History of Nicole Richie in Timeline
Nicole Richie is an American media personality, fashion designer, and actress best known for her role in the reality television series, The Simple Life, alongside Paris Hilton. The show and Richie's personal life garnered significant media attention, establishing her as a prominent figure in pop culture and the entertainment industry.
45 minutes ago : Nicole Richie and daughter Kate Madden's rare public appearance at movie premiere.
Nicole Richie and her daughter, Kate Madden, made a rare public appearance together at the 'Stop! That! Train!' premiere. The duo showcased fashionable twin energy on the red carpet. This was a rare sighting of the pair.
1960: House of Harlow 1960 Sales
In May 2012, it was reported that Nicole Ritchie's lines, House of Harlow 1960 and Winter Kate, reached estimated sales of $55 million combined.
September 21, 1981: Nicole Richie's Birth
On September 21, 1981, Nicole Camille Escovedo (later Richie) was born. She would become an American media personality, fashion designer, and actress.
1986: "Ballerina Girl" Song
In 1986, Lionel Richie's hit song "Ballerina Girl" was written about Nicole Richie.
1998: Lionel Richie's Daughter
In 1998, Lionel Richie had his daughter Sofia.
1999: Graduation from Montclair College Preparatory School
In 1999, Nicole Richie graduated from Montclair College Preparatory School.
December 2, 2003: The Simple Life Series Premiere
On December 2, 2003, The Simple Life series, starring Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton, premiered on Fox to 13 million viewers.
2003: The Simple Life Premiere
In 2003, Nicole Richie came to prominence after appearing on the reality television series "The Simple Life" alongside Paris Hilton.
2004: Rent Audition
In 2004, Nicole Richie auditioned for the role of Maureen in the popular Broadway hit Rent but did not get the part.
2004: Dating Adam Goldstein
In 2004, Nicole Richie began dating DJ Adam Goldstein.
February 2005: Musical Debut on The View
In February 2005, Nicole Richie made her musical debut with a live appearance on ABC's "The View" playing the piano.
April 2005: Reported Split with Paris Hilton
In April 2005, reports surfaced that Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton were no longer speaking to each other.
2005: Acting Debut in Kids in America
In 2005, Nicole Richie made her acting debut in the comedy film "Kids in America".
2005: Publication of "The Truth About Diamonds"
In 2005, Nicole Richie wrote a semi-autobiographical novel, "The Truth About Diamonds", which was released by Bharell Jackson Publishing.
January 2006: "The Truth About Diamonds" on Best-Seller List
In early January 2006, Nicole Richie's "The Truth About Diamonds" peaked at number No. 32 in Hardcover Fiction on The New York Times Best-Seller List.
October 2006: Reconciliation with Paris Hilton
In October 2006, Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton reconciled.
October 27, 2006: Seeking treatment for inability to gain weight
On October 27, 2006, it was announced that Nicole Richie was seeking treatment for "an inability to put on weight", though it was not for an eating disorder.
December 11, 2006: Arrested for DUI
On December 11, 2006, Nicole Richie was arrested by the California Highway Patrol for driving under the influence after failing a field sobriety test. She admitted to using marijuana and Vicodin before the incident. She was driving a black Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
December 2006: Dating Joel Madden
In December 2006, Nicole Richie began dating singer Joel Madden.
2006: Breakup with Adam Goldstein
In 2006, Nicole Richie ended her relationship with DJ Adam Goldstein.
2006: Vanity Fair Interview
In a 2006 interview with Vanity Fair, Nicole Richie spoke about her childhood and the freedom she was given.
April 2007: Plans for Fashion Line
In April 2007, Nicole Richie announced plans to start a jewelry, accessories, and sunglasses line along with a perfume and style book.
July 27, 2007: Sentenced to jail for DUI
On July 27, 2007, Nicole Richie was sentenced to four days in jail for driving under the influence at the Century Regional Detention Center in Lynwood, California.
August 23, 2007: Released from jail early
On August 23, 2007, Nicole Richie was released from jail after serving only 82 minutes of her four-day sentence. A spokeswoman for the sheriff's department told People magazine that Richie "was released early due to overcrowding in the jail system."
November 2007: Creation of The Richie Madden Children's Foundation
In November 2007, Nicole Richie and her husband Joel Madden created The Richie Madden Children's Foundation to support disadvantaged young mothers and children.
2007: Donation to Expectant Mothers
In 2007, Nicole Richie and Joel Madden donated 100 baby gifts to expectant mothers at Los Angeles Free Clinic through The Richie Madden Children's Foundation.
2007: The Simple Life Conclusion
In 2007, Nicole Richie's personal life had attracted media attention during the five-year run of The Simple Life series
January 2008: Birth of Daughter
In January 2008, Nicole Richie and Joel Madden's daughter was born.
February 2008: Daughter's Photos Sold to People Magazine
In February 2008, the first photos of Nicole Richie and Joel Madden's daughter were sold to People magazine for $1 million.
May 2008: UNICEF Public Service Announcement
In May 2008, Nicole Richie and Joel Madden shot a UNICEF public-service announcement to generate aid for the cyclone-devastated Myanmar.
October 2008: Debut of House of Harlow
In October 2008, Nicole Richie debuted a jewelry line named House of Harlow.
March 2009: Fundraiser for the Tap Project
In March 2009, Nicole Richie, Joel and Benji Madden along with UNICEF held a fundraiser for the Tap Project, selling 143 water pumps and raising $100,000.
April 2, 2009: Esprit Donation to Richie-Madden Foundation
On April 2, 2009, Esprit donated 10% of all sales at their newly opened 3rd Street Promenade store to The Richie-Madden Children's Foundation.
May 2009: Environmental Media Association Awareness Program
In May 2009, Nicole Richie took part in the Environmental Media Association's awareness program and "adopted" a school to raise awareness for environmental education.
September 2009: Birth of Son
In September 2009, Nicole Richie and Joel Madden's son was born.
2009: Maternity Clothes Collection
In 2009, Nicole Richie joined A Pea in the Pod to create a maternity clothes collection titled "Nicole".
February 2010: Engagement to Joel Madden
In February 2010, Nicole Richie and Joel Madden confirmed their engagement.
February 2010: Winter Kate Line Expansion
In February 2010, Nicole Richie expanded her fashion business with a women's line called Winter Kate.
February 2010: Featured on "We Are the World 25 for Haiti"
In February 2010, Nicole Richie was featured on the charity single "We Are the World 25 for Haiti".
February 2010: "Cup with a Cause" Charity Campaign
In February 2010, The Richie-Madden Foundation specially designed "Cup with a Cause" for 7-Eleven as part of their charity-focused coffee campaign.
June 2010: Probation extended for missing anti-drunk driving class
In June 2010, Nicole Richie's probation was extended one year to March 2011 because she missed her anti-drunk driving class.
September 28, 2010: Release of Priceless
On September 28, 2010, Nicole Richie's second novel, "Priceless", was released.
December 11, 2010: Marriage to Joel Madden
On December 11, 2010, Nicole Richie married Joel Madden.
December 2010: Probation terminated early
In December 2010, Nicole Richie's probation was terminated early after her lawyer presented details to the judge that Richie had completed all terms of her probation.
2010: Entrepreneur of the Year Award
In 2010, Nicole Richie won "Entrepreneur of the Year" for her House of Harlow brand at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards.
2010: Expansion of House of Harlow
In Spring 2010, Nicole Richie's House of Harlow line was extended to include apparel and shoes.
July 2011: House of Harlow Handbag Collection
In July 2011, Nicole Richie's House of Harlow brand unveiled a 14-piece handbag collection.
November 2011: Baby2Baby Charity Event Host
In November 2011, Nicole Richie hosted Baby2Baby's charity event to support families in need during the holiday season.
May 2012: House of Harlow and Winter Kate Sales
In May 2012, it was reported that Nicole Ritchie's lines, House of Harlow 1960 and Winter Kate, reached estimated sales of $55 million combined.
September 2012: Macy's Impulse Collection and First Fragrance Launch
In September 2012, Nicole Richie launched a collection for Macy's Impulse line and her first fragrance, Nicole by Nicole Richie.
2012: Fashion Star Judge
In 2012, Nicole Richie appeared as one of the three judges on the reality competition series "Fashion Star".
September 2013: Cameo in Christina Aguilera's Music Video
In September 2013, Nicole Richie made a cameo appearance in Christina Aguilera's music video for the song "Let There Be Love".
2013: Fashion Star Judge
In 2013, Nicole Richie continued as one of the judges on the reality competition series "Fashion Star".
March 2014: Launch of No Rules by Nicole Richie
In March 2014, Nicole Richie's second fragrance, No Rules by Nicole Richie, was launched.
2014: Candidly Nicole Series
From 2014, Nicole Richie starred in the unscripted comedy series "Candidly Nicole".
2015: Candidly Nicole Series
In 2015, Nicole Richie starred in the unscripted comedy series "Candidly Nicole", which ran for two seasons.
2016: Cast in Great News
In 2016, Nicole Richie was cast as Portia Scott-Griffith in the sitcom "Great News".
April 2017: Great News Premiere on NBC
In April 2017, the series "Great News", in which Nicole Richie starred as Portia Scott-Griffith, premiered on NBC.
2017: Great News Series Regular Role
From 2017, Nicole Richie starred in her first series regular acting role as Portia Scott-Griffith in the sitcom "Great News".
2017: Urban Decay Brand Ambassador
In 2017, Nicole Richie became Urban Decay's brand ambassador, representing their "Troublemaker" mascara.
April 2018: House of Harlow and Urban Decay Collection
In April 2018, Nicole Richie's House of Harlow partnered with Urban Decay for a limited-edition collection.
2018: Great News Series
In 2018, Nicole Richie starred in the sitcom "Great News" as Portia Scott-Griffith.
2018: WE Day California Guest Speaker
In 2018, Nicole Richie was a guest speaker at WE Charity's WE Day California event.
April 2020: Comedy Rap Album Announcement
In April 2020, Nicole Richie stated she would release a comedy rap album under the moniker Nikki Fre$h.
2020: Making the Cut Judge
In 2020, Nicole Richie became a judge on the reality competition series "Making the Cut".
2020: Nikki Fre$h and Making the Cut
In 2020, Nicole Richie created, executive produced, and starred in Quibi's series Nikki Fre$h and also appeared as a judge in "Making the Cut".
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