Prince Jackson announces engagement to Molly Schirmang: a love story rooted in legacy

Michael Jackson’s eldest son, Prince Jackson, is officially engaged, and his announcement is every bit the mix of romance, legacy, and modern-day love story we didn’t know we needed.

On Tuesday, August 26, the 27-year-old quietly revealed his engagement to his longtime girlfriend, Molly Schirmang, with a heartfelt Instagram post.

Using an infinity symbol to mark their forever bond, Prince captioned the post: “8 years down ♾️ to go. Molly and I have spent a lot of time together and made incredible memories. I’m excited for this next chapter in our lives as we continue to grow and make great memories. I love you, babs.”

The carousel of photos he shared told their story more powerfully than words ever could. From hiking trips and kayaking adventures to college graduation ceremonies and intimate family moments, the post painted a picture of a relationship built on genuine companionship, shared growth, and unwavering support.

One standout image showed Prince, Schirmang, and his grandmother, Katherine Jackson, 95, outside the family’s Hayvenhurst estate, a reminder that, even in private joy, the Jackson legacy is never far away.

A subtle but powerful nod to his father

Perhaps the most touching detail? Prince set the entire post to his late father’s ballad, “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You”, released in 1987 as the lead single from "Bad".

For fans, it felt like a poetic tribute not just to his parents’ legacy, but to how music has always been the Jackson family’s language of love.

According to relationship psychologist Dr John Gottman, small rituals of connection, like choosing meaningful songs or symbols, can strengthen emotional intimacy in long-term relationships.

Prince’s choice to weave his father’s voice into his proposal announcement feels like one of those rituals deeply personal yet universally understood.

Who is Molly Schirmang?

While Molly Schirmang isn’t a household name, she has quietly been part of Prince’s public life since 2018, when he first shared her photo on Instagram for their first anniversary.

At the time, he wrote: “I had such an amazing time in San Fran celebrating our year together.”

Since then, the couple has shared their milestones from travelling the world to graduating from college, mostly away from the spotlight.

In a 2018 interview with "People", Prince opened up about what makes their relationship work: “In everything there’s an important balance … I’m more aggressive; she’s a little softer. She encourages me to see things through a different light, and it helps us stay well-rounded.”

A life beyond the Jackson legacy

Born Michael Joseph Jackson Jr. on February 13, 1997, to Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe, Prince was just 12 when his father passed away in 2009. Since then, he has deliberately carved out his own identity.

Today, he runs the Heal Los Angeles Foundation, which provides underprivileged children with access to education, food, and health resources.

He also graduated from Loyola Marymount University with a degree in business administration and occasionally works in the film and production industry. While Prince has never shied away from honouring his father, he even sports a tattoo of the King of Pop on his leg, he has been equally intentional about building a grounded, authentic life.

That authenticity extends to his relationship with Molly, which he has described as a partnership rooted in encouragement and shared values.

The engagement announcement was met with love from family members and fans alike.

His cousin Taryll Jackson, son of Tito Jackson, commented on the post: “😊💙🙏🏽 Congrats!!!”

Meanwhile, his sister Paris Jackson has previously shown support for the couple, once commenting on their anniversary post: “Warms my heart to see how much joy you two bring each other.”

As psychology research notes, couples who celebrate each other’s wins, create shared memories, and stay curious about one another build stronger, more enduring bonds. Prince and Schirmang’s journey from college sweethearts to world travellers, to now, future husband and wife, seems to embody just that.

For Prince, who grew up in the public eye with the heavy weight of the Jackson name, his engagement is more than just a personal milestone. It’s a quiet declaration of love, growth, and stability.

And for fans, it’s a heartwarming reminder that, even in the world of celebrity, some love stories are written not in tabloids but in the everyday acts of partnership. As the wedding planning begins, one thing is certain: Prince Jackson may be the son of the world’s most famous pop star, but this love story is all his own.