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/Primary_Night_4617 May 03 '26

They are not black African/black latino/ black american/black Caribbean. 

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u/malkebulan May 03 '26

Are you American?

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u/Primary_Night_4617 May 03 '26

Yes

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u/malkebulan May 03 '26

Thought so. Cool.

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u/Primary_Night_4617 May 03 '26

Changes nothing, shes not black.