Paris Hilton

Paris Whitney Hilton is an American media personality and businesswoman born on February 17, 1981, in New York City. Raised between New York and Los Angeles, she is a descendant of Conrad Hilton, founder of Hilton Hotels. Hilton first came into the public eye during the late 1990s through her involvement in New York’s social scene and transitioned into fashion modeling in 2000. By 2001, she was recognized as a prominent figure in the city’s social circles. Her role alongside Nicole Richie on the reality television series The Simple Life (2003–2007) and the release of a sex tape in 2004 significantly increased her visibility around the world.

Aside from reality television, Hilton has produced and starred in various media projects including Paris Hilton's My New BFF, The World According to Paris, Hollywood Love Story, Cooking with Paris, and Paris in Love. She has also been featured in documentaries such as Paris, Not France and This Is Paris, and has authored several books, including Paris: The Memoir in 2023. Hilton explored acting with roles in films like House of Wax and Repo! the Genetic Opera, and launched a music career marked by her albums Paris and Infinite Icon. She began performing as a disc jockey in 2012 and continues to maintain a presence in entertainment through her podcast I am Paris.

Known for her enduring presence in popular culture, Hilton has played a role in shaping the public’s interest in celebrity culture over the past two decades. She remains active in various business ventures and media projects. As of March 2026, she maintains a significant social media following, reflecting her ongoing influence in the digital age.