History of Paris Jackson in Timeline

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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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.

2011: Film Role

In 2011, Paris Jackson signed on to star in the children's fantasy film, Lundon's Bridge and the Three Keys, which was adapted from a book written by Dennis Christen. However, the film was never produced.

January 2017: Rolling Stone Cover

In January 2017, Paris Jackson appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine, marking a significant moment in her burgeoning career.

March 2017: Modeling Contract and Acting Debut

In March 2017, Paris Jackson signed a modeling contract with IMG Models, beginning her journey in the fashion world. Also in March, she made her acting debut with a guest starring role on FOX's Star.

June 23, 2018: First Performance with The Soundflowers

On June 23, 2018, Paris Jackson and Gabriel Glenn performed their first gig as The Soundflowers at Canyon Sessions, debuting original songs "Daisy" and "In the Blue".

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.

2018: Feature Film Debut

In 2018, Paris Jackson made her feature film debut in Gringo, marking another milestone in her acting career.

March 2019: Suicide Attempt Denial

In March 2019, TMZ reported that Paris Jackson had attempted suicide by cutting her wrists, a claim she vehemently denied on Twitter, calling the report "lies lies lies".

June 24, 2019: Appearance in Scream

On June 24, 2019, it was confirmed that Paris Jackson would appear in the third season of the VH1 television series Scream, marking another appearance in a television series.

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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".

June 24, 2020: Release of The Soundflowers EP

On June 24, 2020, The Soundflowers, the musical duo of Paris Jackson and Gabriel Glenn, released their first self-titled EP, showcasing their musical talents.

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.

October 2020: Revelation about Therapeutic School Abuse

In October 2020, Paris Jackson revealed that the therapeutic school she attended in Utah had subjected her and other students to extensive abuse, contrasting her earlier positive statements about the school. This was inspired by Paris Hilton's documentary This Is Paris.

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October 29, 2020: Release of 'Let Down'

On October 29, 2020, Paris Jackson released her first single, "Let Down", along with its music video, signifying the start of her solo music career.

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November 13, 2020: Release of 'Wilted'

On November 13, 2020, Paris Jackson released her debut album, Wilted, marking a significant milestone in her music career.

2020: Record Deal and Debut Album

In 2020, Paris Jackson signed a deal with Republic Records, marking a career milestone. Her debut album, Wilted, was subsequently released the same year.

April 22, 2021: Casting in American Horror Story

On April 22, 2021, Paris Jackson joined the cast of the tenth season of the FX anthology horror series, American Horror Story, in an undisclosed role, expanding her acting repertoire.

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June 16, 2021: Appearance on Red Table Talk

On June 16, 2021, Paris Jackson appeared on the Facebook Watch show Red Table Talk, where she discussed her PTSD from paparazzi and her improved mental health, attributing her coping mechanisms to music, affirmations, and therapy.

July 15, 2021: Starring in American Horror Stories

On July 15, 2021, Paris Jackson starred as Maya in the first story of the American Horror Story spinoff series, American Horror Stories, further showcasing her acting talent in the horror genre.

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February 18, 2022: Release of Lost EP

On February 18, 2022, Paris Jackson shared the Lost EP, featuring the song "Lost" with Caamp, and solo songs "Breathe Again" and "Never Going Back Again".

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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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June 2022: Release of 'Lighthouse'

In June 2022, Paris Jackson released the single "Lighthouse" and its music video, drawing inspiration from 1990s rock grunge and paying homage to Nirvana and Kurt Cobain.

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October 28, 2022: Release of 'Just You'

On October 28, 2022, Paris Jackson released a single titled "Just You", adding to her growing discography.

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September 2024: Walking the Runway at Paris Fashion Week

In September 2024, Paris Jackson walked the runway at Paris Fashion Week S/S 2025 for Maison Yoshiki Paris, a high fashion brand created by Yoshiki.

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.