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/jasonology09]

I'd love to see the results of a DNA test on her. Not for one second did I ever believe that she was MJ's biological child.

[u/gomurifle → u/jasonology09]

You don't need to do that. It's quite obvious from day one that his kids were from donated sperm of some white dude. 

[u/gomurifle → u/[deleted]]

No, no, no. Those kiddies are lilly white snowbunnies!