History of Nicole Richie in Timeline

Nicole Richie is an American media personality, fashion designer, and actress known for her role in the reality television series The Simple Life (2003–2007), where she co-starred with Paris Hilton. Her personal life garnered significant media attention during and after the show's run. She has since developed a career in fashion design and acting, further establishing her presence in the entertainment industry.

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October 2002: Arrest Following Nightclub Brawl

In October 2002, Nicole Richie was arrested following a brawl in a New York City nightclub. The charges were dropped.

February 2003: Rehabilitation Center Check-In

In February 2003, Nicole Richie checked herself into a rehabilitation center following her arrest in Malibu, California for driving with a revoked license and possession of heroin.

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: Arrest for Driving Under the Influence

On December 11, 2006, Nicole Richie was arrested for driving under the influence on State Route 134 in the Burbank/Glendale, California area after failing a field sobriety test. She admitted to using marijuana and Vicodin before the incident. Several motorists had reported a black Mercedes-Benz G-Class entering the freeway on the exit ramp and traveling in the opposite traffic direction.

March 2007: Hospitalization for dehydration and diagnosis of hypoglycemia

In March 2007, Nicole Richie was taken to the hospital for dehydration. It was announced on March 21 that she suffered from hypoglycemia.

July 27, 2007: Sentenced to Jail for DUI

On July 27, 2007, Nicole Richie was sentenced to four days in jail at the Century Regional Detention Center in Lynwood, California, for driving under the influence.

August 23, 2007: Early Release from Jail

On August 23, 2007, Nicole Richie was released from jail after serving about 82 minutes of her four-day sentence due to overcrowding in the jail system.

June 2010: Probation Extended

In June 2010, Nicole Richie's probation was extended one year to March 2011 because she missed her anti-drunk driving class.

December 2010: Early Termination of Probation

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.

March 2011: End of Extended Probation

In March 2011, Nicole Richie's probation was scheduled to end after it was extended one year to March 2011 because she missed her anti-drunk driving class.