FYI: Mark Lester Claims He Might Be Paris' Father

Former UK child star Mark Lester (51; movie musical 'Oliver' (1968)), who was a longtime friend of Michael, talked to the British tabloid News Of The World and claimed in a video interview that he might be the father of Michael's daughter Paris.

Lester claims that he donated his sperm at a London clinic during the time of Michael's marriage to Debbie Rowe and that he "gave Michael my sperm so that he could have kids - and I believe Paris is my daughter." He thinks so because he sees a resemblance between his own daughter Harriet (15) and Paris. Lester said he has "concerns about the welfare and upbringing of the children" and that he is willing to take a paternity test.

"It's a contact issue. I dearly want to remain in contact with those kids and I feel now this is the only way I can ensure that."

Michael Jackson and Mark Lester became friends 27 years ago when Michael's manager at that time told Lester the singer wanted to meet him.

MJFC's note: If you are indeed concerned about "the welfare" of Michael's children, talking to one of the worst UK tabloids surely is NOT the best way to bring this issue up.

Source: MJFC / AP / News Of the World