Paris Jackson is engaged.
The 26-year-old model – who is the daughter of late King of Pop Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe – has been dating music producer Justin Long since 2022 and took to social media on his birthday (06.12.24) to reveal that they are set to tie the knot. The couple’s relationship has been closely followed by fans, who have witnessed their creative collaborations and personal growth together.
“happy birthday my sweet blue. doing life with you these last years has been an indescribable whirlwind and i couldn’t dream of anyone more perfect for me to do it all with. thank you for letting me be yours. i love you,” she wrote on Instagram. The post quickly garnered over a million likes, with celebrities and fans flooding the comments with congratulations.
In one of the pictures, Justin is on one knee whilst a shocked Paris watches as he pulls a ring out of a box. The intimate moment was captured at what appears to be a private setting, reflecting the couple’s preference for keeping significant moments personal despite their public profiles.
Paris has a career as a singer in her own right and it is believed that she and Justin met when he worked started working with her band before he collaborated with her on her track ‘Blue Moon’. The song has since accumulated over 500,000 streams across various platforms, showcasing their successful professional partnership.
But the ‘hit your knees’ singer has previously been linked to the likes of Cara Delevigne and recently admitted that she always thought she would end up marrying a woman. Her openness about her sexuality has made her an important voice for LGBTQ+ youth.
“[I] thought I’d end up marrying a chick. I’ve dated more women than men. Been with more chicks,” she said. This candid revelation came during an interview where she discussed her journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Prior to her relationship with Justin, Paris dated bandmate Gabriel Glenn noted when it all came to an end it had been the “deepest” love she had ever felt. Their relationship was documented in their Facebook Watch series “Unfiltered: Paris Jackson & Gabriel Glenn,” which gave fans an intimate look at their dynamic.
“It was the deepest I ever loved someone, it was the most intense I’ve felt so far and the most intense betrayal I felt so far and experienced,” she explained on ‘Red Table Talk’. The episode drew millions of viewers and highlighted Paris’s vulnerability and strength in discussing personal matters.
‘It’s definitely closed me off to that, I’m very careful with who I spend time with now and very guarded and trying to protect myself,” Paris shared. Her journey to finding love again has resonated with many who have experienced similar emotional challenges.
The engagement marks a new chapter for Paris, who has established herself as more than just Michael Jackson’s daughter. With multiple Billboard-charting songs, successful modeling campaigns, and acting roles, she has created her own identity in the entertainment industry.
This news comes as Paris continues to build her musical career, with her latest EP receiving critical acclaim and demonstrating her evolution as an artist. The engagement to Justin, who has produced for several notable artists, suggests both a personal and professional alignment that fans are excited to follow.
Friends close to the couple have noted their shared passion for music and art, with their relationship growing stronger through their creative collaborations. Industry insiders predict their union will lead to more innovative musical projects, combining their unique talents and perspectives.
The engagement ring, though not yet detailed publicly, is reported to be a custom design that reflects Paris’s eclectic style and the couple’s shared artistic sensibilities. Celebrity jewelers have noted the growing trend of personalized engagement rings among entertainment industry couples.
