Photo of newborn with parents turns heads after people spot strange detail

The arrival of a baby is always special, but for **Rachel and Paul Buckman** in Tennessee, their son **Cash Jamal Buckman** sparked a social media storm. Born on February 17, 2024, Cash immediately drew attention because, while both parents are white, the newborn appeared Black.

Rachel, a cashier at Celina 52 Truck Stop, shared the happy news on Facebook, only for comments to quickly question Paul’s paternity. In response, the truck stop explained that Rachel has African American ancestry, which can skip generations, and also suggested newborn jaundice as a possibility. They urged followers to “please be kind.”

Despite the clarification, online speculation and jokes persisted. Some demanded DNA tests, while others expressed sympathy for Paul. Determined to silence critics, Rachel posted her ancestry DNA results, showing a trace of African American heritage and reaffirming Paul as Cash’s father — or so she claimed.

The situation escalated, drawing TikTokers and thousands of social media users weighing in. Celina 52 Truck Stop eventually announced polygraph and DNA testing for employees, adding to the drama.

Finally, on March 24, the truck stop issued a “FINAL STATEMENT,” revealing that **DNA results confirmed Paul is not Cash’s biological father**. Rachel explained that Cash was conceived with her ex-boyfriend in 2021, and she attributed the pregnancy to an unusual circumstance after contracting COVID-19 in 2023.

Despite the shocking revelation, Paul chose to stay with Rachel and raise Cash as his own. Rachel also resigned from her cashier job, receiving \$100 in severance. The truck stop closed the saga with a nod to Maury Povich: “Paul, you are NOT the father, but you ARE the dad.”

What started as a joyful birth became a viral tale of DNA surprises, social media frenzy, and the modern complexities of family — proving that sometimes, love and commitment matter more than biology.