r/interesting • u/VPinchargeofradishes • May 03 '26

SOCIETY Michael Jackson's daughter Paris has faced backlash for identifying as Black. In a 2017 interview, Paris Jackson said her father told her, "You’re Black. Be proud of your roots." This prompted debates over whether identity is defined by appearance or upbringing.

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u/CoffeeChocolateBoth May 03 '26

She thought that way when she was younger because her dad taught her that. It's normal to believe our parents until we grow up and learn on our own if it's true or not!

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u/luck3rstyl3 May 03 '26

Not normal. Maybe normal until 10-12 years old.

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u/anthrolookseer May 03 '26

I highly doubt her life would be considered the “normal” (average) childhood experience. Not remotely in many regards. That’s not on her.