The Jackson Children: Prince, Paris, and Bigi
Prince, Paris, and Bigi Jackson are some of the most well-known children in the world. The world was shocked on June 25, 2009, when their father, Michael Jackson, passed away, leaving the three without their dad. This article looks at how they grew up at Neverland Ranch and how their lives are now as adults.
Debbie Rowe
Michael Jackson was married to Lisa Marie Presley for two years, but they divorced in 1996 when Presley didn’t want children. Jackson worried he might never have kids of his own. His second wife was Debbie Rowe, whom he married on November 13, 1996. Though their marriage only lasted two years, they had two children together.
The Birth of Prince
Michael’s first child with Debbie, Michael Joseph Jackson Jr., was born on February 13, 1997, at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. They named him Prince. Michael and Debbie were not a typical couple, and their marriage was mainly to provide a family for the singer. After Prince’s birth, Michael took him to Neverland Ranch while Debbie stayed with a friend.
Paris Arrives
In November 1997, Debbie announced she was pregnant again. On April 3, 1998, their second child, Paris Michael Katherine Jackson, was born. Paris’ middle names came from Michael and his mother, Katherine. Michael quickly took Paris to Neverland, where she would grow up in a home full of theme parks and an interactive zoo.
Peter Pan Costumes
Peter Pan had a big influence on Michael’s life, which is why he named his home Neverland. The kids loved the fantasy of Peter Pan too. This picture shows Prince, Paris, and Blanket in beautiful handmade costumes. Michael wanted his kids to experience as much magic as possible, since he missed out on a normal childhood.
Protecting His Family
Michael was very protective of his children from the media and photographers. Many photos show the kids wearing elaborate masks or costumes to hide their faces. These efforts only made the paparazzi more determined to capture photos of them.
Famous Friends
The Jackson children often played with other celebrity kids, including the Hadid sisters, Gigi and Bella. Because they were homeschooled, they didn’t have the same opportunities to make friends as other kids. These playdates at Neverland were important for them socially.
A Regular Family
Though Michael sometimes hid his kids from the paparazzi, there were moments when they were seen without masks. These were likely times when Michael didn’t expect to run into the press. In these rare photos, they looked like a regular family, with Michael as a loving father. It’s sad to think these moments might have been some of the last times they spent with him before his death.
Michael Jackson’s Death
On June 25, 2009, Michael Jackson died of an accidental overdose in his home. The news shocked the world. During this time, the Jackson children were not seen publicly, as the family gave them the sad news and comforted them at home.
Family Support After Michael’s Passing
After Michael’s sudden death, his mother, Katherine Jackson, stepped in to care for Prince, Paris, and Blanket. Along with their co-guardian, Michael’s nephew TJ Jackson, Katherine provided support. The children faced the challenge of adjusting to life without their father, who had always been there for them.
