Biography of paris hilton

(1981-)

Who Is Paris Hilton?

Paris Hilton caught the media's attention after the release of a sex tape in 2003. After starring in The Simple Life, Paris earned a Teen Choice Award for her portrayal in the film House of Wax, and her first book, Confessions of An Heiress, landed on the New York Times best-seller list. She has since made her way in and out of the headlines through her romances, music ventures and television shows like The World According to Paris and Hollywood Love Story.

Early Life and Modeling

Paris Whitney Hilton was born in New York City on February 17, 1981, the eldest child of real-estate developer Richard Hilton and socialite Kathy Richards Hilton. Along with sister Nicky and brothers Barron and Conrad, Hilton is one of multiple heirs to the Hilton hotel fortune.

Given the childhood nickname "Star" by her mother and grandmother, Hilton, who began modeling as a child at charitable functions, was born into acting stock.