Michael Jackson's Kids Celebrate Dad's Birthday in Gary, Indiana

August 30, 2012 Remembered

The children of Michael Jackson celebrated what would have been their father’s 54th birthday in a very special way. Prince, 15, Paris, 14 and Blanket, 10, joined fans in Michael’s hometown of Gary, Indiana for a touching vigil at his childhood home.

Michael Jackson's Kids Celebrate Dad's Birthday in Gary, Indiana

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In an earlier interview, the children shared their thoughts on Gary and their father. Prince told a local reporter, "We're here in Gary, and it's a new experience for us. People are real nice here. It's amazing how much he was respected and loved."

Blanket, who has shied away from the media, added, "It's a good place. It's good to see it, the place where our dad grew up."

Blanket

Photo: Blanket Jackson. Credit: Getty Images.

Sister Paris tweeted her birthday wishes, "Thru my joy & my sorrow, in the promise of another 2morro, i'll never let u apart for ur always in my heart … happy birthday i love u daddy."

The visit was part of the "Goin' Back to Indiana: Can You Feel It" celebration honoring Michael. Prince, Paris and Blanket are expected to participate in several events over the four day period, Aug. 29 to Sept. 1, including a baseball game between the Gary SouthShore RailCats and St. Paul Saints.

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Charmian

267 days ago

All those comments said by the Jackson kids were comments made last year. Do you'll make a habit of meshing all stories together, at least wait for them to comment on things they did this year. What sloppy reporting.

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Ashley

267 days ago

The video and quotes you used were from last year when the kids were in Gary. However, the picture of Blanket signing an autograph and the one of Prince and Paris holding up Gary shirts is from this year.

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