Paris Jackson 'smitten' by beau

Late pop legend Michael Jackson's daughter Paris is "smitten" by footballer Chester Castellaw.

The 17-year-old, daughter of the late king of pop and his ex-wife Debbie Rowe, "has never been happier" after recently confirming she is dating the 18-year-old sportsman, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

"She's smitten with Chester. It's adorable. She has never been happier," a source told OK! magazine.

Paris sought extended medical treatment in 2013 after she allegedly attempted suicide, but her life is now back on track.

The source added: "She's in the best place of her life right now."

Castellaw, who is from a wealthy Beverly Hills family, has won the seal of approval from Paris' protective family, including her grandmother and guardian Katherine Jackson.

The source said: "The whole family is happy for her. Chester passed all their tests, and they totally approve."

Paris met Castellaw through mutual friends after she recently moved here after spending a year away at a private boarding school in Utah. The duo were first spotted hiking together last month.