Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in February 2024.
A Surprising Birth Announcement Sparks Debate
Rachel, a cashier at Celina 52 Truck Stop in Tennessee, recently welcomed her son, Cash Jamal Buckman. The surprise? Both Rachel and her fiancé, Paul Buckman, are white, while baby Cash appears to be Black.
The Initial Celebration
The truck stop shared the joyous news on Facebook, posting a family photo and congratulating the couple. “Congratulations to our cashier Rachel and her fiancé Paul Buckman on their baby Cash Jamal Buckman being born,” the post read.
Controversy and Skepticism
However, instead of receiving warm wishes, the post was bombarded with questions about Cash’s paternity. Some insinuated that Paul might not be the biological father.
A Clarification from the Truck Stop
To address the rumors, Celina 52 Truck Stop updated their post, stating, “Yes, Paul is the father. Rachel has African American DNA in her which can hop generations and cause a child to be born with darker skin.” They also suggested Cash might have jaundice, urging people to “Please be kind.”
Online Backlash Continues
Despite the explanation, skepticism persisted. Some commenters continued making jokes, questioning the child’s paternity. One wrote, “Where is he? I’m sure he looks just like his dad.” Another suggested, “Definitely needs a DNA test. What if they mixed up the kids in the nursery?”
Rachel and Paul posing with their newborn boy Cash Jamal Buckman, Photo Credit: Celina 52 Truck Stop/Facebook
Sympathy for Paul
Some users showed sympathy for Paul, one commenting, “I feel sorry for Paul. Being duped like this is a whole new level of creep.”
Rachel Fights Back
Determined to clear the air, Rachel shared her DNA results on Facebook to prove her ancestry. “For the haters saying I don’t have black DNA, maybe this will explain it up straight from my ancestry DNA results!” she posted, emphasizing, “He IS the father of Lil Cash.”
Persistent Doubts
Yet, even with the evidence, doubts persisted. One commenter joked, “That’s the strongest 1% I’ve ever seen … this looks like a job for Maury,” while another quipped, “I have that too … and both my babies still look Irish as a boiled potato.”
Viral Frenzy Intensifies
The story quickly went viral, sparking widespread discussion and humorous takes on TikTok. The situation continued to grow in public interest, especially after the truck stop announced plans to conduct polygraph and DNA tests on their employees.
A Growing Mystery
While the true explanation for Cash’s appearance remains unclear, this unusual twist has turned a simple birth announcement into a viral sensation, captivating online audiences and sparking heated debates.
