In a touching tribute to the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson's eldest son, Prince, shared a rare family photograph on what would have been the singer's 65th birthday. The candid snapshot, posted on August 29, offers a heartwarming glimpse into the Jackson family's private moments, capturing the iconic musician in the kitchen with his three children.
The photo showcases Michael Jackson holding his youngest son, Blanket, now 21, while Prince and Paris, now 25, seem engrossed in some kitchen activity. Accompanying the image, Prince, 26, penned a heartfelt message: "Happy birthday dad. I miss you and I love you. You may be gone but not forgotten. You’re in our hearts each and every day. ."
Prince's tribute didn't stop there. He also took to his Instagram Story to further honor his father, writing, "Happy birthday to the greatest: Entertainer of all time, humanitarian and father and more ."
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The post quickly garnered attention, with fans and followers pouring in their sentiments and well-wishes. One user commented, "Happy Heavenly Birthday to your Dad he is loved by many and missed dearly." Another added, "Happy birthday to the greatest entertainer and the kindest human. Your amazing father. ."
Despite the controversies that have surrounded Michael Jackson's legacy, including recent resurfaced child molestation allegations, the unwavering support from his children remains evident. An insider shared with a news outlet, "They will defend their dad until the end. They believe Michael when he said he was innocent."
The Jackson children's fond memories of their upbringing at the Neverland Ranch are evident. "They had happy childhoods living at Neverland Ranch," the source revealed. "They loved their dad, and they became very protective of him."
In another nod to the family's legacy, Prince expressed his excitement earlier this year about their cousin, Jaafar Jackson, portraying Michael in an upcoming biopic. He shared on Instagram, "Truthfully I couldn’t be happier and prouder for him, he’s been working his a-- off and I know he’s going to do an amazing job."
As the world remembers Michael Jackson, the outpouring of love and memories from his family and fans alike serves as a testament to his enduring impact on music and pop culture.