Paris Jackson signs modelling contract

Paris Jackson has signed a modelling contract with top agency IMG Models.

The 18-year-old daughter of the late Michael Jackson has inked a deal with the agency, which also oversees the careers of lots of famous faces including Gisele Bundchen, Gigi Hadid and Candice Swanepoel, reported E! online.

The agency's president, Ivan Bart, announced the news alongside a striking photograph of the blonde beauty on his Instagram profile, saying: "One singular sensation!! Welcome Ms Jackson! @parisjackson #imgstar."

Paris also shared her joy over the deal, responding: "Thank you @imgmodels i feel very lucky and blessed."

The teenager, who hired Rod Stewart's manager to launch her career in January, has previously expressed her interest in both modelling and acting.