Speculations and peculiar theories surround the paternity of Michael Jackson's children, adding another layer of intrigue to the already controversial life of the "King of Pop."
Despite his undeniable impact on international show business, Michael Jackson's legacy is intertwined with controversy, including allegations of surgeries, pedophilia, and a tumultuous personal life.
Married twice, first to Lisa Marie Presley and later to nurse Deborah Jeanne Rowe, Michael's quest for stability seemed elusive. However, his life took a dramatic turn with the birth of his children: Paris, Prince, and Blanket. This pivotal moment sparked numerous speculations about the true biological parentage of Michael's offspring.
Conspiracy theories have persistently questioned whether Michael Jackson is the biological father of his children. Despite his consistent claims, skepticism lingers, fueled by peculiar circumstances surrounding their conception. Michael's second wife, Debbie Rowe, initially proposed to bear his children, and in 1996, she announced her pregnancy. The couple divorced in 1999, with Michael assuming full responsibility for raising the children.
Paris and Prince were born from this union, but Blanket, Michael's youngest son, was born in 2002 via a surrogate whose identity remains unknown. Doubts persist despite Michael's assurances, giving rise to some intriguing theories.
One theory suggests that actor Mark Lester, known for playing Oliver in the 1968 film version of the musical, could be the biological father of Michael's children. Lester, a close friend of Michael for over three decades, claimed in 2013 that he donated sperm before the birth of Michael's first child. He even expressed willingness to take a DNA test to prove his paternity.
Another theory questions Michael's ability to father children with light skin due to the color contrast between his black heritage and Debbie Rowe's white ethnicity. Despite this, supporters argue that similarities between Prince and Michael's grandfather, Samuel, indicate a familial connection.
Amidst the speculations, there were reports suggesting that neither Michael nor Debbie Rowe were the biological parents of Prince and Paris. TMZ reported shortly after Michael's death in 2009 that neither Michael's sperm nor Debbie's eggs were used for their embryos.
A more unconventional theory proposes that Macaulay Culkin, Michael's close friend and Home Alone child star, might be Paris's biological father. Culkin, Paris's godfather, has vehemently defended Michael against abuse allegations, fueling speculation about a deeper connection between him and Paris.
