Paris Jackson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Paris Jackson
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Jackson at the 2025 Venice Film Festival
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Paris-Michael Katherine Jackson
April 3, 1998 |
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| Years active | 2010–present |
| Partner(s) | Justin Long (2022–2025) |
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| Family | Jackson |
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| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
| Hair color | Brown |
| Eye color | Blue |
| Agency | IMG Models (New York, Paris, Milan, London, Sydney) |
Paris-Michael Katherine Jackson (born April 3, 1998) is an American model, actress, and singer. She is the second child and only daughter of the famous singer Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe. Paris Jackson signed a music deal with Republic Records in 2020. Her first album, Wilted, was released in the same year.
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Paris Jackson's Life and Career
Early Life and Family (1998–2009)
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Paris-Michael Katherine Jackson was born on April 3, 1998, in Beverly Hills, California. She was named after the city of Paris. Her name also came from a promise her father and aunts made when they were younger. Paris is the middle child and only daughter of singer Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe.
She has an older brother, Michael Joseph Jackson Jr. (known as "Prince"). She also has a younger half-brother, Prince Michael Jackson II (known as "Bigi"). Paris was raised by her father after her parents divorced in 2000. Her father wanted to raise the children.
Paris grew up at Neverland Ranch with her siblings. Her godparents were actress Elizabeth Taylor and actor Macaulay Culkin. When she was a child, Paris and her siblings often wore masks in public. This helped to keep their faces private from the public and the media.
When Michael Jackson passed away on June 25, 2009, Paris and her siblings went to live with their grandmother, Katherine Jackson. They also lived with their cousin, Tito Joe Jackson ("TJ"). On July 7, 2009, at her father's televised memorial service, 11-year-old Paris spoke. She said, "I just wanted to say, ever since I was born, Daddy has been the best father you could ever imagine." She added, "And I just wanted to say I love him so much."
Starting Her Career (2010–2018)
In 2010, Paris and her brothers appeared in an interview with Oprah Winfrey. They talked about their lives after their father's death. Paris and Prince also accepted a Lifetime Achievement Award for their father at the 2010 Grammy Awards. Paris attended the Buckley School, a private school in California. There, she played flag football and softball, and was a cheerleader.
In 2011, Paris was set to star in a children's fantasy film called Lundon's Bridge and the Three Keys. However, the movie was not produced. Paris, Prince, Bigi, and their grandmother planned a documentary film. It was called Remembering Michael and was meant to honor Michael Jackson.
In January 2017, Paris Jackson was featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. In March 2017, she signed a modeling contract with IMG Models. She also made her acting debut that month. She had a guest role on the FOX TV series Star.
Paris made her first movie appearance in Gringo in 2018. She also formed a music duo called The Soundflowers with musician Gabriel Glenn. Paris sings and plays the ukulele, while Gabriel sings and plays acoustic guitar. The Soundflowers released their first music collection, a self-titled EP, on June 24, 2020.
Recent Projects and Music (2019–Present)
In June 2019, Paris Jackson appeared in the third season of the VH1 TV series Scream. She also appeared in the film Habit, portraying a character named Jesus. Paris signed a music deal with Republic Records. Her first song, "Let Down", came out on October 29, 2020. Her first album, Wilted, was released on November 13, 2020.
In 2021, a song called "Notes on a ghost" won the Best Music award at the Top Indie Film Awards. Paris Jackson and Gabriel Glenn performed this song. It was part of the movie The Passenger. In April 2021, Paris joined the cast of the FX horror series, American Horror Story. She also starred as Maya in the spinoff series, American Horror Stories, which premiered in July 2021.
On June 12, 2022, Paris Jackson attended the 75th Tony Awards with her brother Prince. They supported the Broadway musical MJ the Musical. The musical's lead actor, Myles Frost, won an award for playing Paris's father, Michael Jackson. Paris and Prince introduced a performance from the musical.
On February 18, 2022, Paris Jackson released The Lost EP. This collection included a song with Caamp called "Lost." In June 2022, she released the song and music video for "Lighthouse." The video had a 1990s rock style, honoring bands like Nirvana. On October 28, 2022, Paris released another song called "Just You."
In September 2024, Jackson walked the runway at Paris Fashion Week for Maison Yoshiki Paris. This is a high fashion brand created by Japanese rock star Yoshiki. In July 2025, Paris Jackson raised questions about some payments related to her father's estate.
Personal Life and Activism
Paris Jackson has shared that she is multiracial. She considers herself Black and grew up learning about African-American culture from her father.
As a teenager, Paris attended a special school for a period. In 2020, she spoke about her experiences at such schools. She said that she experienced stress and anxiety because of them.
In June 2021, Paris Jackson appeared on the Facebook Watch show Red Table Talk. She talked about how she copes with stress. She finds help through music, positive affirmations, and therapy.
On May 31, 2020, Paris Jackson joined protests for social justice and equality. She supported the Black Lives Matter movement. She posted a photo on Instagram with a sign that said "Peace Love Justice." Paris is also an ambassador for the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation and the Heal Los Angeles Foundation. She has said she started modeling to help bring more attention to her activism.
On December 6, 2024, Paris Jackson announced her engagement to music producer Justin Long. In July 2025, she shared that they had ended their engagement.
Music Highlights
Paris Jackson has released several music projects.
Studio Albums
- Wilted (2020)
Extended Plays (EPs)
- The Soundflowers (2020) - with her band The Soundflowers
- The Lost EP (2022)
Singles
- "Let Down" (2020)
- "Lighthouse" (2022)
- "Just You" (2022)
- "Bandaid" (2023)
Acting Roles
Paris Jackson has appeared in several films and television shows.
Films
- Gringo (2018)
- The Space Between (2021)
- Habit (2021)
- One Spoon of Chocolate (2025)
Television
- Star (2017) - guest role
- Scream (2019)
- American Horror Stories (2021)
- Swarm (2023)
- Doctor Odyssey (2025)
Awards and Recognitions
Paris Jackson has received awards for her work.
- Daily Front Row Emerging Talent Award (2017)
- Top Indie Film Awards - Best Music for "Notes on a ghost" (2021) - with The Soundflowers
