Prince Jackson honours dad Michael Jackson on his 68th birth anniversary

Michael Jackson's 68th birth anniversary was marked with heartfelt tributes this weekend.

Michael Jackson’s 68th birth anniversary was marked with heartfelt tributes this weekend. Following Paris Jackson’s release of two new songs, her brother Prince Jackson also stepped forward with his own gesture of remembrance.

The 29-year-old, whose full name is Michael Joseph “Prince” Jackson Jr., made a rare public appearance in Las Vegas. He showed up on Saturday, August 29, to celebrate what would have been his father’s 68th birthday.

Footage captured him raising his hand and counting to three before shouting out in celebration. The moment honoured the legacy of his late father, the iconic pop star.

Prince joined a large crowd of fans who had gathered for the occasion. Together, they shouted “Happy Birthday, Michael” in unison, creating an emotional atmosphere for everyone present.

He was also seen signing autographs for fans at Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson ONE show in Las Vegas. Prince kept his outfit simple, wearing a black backwards cap paired with a plain black shirt.

His sister Paris Jackson joined him for the tribute as well. She used the occasion to release two brand-new songs, titled The Breeze and Just Me and You.

The musical release followed shortly after Prince’s public appearance. Paris used her platform to share a deeply personal message about her connection to their father.

Writing on Instagram, she explained her intention behind the songs clearly. She described the project not as a tribute or commemoration, but as a personal letter set to music.

Paris called it an honest reflection on love, loss, and the complicated nature of parasocial versus personal relationships. Her words captured layered emotions tied to growing up as Michael Jackson’s daughter.

Michael Jackson’s birthday falls on August 29th each year, marking his birth in 1958. The King of Pop had three children during his lifetime: Prince, Paris, and Bigi.

Paris and Prince were born to Michael and his second wife, Debbie Rowe. Bigi, his youngest child, arrived through a surrogacy arrangement later in Michael’s life.