Prince Jackson marked what would have been his father Michael Jackson’s 68th birthday with a rare public appearance in Las Vegas. The 29-year-old joined fans at Cirque du Soleil’s “Michael Jackson” ONE at Mandalay Bay, where he helped lead a birthday tribute to the late pop icon.
Prince Jackson’s Rare Vegas Appearance Draws Fans
Prince Jackson stepped out in Las Vegas on Saturday to honor Michael Jackson’s birthday alongside fans of the late singer. The appearance took place during a special celebration connected to Cirque du Soleil’s “Michael Jackson ONE” production at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
Video footage from the event showed Prince greeting attendees and spending time with fans in the theater’s lobby. He also appeared to sign autographs as fans gathered around him.
At one point, Prince joined the crowd for a birthday tribute. He raised his arms as fans shouted, “Happy birthday, Michael!” The moment was captured on video and shared online following the celebration.
Prince kept his outfit casual for the occasion. He wore a black T-shirt with a matching black baseball cap turned backward. The appearance came 17 years after Michael Jackson died at age 50. Michael was born on August 29, 1958, meaning he would have turned 68 in 2026. He died on June 25, 2009.
Michael Jackson ONE Continues His Las Vegas Legacy
The birthday gathering was tied to “Michael Jackson ONE,” the long-running Cirque du Soleil production at Mandalay Bay. The show premiered at the Las Vegas resort in June 2013 and remains a resident production dedicated to Jackson’s music and creative legacy.
According to Cirque du Soleil’s official website, the production combines acrobatics, urban dance, and large-scale visual effects with Jackson’s music. The current show runs for 90 minutes without an intermission. It also uses a surround-sound environment and a cast of 63 performers, according to Cirque du Soleil.
The annual birthday celebration has become a recurring event for Jackson fans in Las Vegas. This year’s activities included fan events surrounding the “Michael Jackson ONE” performance. Prince’s appearance added a family connection to the celebration. As Michael’s eldest son, he has continued to appear at selected events connected to his father’s legacy.
Earlier in 2026, Prince also took part in promoting “Michael,” the biographical film about his father. He served as an executive producer on the movie, while his cousin Jaafar Jackson portrayed Michael.
Prince Jackson Continues to Honor His Father
The Las Vegas appearance came during another significant year for Michael Jackson’s legacy. The 2026 release of “Michael” brought the singer’s early career and rise to global fame back into the spotlight.
The film stars Jaafar Jackson as Michael and was directed by Antoine Fuqua. Prince was among the family members credited as an executive producer on the project.
Meanwhile, “Michael Jackson ONE” continues to present the singer’s music to audiences in Las Vegas. This comes amid Cirque du Soleil’s major production changes, which saw the company end an iconic Vegas strip show. Back in August, the showrunners announced the decision to bring their Mad Apple production to a halt.
For the August 29 celebration, however, the focus remained on Michael Jackson’s birthday. Prince spent time with fans before joining them in a public birthday tribute, giving attendees a rare opportunity to celebrate the singer’s life alongside his eldest son.
