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It’s the season ofgiving and Michael Jackson’s son Prince Jackson — Michael Joseph Jackson, Jr. — is doing his part to helpdisadvantaged children. The 19-year-old opened up in a rare broadcast interviewabout his Heal the World student organization,which was modeled after his late father's Heal The World Foundation.
The teen admitted to Entertainment Tonight that his father "is" the inspiration behind his charitable work on Thursday at the first annual Heal Los Angeles'Boys & Girls Club Christmas event, which featured visits from Santa Clausin addition to Disney characters.
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"When I was younger my dadalways told me about how Disney was such a happy place and I grew up on thecartoons. And I remember when I was younger seeing Mickey Mouse and all of [thecartoon characters] and how happy I would feel and I know that was because ofmy dad," Prince shared. "It's good to know that I'm doing that forthe kids."
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When asked what his father wouldthink of his own philanthropic efforts? Paris Jackson’s older brother replied, “I think hewould be very happy.” The young activist "hopes to lead by example" with his hands on approach tohelping others, he said, "not just for my siblings or my family membersbut also for the younger generations."
Prince, who is devoted to hischaritable works and family, also shared, "I have a great sense of loyalty anddevotion to my family," adding, "They inspire me and I hope I inspirethem."
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The King of Pop's firstborn isn’tthe only member of the Jackson family getting into the holiday spirit. Paris spreadChristmas cheer on her Instagram account posting a fun-filled video. The18-year-old showed off her pipes singing the classic tune It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmasas she danced wearing a reindeer sweater, Christmas lights necklace and SantaClaus hat. Attached to the clip she wrote, “'tis the season.”
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