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Rachel, from Celina, Tennessee, welcomed a baby boy on February 17, 2024, with her fiancé Paul Buckman. The couple was overjoyed, and Rachel’s employer, ’52 Truck Stop,’ shared their happiness by posting a family photo on Facebook. However, the post quickly drew attention due to an unusual detail about the newborn.
Facing Backlash
Baby Cash Jamal Buckman was born with a significantly darker skin tone than either of his white parents. This prompted many to speculate about the baby’s parentage. Comments ranged from sympathetic to skeptical. One user remarked, “I feel sorry for Paul, being duped like this is a whole new level of creep. Hopefully, he’ll wise up.” Another joked, “Congratulations!!! I AM sure he looks just like his dad. Where is he?” Some suggested a mix-up at the hospital: “Definitely needs a DNA test; what if they accidentally mixed up the kiddos in the nursery?”
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In response, the company updated their post, insisting Paul is the father and attributing Cash’s skin color to Rachel’s African American DNA, which can sometimes result in a child with darker skin. They also mentioned that the baby’s color could be affected by jaundice.
Countering the Hate with an Explanation
Rachel addressed the skepticism by sharing her DNA results, showing she is 1% descended from the Cameroon, Congo, and Western Bantu peoples. “For the haters saying that I don’t have black DNA, maybe this will clear it up straight from my ancestry DNA results!!!! NOW STOP slandering mine and my fiancé Paul Buckman name. He IS the father of Lil Cash. -RACHEL.”
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Despite her explanation, the public remained doubtful. One person commented, “That’s the strongest 1% I’ve ever seen … this looks like a job for Maury.” Another person, who also has African ancestry, shared, “I have that too … and both my babies still look Irish as a boiled potato.”
DNA Testing
Paul has been caught in the middle of the controversy. He admitted on social media that he has requested a DNA test for Cash. Responses were mixed: “Good choice, Paul!! Do with the results as you please, but I would hate for you to not know the truth. God Bless you!” said one commenter. Another joked, “Sir, Helen Keller could tell that’s not your child; save your money.”
Another Family’s Surprise
The situation brings to mind other instances of unexpected genetic outcomes. In 2010, a Nigerian couple living in London gave birth to a white baby. Experts offered three explanations: dormant white genes from their ancestors, a unique genetic mutation, or albinism.
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Complexities of DNA
Rachel’s case suggests that her 1% African ancestry might explain Cash’s darker skin tone, though it’s uncommon. DNA is complex and can result in surprising genetic traits. Every human cell contains about 3 billion DNA base pairs, which carry information about physical attributes and health risks.
Understanding DNA’s role might help Rachel and Paul gain clarity. Whether they choose to share the DNA test results publicly or not, it’s possible that Cash is indeed their biological child. Alternatively, a mix-up at the hospital, though rare, could be an explanation. The complexities of genetics and ancestry shouldn’t be overlooked when considering such unusual outcomes.
