Early Life and Education of Kyle Richards: A Complete Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Kyle Richards. From birth to education, explore key events.
Kyle Richards is an American actress and television personality known for her role as a main cast member on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills since 2010. As of 2025, she remains the only original full-time cast member on the show, making her a central figure in the reality television series.
1959: Birth of Half-Sister Kathy Hilton
In 1959, Kathy Hilton, Kyle Richards' older half-sister from her mother's first marriage to Lawrence Avanzino, was born.
1964: Birth of Sister Kim Richards
In 1964, Kim Richards, Kyle Richards' sister, was born.
January 11, 1969: Kyle Richards Born
On January 11, 1969, Kyle Egan Richards Umansky was born. She is an American actress, socialite, and television personality.
1972: Parents' Separation
In 1972, Kyle Richards' parents, Kathleen Mary Richards and Kenneth Edwin Richards, separated. Her mother remarried twice.
1987: Graduation from Central Union High School
In 1987, Kyle Richards graduated from Central Union High School in El Centro, California.
October 31, 1988: Daughter Farrah Brittany Born
On October 31, 1988, Kyle Richards and Guraish Aldjufrie welcomed their daughter, Farrah Brittany.
1990: Separation from Guraish Aldjufrie
In 1990, Kyle Richards and Guraish Aldjufrie separated.
1994: Meets Mauricio Umansky
In 1994, Kyle Richards met her second husband, Mauricio Umansky, a Los Angeles real estate agent.
January 20, 1996: Marriage to Mauricio Umansky
On January 20, 1996, Kyle Richards married Mauricio Umansky.
June 18, 1996: Daughter Alexia Simone Born
On June 18, 1996, Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky welcomed their daughter, Alexia Simone.
January 18, 2000: Daughter Sophia Kylie Born
On January 18, 2000, Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky welcomed their daughter, Sophia Kylie.
March 1, 2008: Daughter Portia Born
On March 1, 2008, Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky welcomed their daughter, Portia.
2012: Boutique Opened in Beverly Hills
In 2012, Kyle Richards' boutique in Beverly Hills opened.
2013: Fundraiser for Children's Hospital Los Angeles
In 2013, Kyle Richards held a fundraiser for the Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA).
February 25, 2014: Launches Clothing Line for HSN
On February 25, 2014, Kyle Richards launched a clothing line for shopping network HSN.
2018: Boutique Closes in Beverly Hills
In 2018, Kyle Richards' boutique in Beverly Hills closed.
September 8, 2019: Debuts Kyle x Shahida Collection
On September 8, 2019, Kyle Richards and Shahida Clayton debuted their clothing collection titled Kyle x Shahida at New York Fashion Week.
2019: Fundraiser for Children's Hospital Los Angeles
In 2019, Kyle Richards held a fundraiser for the Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA).
December 2020: Tests Positive for COVID-19
In December 2020, it was reported that Kyle Richards tested positive for COVID-19, along with Dorit Kemsley and Kathy Hilton.
November 2021: Opens Kyle x Shahida Boutique in Palm Desert
In November 2021, Kyle Richards opened a luxury resort and loungewear boutique Kyle x Shahida in Palm Desert.
July 2022: Stopped Drinking Alcohol
In July 2022, Kyle Richards stopped drinking alcohol and began to focus more on fitness and exercising.
July 3, 2023: Separation from Mauricio Umansky Reported
On July 3, 2023, People magazine reported that Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky had separated after 27 years of marriage.
December 2023: Discusses Fitness Journey in Us Weekly
In December 2023, Kyle Richards discussed her fitness journey in a cover story for Us Weekly magazine.
