asked if she’s single or dating. "That’s all I’m going to say."
John MACDOUGALL / AFP via Getty Images
One relationship status that’s less vague is the one her 29-year-old brother Prince has with Molly Schirmang—the college sweethearts announcing their engagement last August.
Fans have gotten glimpses into the couple’s relationship both in his YouTube videos and on the red carpet, with Molly joining Prince at events benefiting the family’s nonprofits as well as at the Hollywood premiere of the 2026 movie he co-produced about his dad Michael.
Also joining him at one of the premieres was his brother Bigi, formerly known as Blanket. In a rare red carpet appearance last April, the 24-year-old attended a screening in Berlin, the same city where his dad showed him to the public from a hotel balcony over two decades before.
And while the youngest Jackson prefers a life away from the cameras, he did grant a brief TV interview in 2021.
Touring a room full of memorabilia from his dad’s career, Bigi told Good Morning Britain, "There's a lot of really cool stuff here. I think there's a lot of history in this house and the studio here. And that's what he was all about and that's just kind of what each of us want to do...make things that people hopefully enjoy, but also can benefit their lives."
To look back on photos of Bigi, Prince and Paris from over the years, read on.
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Lionsgate
Thriller Night
Michael Jackson's eldest son Prince Jackson (second from left) joined uncle Marlon Jackson, cousin Jaafar Jackson and his dad's siblings Jackie Jackson, La Toya Jackson and Jermaine Jackson at the April 20, 2026 premiere of Michael in Los Angeles.
Andreas Rentz/Getty Images for Universal Pictures
Not alone
Bigi Jackson (second from right) was here with older brother Prince and uncles Marlon and Jackie at Michael's April 10, 2026 showing in Berlin.
Prince Jackson/Instagram
The Way She Makes Him Feel
Molly Schirmang is very much Prince's lover. Announcing their engagement in August 2025, Prince reflected on their eight years together. "Molly and I have spent a lot of time together and made incredible memories," he wrote on Instagram. "We’ve traveled the world, graduated and grown so much together. I’m excited for this next chapter in our lives as we continue to grow and make great memories."
Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images
Rare Red Carpet Appearance
Paris Jackson joined brothers Prince and Bigi at the opening night of MJ: The Musical in March 2024.
Instagram / Prince Jackson
Winning Moves
After making his directorial and screenwriting debut with his short film Rochelles, Bigi turned up to the Santa Monica Film Festival in February 2024 with brother Prince and some friends to accept the award for Best Drama.
Kevin Winter/Getty Images
Happy Halloween
Prince and Bigi appeared at their family's annual Thriller Night celebration in 2022.
Gabe Ginsberg/FilmMagic
Diamond Birthday Celebration
Prince and Paris attended the August 2018 Michael Jackson Diamond Birthday Celebration at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images
All Glammed Up
Prince and Paris made it a family night out at the 2022 Harold and Carole Pump Foundation Gala at Los Angeles' Beverly Hilton in August 2022.
YouTube
Brother & Sister
Proving he's always in her heart, Paris appeared with Prince in a 2021 YouTube video.
Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images
Brothers' Night Out
Jackson brothers, assemble. A hockey jersey-clad Prince and Bigi (in a Captain America shirt) attended the family's annual Thriller Night celebration in 2019.
Gabriel Olsen/FilmMagic
Strike a Pose
A costumed Paris and Prince posed at his October 2017 costume party at the Jackson family estate.
Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images
Sibling Love
Walking hand-in-hand, Prince and Paris attended the October 2017 mothers2mothers and The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation Benefit Dinner in Beverly Hills, Calif.
Family Photo
"It was an honor," Prince wrote on Instagram of attending cousin Siggy Jackson's September 2017 wedding with Paris.
VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images
Step and Repeat
The trio of siblings arrived at the January 2012 Cirque du Soleil production, Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour in Los Angeles.
Mark Sullivan/WireImage
Hand in Hand
Prince and Paris put their best foot forward at a January 2012 hand and footprint ceremony at Graumann's Chinese Theater in Los Angeles.
Mark Sullivan/WireImage
Honoring Dad
Bigi, Prince and Paris sat together for the ceremony.
Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images
Meet the Press
Returning to their dad's roots, Prince and Paris posed at the August 2012 press conference for the Goin' Back To Indiana: Can You Feel It tour in Gary, Ind.
Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images
Seventh Inning Stretch
During that same trip to Michael's hometown, Paris and Prince watched the Gary SouthShore RailCats take on the St. Paul Saints.
MARK J. TERRILL/AFP/Getty Images
Remembering Dad
Attending Michael's July 2009 memorial service at L.A.'s Staples Center, the siblings leaned on one another.
Birthday Tribute
On Aug. 29, 2022 Prince honored his dad's birthday by sharing a carousel of family photos on Instagram.
Family Memories
"Happy birthday to the greatest!" Prince wrote, recognizing what would have been Michael's 64th birthday.
Jackson Family
The way he made them feel? "Miss you more and more," Prince wrote in the 2022 Instagram tribute, "but I love you more and more with each day."
For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
English (US) ·