Michael Jackson's Son Prince Jackson Shares Pressure of "Big Shoes to Fill" in Family

Michael Jackson's son Prince Jackson, 27, admitted his "very rich family history" has inspired him to try to make his dad proud by "giving back,” as seen in his latest public outing.

By Lindsay Weinberg Dec 20, 2024 11:56 PMTags
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Prince Jackson is starting with the man in the mirror.

Michael Jackson's eldest son shared some of the ways he hopes to uphold his dad's legacy 15 years after the Grammy winner's tragic drug-related death.

"I come from a very rich family history, and those are some big shoes to fill," Prince told the Associated Press Dec. 19. "I don't know if I ever could, but I wear it like a badge of honor."

The 27-year-old explained how he, along with sister Paris Jackson, 26, and brother Bigi "Blanket" Jackson, 22, all try to honor their dad in their own unique ways.

"My siblings and I, we each kind of got a piece of him in different ways," Prince continued. "For me, it's that philanthropic kind of giving back, and that's where I'm really passionate about. I just hope the work that we do makes him proud."

That's why Prince wanted to make a difference this holiday season, which inspired him to host a Christmas event Dec. 19 with his charity Heal LA. For the outing, he went shopping for Mattel toys, loading up his cart with Barbies and Disney Princess figurines for underprivileged children.

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"It warms my heart when we see the kids smile at the end of the day," he added. "So, it's really fun."

Prince co-founded the organization in 2016 while a student at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles.

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The website notes that the group was "inspired by the philanthropic efforts of the late Michael Jackson" to "address the needs of underserved communities."

"With a mission to end homelessness, child abuse, and hunger in Los Angeles," it reads, "Heal LA embarked on a number of initiatives to serve those in need."

Over the course of five college semesters, Heal LA raised over $150,000. 

And if you want a deeper dive on Michael Jackson's kids, you are not alone. Read on for more family photos.

Rare Red Carpet Appearance

Prince, Paris and Bigi attend the red carpet for the opening night of MJ: The Musical in March 2024.

Winning Awards

Bigi appears with his brother Prince and friends at the Santa Monica Film Festival in February 2024. Michael's youngest son had won the award for Best Drama for his short film Rochelles, his directorial and screenwriting debut.

Happy Halloween

Prince and Bigi appear at their family's annual Thriller Night celebration in 2022.

Diamond Birthday Celebration

Prince and Paris attend the Michael Jackson Diamond Birthday Celebration at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

All Glammed Up

Prince and Paris appear together at the 2022 Harold and Carole Pump Foundation Gala at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif. in August 2022.

Brother & Sister

Prince and Paris appear in a YouTube video in 2021.

Brothers' Night Out

Prince and Bigi appear at their family's annual Thriller Night celebration in 2019.

Strike a Pose

The two pose at Prince Jackson's Heal LA and TLK Fusion Present The 2nd Annual Costume For A Cause at Jackson Family Home on Oct. 27, 2017.

Sibling Love

Walking hand-in-hand, the two attend the mothers2mothers and The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation Benefit Dinner on October 24, 2017 in Beverly Hills, Calif.

Family Photo

Prince wrote, "It was an honor to be a part of @officialsiggyjackson wedding with my sis @parisjackson."

Silly Time

The sibling showed off their silly side over the summer on Instragram.

Step and Repeat

The trio of siblings arrived at the Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour in Los Angeles on January 27, 2012. 

Hand in Hand

Prince and Paris attend the hand and footprint ceremony at Graumann's Chinese Theater in Los Angeles January 26, 2012.

Honoring Dad

Bigi, Prince Jackson and Paris appear together at the hand and footprint ceremony.

Meet the Press

The duo stood together as they attended the press conference for Goin' Back To Indiana: Can You Feel It at the Majestic Star Hotel Lakeshore Ballroom on August 29, 2012 in Gary, Indiana. 

No Hoosiers Here

On Aug. 30, 2012, the siblings attended the St. Paul Saints Vs. The Gary SouthShore RailCats baseball game at U.S. Steel Yard in their father's hometown of Gary, Indiana.

Dad's Memorial

The trio appeared on stage during the memorial service for their father at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on July 7, 2009.

Birthday Tribute

The kids celebrate together with dad in this throwback pic shared by Prince.

Family Memories

Prince shared this family photo on what would have been Michael's 64th birthday on Instagram.

Jackson Family

Prince, Paris and Bigi, then nicknamed Blanket, appear with their dad in this throwback pic the eldest of his children shared on what would have been his 64th birthday in 2022.