Paris Jackson, daughter of Michael Jackson, recently spoke about identifying as a black woman, despite her white appearance, attributing it to her father’s encouragement to embrace their African-American roots. She recalled his affirmations: “He would look me in the eyes… ‘You’re black. Be proud of your roots.’” This sparked both support and skepticism online.
While some praised her acknowledgment of her black identity, others questioned it due to her appearance. Media personality Wendy Williams noted that Paris’s identification as black doesn’t change how she’s perceived visually. This highlights challenges faced by white-presenting biracial individuals like Paris, who may not face the same systemic oppression as visibly black individuals.
