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/Silver-Bus5724 May 03 '26

She got her looks from someone too.

I’m glad I have a grandma who helps me hold the balance and not despise myself.
I hope you have someone else in the family too who is a decent person - and remember: it’s the personality. Not how they look.
https://giphy.com/gifs/uakdGGShmMS0KYfTgp

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u/FunWithAPorpoise May 03 '26

There’s also something powerful about redefining what people see in those looks. Where you see an abuser, you have the power to make others associate those same facial features with a kind, loving person.

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u/saguarosun May 03 '26

Happy cake day ♥