Childhood and Education Journey of Paris Jackson in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Paris Jackson. A timeline of key moments.

Paris Jackson, daughter of Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe, is an American model, actress, and singer. She embarked on a professional music career, signing with Republic Records in 2020 and subsequently releasing her debut album, Wilted, that same year.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

April 3, 1998: Paris Jackson's birth

On April 3, 1998, Paris-Michael Katherine Jackson was born. She is the daughter of Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe and would later become a model, actress, and singer.

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2000: Divorce and Custody

In 2000, Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe divorced, with Michael receiving full custody of Paris and her siblings. Rowe stated that it was her intention and agreed upon with Michael that he would raise and have custody of the children.

June 25, 2009: Death of Michael Jackson

On June 25, 2009, Paris Jackson's father, Michael Jackson, unexpectedly died, leading to her and her siblings being placed under the care of their grandmother and cousin, Tito Joe Jackson.

July 7, 2009: Memorial Service Speech

On July 7, 2009, during Michael Jackson's televised memorial, 11-year-old Paris Jackson concluded the service by expressing her love for her father, stating that he had been the best father she could ever imagine.

2010: Interviews and Award

In 2010, Paris Jackson and her brothers gave an interview for Oprah Winfrey about life after their father's death. Also in 2010, she and her brother Prince accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards on their father's behalf, honoring his legacy.

July 13, 2018: Discussion of Sexuality on Social Media

On July 13, 2018, Paris Jackson responded to questions about her sexuality on Instagram and Twitter, stating that she has been out since she was 14 and does not like labels, expressing that she loves people for people.

May 31, 2020: Joining Black Lives Matter Protests

On May 31, 2020, Paris Jackson joined the protests after George Floyd's murder in solidarity with Black Lives Matter, posting a photo of herself on Instagram holding a sign that read "Peace Love Justice".

July 2020: Discussion of Sexuality in Docuseries

In July 2020, Paris Jackson discussed her sexuality in her docuseries, Unfiltered: Paris Jackson & Gabriel Glenn, stating she has dated more women than men, but does not consider herself bisexual.

June 12, 2022: Attending the Tony Awards

On June 12, 2022, Paris Jackson and her brother Prince attended the 75th Tony Awards in support of the Broadway musical MJ the Musical and lead actor Myles Frost, who won Best Actor for portraying their father, Michael Jackson.

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December 6, 2024: Engagement Announcement

On December 6, 2024, Paris Jackson announced her engagement to music producer Justin Long, marking a new chapter in her personal life.

July 2025: Objection to Legal Fees

In July 2025, Paris Jackson formally objected to the Jackson estate's request for legal fees, citing concerns about "irregular payments", including "premium payments" for unrecorded attorney time.