Prince Jackson Pays Tribute to Father Michael Jackson on 15th Anniversary of His Death
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Prince Jackson, the eldest son of the late pop icon Michael Jackson, took a moment to remember his father on the 15th anniversary of his passing. In an Instagram Story post on June 25, the 27-year-old shared a bittersweet tribute to the legendary artist.
Accompanied by an image of Michael Jackson performing alongside fans during the 1993 Super Bowl XXVII halftime show, Prince wrote, "Miss you pops. The world felt better with you in it." The heartfelt message expressed the void left by the iconic singer's absence.
To further honor his father's legacy, Prince added the song "We Are The World" to his post. The emotional ballad, written by Michael Jackson's collaborator Lionel Richie in 1985, is a testament to unity and compassion.
Prince was not the only family member to pay tribute to the King of Pop on this significant anniversary. Jackie Jackson, the eldest brother of Michael Jackson and a fellow member of the Jackson 5, also shared a message on social media. Alongside a black and white photo featuring a young Michael and himself, the 73-year-old wrote, "Hard to believe it's been 15 years without you. Miss you everyday."
Tito Jackson, the second eldest Jackson sibling, joined in commemorating his late brother as well. Sharing a black and white portrait of Michael, the 70-year-old used hashtags such as "#15yearswithoutmichaeljackson" and "#gonetoosoon" to express the everlasting impact of his brother's music and legacy.
Prince has previously spoken about his efforts to keep his father's memory alive. He revealed that he surrounds himself with photos and artistic paintings of Michael in his home, and endeavors to live by his father's teachings of love and compassion. Prince also strives to help at least one person every day, seeing it as a way to continue his father's legacy.
In related news, a new biopic titled "Michael" is in the works, which will showcase Michael Jackson's life. The film, featuring Jaafar Jackson, the son of Jermaine Jackson and ex-wife Alejandra Loaiza, in the lead role as his uncle, has generated excitement among fans, friends, and family members. Prince recently shared a behind-the-scenes look at the filming process, expressing his pride and awe at watching his cousin Jaafar perform and embody the likeness of their father on screen.
As the world marks the 15th anniversary of Michael Jackson's passing, his family continues to honor and remember his extraordinary musical legacy, timeless contributions, and enduring impact on popular culture. The influence of the King of Pop lives on, touching the hearts of countless fans across generations.