Paris Jackson was born on April 3, 1998 in California as the second child of legendary musician Michael Jackson. Growing up in the shadow of the “King of Pop,” her life was anything but ordinary from the start. Her early years were a mixture of privilege and seclusion, shielded from the public eye by her father and siblings, who valued privacy and a non-traditional education.
Paris and her brothers were homeschooled until sixth grade, and were spared the relentless media scrutiny that dominated Michael Jackson’s life. Her father, who was deeply committed to a rich education, exposed her to different cultures and experiences beyond the glitz of fame. Paris fondly remembers how these experiences broadened her worldview and instilled in her values such as cultural appreciation and hard work. From a young age, she understood the importance of succeeding on her own merits.
At the age of 11, tragedy struck Paris when her father died suddenly, thrusting her into the spotlight. Her poignant speech at his memorial service marked her public debut and gave the world a glimpse into Michael Jackson’s private family life. Paris and her brothers then accepted her father’s posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards, further cementing her public presence.
Navigating her youth amidst her father’s legacy proved challenging. Paris faced personal issues that culminated in a time of change at a therapeutic boarding school in Utah. This experience was pivotal in improving her mental health and developing a stronger person
Despite the significance of her family name, Paris was determined to follow her own path. She graduated from high school and embraced modeling as a means of self-expression, which brought her to the attention of prestigious publications. Her unique style and individuality shone on the covers of Rolling Stone, Vogue and Narcisse, making her a fashion icon in her own right.
In 2020, Paris ventured into the music industry with her debut album, “Wilted,” showcasing an indie folk sound that explores themes of heartbreak and love. Although Paris is influenced by her father’s musical legacy, she is focused on developing her own identity in the industry.
Throughout her journey, Paris Jackson remains deeply connected to the memory of her father, finding comfort in dreams in which Michael Jackson continues to guide and comfort her, underscoring their enduring bond.
One of resilience and growth, handling fame and personal loss with grace, Paris Jackson’s story serves as an inspiration to those facing adversity and embodies the pursuit of individuality amidst the challenges of her extraordinary upbringing.
Tom Jones opens up about his marriage and love life after wife’s passing
After Linda’s death, Tom cancelled all his concerts and released a short statement:
Wife’s passing
“Surrounded by her husband and loved ones, she passed away peacefully,” the Sir Tom’s website wrote.
But last year, Sir Tom opened up on her tragic death. In an interview with This Morning, the Welshman said he would “never love again”.
His wife’s passing really crushed him and he struggled to perform on stage long after Linda was gone.
“When my wife passed away, I didn’t think I could sing,” Sir Tom explained. “When you’re emotional, you can’t sing, your voice closes up.
“There are certain songs I wouldn’t do. But you have to try and get things in the right perspective. Feeling emotional; use it to your advantage and put it into the song.
Now lives in London
“It took me a while,” he continued. “Took me a few months to try and see if I could sing. I got some of my musicians around and tried a few songs. But it was very emotional.”
Linda’s passing also had other consequences – Jones decided to sell their big mansion in Los Angeles, along with all their furniture, in order to move back to the UK.
Today he lives in a flat in London – that was Linda’s wish. His late wife had been homesick and wanted to move back to her roots, but cancer took her life before it was possible.
“She always said she wanted to come back and then she could not do it, so then she told me to do it in the last week she was alive,” said Sir Tom, who was married to Linda for 59 years.
There is no doubt that Jones still mourns Linda, whom he married at the age of 16. The couple met when Linda was 15.
Speaking to Radio 2, Sir Tom described the moment he first saw his wife-to-be:
“I remember her playing marbles and I thought, ‘My God, what great legs she’s got’. She was the best-looking girl around there and we got together. It was magic”, the singer said.
Linda and Sir Tom tied the knot as teenagers, just a month before their son, Mark, was born.
But their marriage would be rife with scandals and infidelity. For more than 50 years, Tom cheated on his wife.
om, who assumed the role of sex symbol, has previously admitted that he slept with 250 women a year at the peak of his career.
“From the very beginning, he was not exactly Mr Faithful,” biographer Sean Smith told Daily Mail in 2015.
It’s unclear how much Linda knew about her husband’s shady side, but it is clear that she suspected something wasn’t right. According to Sir Tom, the couple had a “don’t ask” policy when he was on tour.
”Linda lived a quiet life and rarely left the couple’s villa in Bel Air. During her single marriage to Tom, she has also had alcohol problems,” Robin Eggar, who wrote the official biography of Tom Jones, told the Daily Mail.
After 2003, the wife stopped accompanying her husband on his tours and remained mostly at home in the couple’s Bel Air mansion.
By then, she had already endured several scandals that must have tarnished their relationship.
In 1987, Tom Jones had a three-day fling with the 24-year-old Katherine Berkery, during tour in the US. According to reports, Katherine had no idea he was married and Tom refused to return her phone calls when she discovered she was pregnant with his child.
Nine months later, Jonathan Berkery was born in New York, in June 1988. Sir Tom denied he was Jon’s dad and refused to admit that it was his child.
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