“Ever since I was born, daddy has been the best father you could ever imagine. And I just wanted to say I love him so much.” Those words, spoken by 11-year-old Paris Jackson at her father’s funeral, moved millions around the world. For Paris and her brothers, losing Michael Jackson was not just losing a global icon—it was losing their “hero” and “protector.”

After his death, Paris and her siblings were raised by their grandmother, Katherine Jackson, who gave them stability amid public scrutiny. Growing up, Paris struggled to cope with grief while living under the weight of her father’s fame and media attention.

At 19, she moved into her father’s private studio, turning it into her own creative space filled with memories and inspiration. It was her way of reconnecting with him while beginning to define her own path.

Now 23, Paris is thriving as both a model and a musician. In an interview with Naomi Campbell, she discussed her career, her new album, and her journey to self-identity. She said her father taught her “resilience, kindness, and perseverance.”

Paris Jackson’s story is one of healing and independence—honoring her father’s legacy while building her own.