Paris and Debbie Reconnect: A Fresh Look at Their Family Story

Paris Jackson recently posted a handful of selfies with her mother, Debbie Rowe, showing the two smiling side‑by‑side. The pictures appeared on Paris’s Instagram Story on February 26, where she captioned one with the word “lately” and a red heart. Debbie Rowe, who was married to pop legend Michael Jackson in 1996, gave birth to Paris’s brother, Prince, in 1997 and to Paris herself in 1998. After their divorce in 2000, Debbie transferred full custody of the children to Michael, who raised them until his death in 2009. In a 2022 documentary, Debbie admitted she felt guilty for not being more present in Michael’s final years and expressed a desire to make amends with the family. She began reconnecting with Paris in 2013, and after a brief break, the two reunited again.Paris supported Debbie during her breast‑cancer battle in 2016 and attended one of Debbie’s public appearances in 2019. In a 2021 interview, Paris described their relationship as “cool, ” noting they share similar tastes in music—especially country and folk—and that their bond feels like a relaxed friendship. The mother‑daughter duo’s renewed closeness offers a glimpse into how family ties can heal over time, even after long periods of separation. Their story reminds us that reconnecting with loved ones can bring unexpected comfort and shared joy.