Michael Jackson suddenly passed away on June 25, 2009, leaving behind three young children and an unfinished music career.

* ‘Gone Too Soon’ – Michael Jackson

‘Gone Too Soon’ – Michael Jackson

Eight years later, the lives of the `King of Pop`’s three children have turned in a completely different direction.

Prince Jackson is 20 years old and has his own company.

From a bewildered teenage boy at his father’s funeral, Prince Jackson has now grown up and become a fulcrum for his two younger siblings.

Prince Jackson shared on Good Morning America in March: `My father is called the ‘King of Pop’ thanks to his hard work, many years of cultivation and overcoming hardships and difficulties. I am his son.`

Prince Jackson in GMA interview

The late star’s 20-year-old son said that no matter how big Michael’s name is in people’s eyes, to his three children he is still just the beloved father they lost.

Prince Jackson and his siblings continue on their long journey and take their father’s advice with them.

Paris Jackson pursues a modeling career.

Michael Jackson’s only daughter – Paris – seems to be the one most affected by her father’s passing and has also changed the most after eight years.

In 2016, Paris Jackson explained on her personal page the reason for committing suicide: `When I was 14 years old, there were so many people who hated me, so I tried to die. After that, I didn’t use social networks for two years. Then everything happened.

Paris had a rebellious private life after that.

* Paris Jackson on the 2017 Grammy red carpet

Paris Jackson wore a low-cut dress on the 2017 Grammy red carpet

A year ago, Paris Jackson found a direction for her life.

`I have many noble goals to pursue, devoting my whole heart and fighting for everyone. I feel it is my duty. Right now, I am focusing on the fashion field and want to make an effort.

Blanket Jackson is in 9th grade.

Blanket Jackson, the youngest child of the `King of Pop`, is always the quietest in the house.

However, according to TMZ, despite the upheavals in his life, Blanket is a good student at school and active in social interactions.

Minh Anh