History of Paris Hilton in Timeline
Paris Hilton is an American media personality, businesswoman, and socialite, famous as the great-granddaughter of Conrad Hilton, founder of Hilton Hotels. She gained prominence in the late 1990s in New York's social scene, becoming an 'It Girl.' Her global fame soared with the reality TV show *The Simple Life* (2003-2007), co-starring Nicole Richie, and the controversial release of her 2003 sex tape as *1 Night in Paris* (2004). Hilton has since leveraged her fame into various business ventures.
February 17, 1981: Paris Hilton's Birth
On February 17, 1981, Paris Whitney Hilton was born in New York City. She is the great-granddaughter of Conrad Hilton, the founder of Hilton Hotels.
May 4, 1988: Beverly Hills 213 Cover Appearance
On May 4, 1988, Paris Hilton graced the cover of Beverly Hills 213 magazine with her mother Kathy and sister Nicky.
1992: Uncredited Wishman Appearance
In 1992, Paris Hilton made an uncredited appearance in the fantasy film "Wishman".
1995: Elementary School Completion
In 1995, Paris Hilton finished elementary school in Los Angeles, attending the Buckley School and St. Paul the Apostle School.
1996: Relocation to NYC and Socialite Reputation
After relocating to NYC in 1996, Paris Hilton developed a reputation as a socialite through nightclub appearances, attracting tabloid attention.
1996: Move to East Coast
In 1996, Paris Hilton and her family moved from California to the East Coast and she attended Professional Children's School.
March 1999: NYC Premiere of Cruel Intentions
In March 1999, Paris Hilton attended the NYC premiere of "Cruel Intentions" with her sister Nicky, marking early social appearances.
1999: Release from Provo Canyon School
In early 1999, around the time she turned 18, Paris Hilton was released from Provo Canyon School, where she says she experienced abuse.
September 2000: Vanity Fair article
Following a pictorial by David LaChapelle and a September 2000 article for Vanity Fair, Paris Hilton was hailed as "New York's leading It Girl".
2000: Sweetie Pie Acting Role
In 2000, Paris Hilton played an ill-fated character in the independent teen thriller "Sweetie Pie", marking her entry into screen acting.
2000: Fashion Modeling Venture
In 2000, Paris Hilton ventured into fashion modeling, marking an early stage in her career.
2000: Seen with Leonardo DiCaprio
In 2000, a then-19-year-old Paris Hilton drew attention from tabloids when she and Leonardo DiCaprio were seen together on the NYC late-night circuit.
February 2001: Recognition as New York's leading It Girl
In February 2001, The Guardian recognized Paris Hilton as "New York's leading It Girl," noting her growing fame beyond local tabloids.
2001: Rising Star at New York Fashion Week
By 2001, Paris Hilton had become "one of the biggest stars, off and on the catwalk" at New York Fashion Week, also appearing in magazines like Vogue and FHM.
2001: Dated Rick Salomon
In 2001, Paris Hilton dated poker player Rick Salomon, with whom she filmed her sex tape.
2001: Zoolander Cameo Appearance
In 2001, Paris Hilton filmed a cameo appearance as herself in the comedy "Zoolander", with Ben Stiller.
2001: Proclaimed "New York's leading It Girl"
In 2001, Paris Hilton was proclaimed "New York's leading It Girl", solidifying her presence in the city's social scene.
2002: Film and Video Appearances
In 2002, Paris Hilton appeared in Vincent Gallo's "Honey Bunny" video, played a role in the short film "QIK2JDG", and starred in the horror film "Nine Lives".
2002: Engagement to Jason Shaw
In 2002, Paris Hilton became engaged to fashion model Jason Shaw.
December 2, 2003: The Simple Life Premiere
On December 2, 2003, "The Simple Life", starring Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie, premiered on Fox, attracting 13 million viewers and significantly boosting Hilton's exposure.
December 2003: The Simple Life premiere and rise to global fame
Shortly after the December 2003 premiere of The Simple Life, the scandal involving Paris Hilton's sex tape catapulted her into global fame and intense media scrutiny.
2003: Criticism in The New York Times
In 2003, John Leland of The New York Times commented on Paris Hilton's rise, noting the devaluation of celebrity culture.
2003: The Simple Life Debut
In 2003, Paris Hilton co-starred with Nicole Richie in "The Simple Life", a reality television series that significantly boosted her fame.
2003: Premiere of "The Simple Life"
In 2003, Paris Hilton made part of the early-2000s popularization of reality television into mainstream pop culture with the premiere of "The Simple Life".
2003: Split with Jason Shaw
In 2003, Paris Hilton split with fashion model Jason Shaw.
2003: Sex tape leaked
In 2003, a sex tape featuring Paris Hilton and then-boyfriend Rick Salomon was leaked onto the Internet shortly before the premiere of The Simple Life, leading to legal disputes.
2003: Forbes Earnings Report
In 2003, according to Forbes, Paris Hilton earned about US$2 million.
April 2004: "1 Night in Paris" distributed by Salomon
In April 2004, Rick Salomon began distributing the sex tape himself under the title 1 Night in Paris through the adult film company Red Light District Video.
July 2004: Lawsuit dropped and settlement reached regarding sex tape
In July 2004, Rick Salomon dropped his lawsuit against the Hilton family, and an agreement was reached where Salomon and Red Light District Video would pay Hilton US$400,000 plus a percentage of the tape's sale profit.
December 2004: Increased Availability of First Fragrance
By December 2004, high demand for Paris Hilton's first fragrance led to increased availability, contributing to a 47-percent increase in Parlux sales.
December 2004: Started dating Paris Latsis
In December 2004, Paris Hilton started dating Greek shipping heir Paris Latsis.
2004: Forbes Celebrity 100 Inclusion
In 2004, Forbes included Paris Hilton in its Celebrity 100 list, recognizing her widespread fame and influence.
2004: Relationship with Nick Carter
In 2004, Paris Hilton had a seven-month relationship with singer Nick Carter.
2004: Confessions of an Heiress Book Release
In 2004, Paris Hilton released "Confessions of an Heiress", her first book, providing insights into her life and experiences.
2004: Most Fascinating People and Celebrity 100 Inclusion
In 2004, Paris Hilton was named one of the "10 Most Fascinating People" by Barbara Walters and was included in Forbes' Celebrity 100.
2004: Parodied in "Stupid Spoiled Whore Video Playset" South Park episode
In 2004, Paris Hilton was parodied in the South Park episode "Stupid Spoiled Whore Video Playset", marking her influence on popular culture and satire.
2004: Sex Tape Release
In 2004, a 2003 sex tape with her then-boyfriend Rick Salomon was released as "1 Night in Paris", catapulting her to global fame and causing controversy.
2004: Forbes Earnings Report
In 2004, according to Forbes, Paris Hilton earned about US$6.5 million.
February 2005: Saturday Night Live Hosting
In February 2005, Paris Hilton hosted NBC's "Saturday Night Live", with Keane as the musical guest.
May 2005: House of Wax Release and Carl's Jr. Ad
In May 2005, "House of Wax" was released, marking Hilton's first major film role, and she appeared in a provocative Carl's Jr. commercial.
November 2005: Your Heiress Diary Publication
By November 2005, Paris Hilton had published her second book, "Your Heiress Diary: Confess It All to Me".
November 2005: Called off wedding with Paris Latsis
In November 2005, Paris Hilton and Paris Latsis called off their wedding.
November 28, 2005: The Simple Life Picked Up by E!
On November 28, 2005, E! announced that it had picked up "The Simple Life" for a fourth season, obtaining the rights to repeat the first three seasons.
December 2005: Relationship with Stavros Niarchos
In December 2005, Paris Hilton began an on-and-off relationship with Greek heir Stavros Niarchos.
2005: Forbes Celebrity 100 Inclusion
In 2005, Forbes included Paris Hilton in its Celebrity 100 list, recognizing her widespread fame and influence.
2005: Hilton's wax figure unveiled at Madame Tussauds
In 2005, Madame Tussauds unveiled Paris Hilton's wax figure to coincide with the release of House of Wax, acknowledging her celebrity status.
2005: Your Heiress Diary Book Release
In 2005, Paris Hilton released "Your Heiress Diary", her second book, continuing to share her personal experiences.
2005: Celebrity 100 and FHM ranking
In 2005, Paris Hilton was included in Forbes' Celebrity 100 and ranked 23rd in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women poll.
2005: Forbes Earnings Report
In 2005, according to Forbes, Paris Hilton earned about US$7 million.
2005: Debut of London Tipton character
In 2005, the debut of the London Tipton character from The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, loosely based on Paris Hilton's real-life persona.
2005: Carl's Jr. Commercial
In July 2014, Paris Hilton made a cameo appearance in another Carl's Jr. commercial, paying homage to the one in which she starred in 2005.
February 27, 2006: Shooting Begins for The Simple Life
On February 27, 2006, shooting began for the fourth season of "The Simple Life".
August 2006: YouTube promotion of debut album
In August 2006, YouTube promoted Paris Hilton's eponymous debut album as part of its first targeted advertising launch.
August 22, 2006: Paris Album Release
On August 22, 2006, Paris Hilton released her self-titled debut album, "Paris", which reached number six on the Billboard 200.
August 29, 2006: Paris Hilton Day in Las Vegas
On August 29, 2006, the mayor of Las Vegas proclaimed the day "Paris Hilton Day" and gave Hilton a key to the city, recognizing her cultural impact.
September 7, 2006: Arrested for driving under the influence
On September 7, 2006, Paris Hilton was arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, with a blood alcohol content of 0.08%.
October 2006: Reconciliation with Nicole Richie
In October 2006, Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie reconciled after a period of estrangement.
November 2006: Driver's license suspended
In November 2006, Paris Hilton's driver's license was suspended due to her DUI arrest.
2006: Forbes Celebrity 100 Inclusion and Overexposed Celebrity
In 2006, Forbes included Paris Hilton in its Celebrity 100 and ranked her as the most "overexposed" celebrity.
2006: Paris Hilton Entertainment Founded
In 2006, Paris Hilton Founded Paris Hilton Entertainment .
2006: Film Roles and Mobile Game
In 2006, Paris Hilton appeared in the comedy films "Bottoms Up" and "National Lampoon's Pledge This!", and licensed her name to the mobile video game "Paris Hilton's Diamond Quest".
2006: Banksy's album rework
In 2006, Paris Hilton became a target of the street artist Banksy, when 500 copies of her album in 48 record shops across the United Kingdom were replaced with his own alternative version.
2006: Razzie Award
In 2006, Paris Hilton received a nomination for Best Frightened Performance at the MTV Movie Awards.
2006: Second-Worst Celebrity Role Model and Overexposed
In 2006, Paris Hilton was considered the second-worst celebrity role model and was ranked as the most "overexposed" celebrity by Forbes.
2006: Celebrity 100 and FHM ranking
In 2006, Paris Hilton was included in Forbes' Celebrity 100 and ranked 34th in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women poll.
2006: Parodied in Pink's music video "Stupid Girls"
In 2006, Paris Hilton was parodied in the music video for Pink's "Stupid Girls", reflecting her cultural presence.
2006: Forbes Earnings Report
In 2006, according to Forbes, Paris Hilton earned about US$7 million.
January 15, 2007: Haris Pilton character debut in World of Warcraft
On January 15, 2007, the World of Warcraft massively multiplayer online role-playing game featured a character named Haris Pilton, labeled a "socialite", with the release of The Burning Crusade expansion, reflecting Hilton's cultural impact.
January 22, 2007: Pleaded no contest to reckless driving
On January 22, 2007, Paris Hilton pleaded no contest to a reckless driving charge stemming from her DUI arrest. Her sentence included 36 months' probation and fines.
February 13, 2007: "That's Hot" trademark
Paris Hilton had a registered trademark on her catchphrase "That's hot" on February 13, 2007.
February 19, 2007: Associated Press reporting ban
The Associated Press attempted to not mention Paris Hilton for the week of February 19, 2007, in response to media over-saturation.
February 27, 2007: Stopped for driving with a suspended license
On February 27, 2007, Paris Hilton was stopped for driving with a suspended license, and she signed an agreement that she was not permitted to drive.
March 2007: Ended relationship with Stavros Niarchos
In March 2007, Paris Hilton ended her on-and-off relationship with Stavros Niarchos.
May 4, 2007: Sentenced to jail for probation violation
On May 4, 2007, Paris Hilton was sentenced by Judge Michael T. Sauer to 45 days in jail for violating her probation.
May 28, 2007: The Simple Life Series Finale Debut
On May 28, 2007, "The Simple Life" finished its run with its fifth season.
June 3, 2007: Attended 2007 MTV Movie Awards
On June 3, 2007, Paris Hilton attended the 2007 MTV Movie Awards before commencing her jail sentence.
June 5, 2007: Jail Term Begins
On June 5, 2007, Paris Hilton was required to begin her jail term and entered the Century Regional Detention Facility in Lynwood, California.
June 7, 2007: Resentenced to Home Confinement
On June 7, 2007, Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca resentenced Paris Hilton to 40 days of home confinement due to an unspecified medical condition, but this was later overturned.
June 2007: Gallup poll on unsympathetic views
According to a June 2007 Gallup poll, nearly two-thirds of Americans (63%) felt very unsympathetic toward Paris Hilton.
June 26, 2007: Mika Brzezinski refuses to report on Hilton's release
On the June 26, 2007, broadcast of Morning Joe, Mika Brzezinski refused to read a report about Paris Hilton's release from jail, reflecting the media's over-saturation.
June 28, 2007: Interview with Larry King
On June 28, 2007, two days after her release from jail, Paris Hilton referred to a "new beginning" in an interview with talk-show host Larry King and quoted from Marty Angelo's autobiography. She also disclosed that she had been taking Adderall for ADHD since childhood.
June 29, 2007: Us Weekly Paris-Free issue
Us Weekly published its first "100% Paris-Free" issue on June 29, 2007, as a response to the media's over-saturation with Paris Hilton.
August 5, 2007: The Simple Life Series Finale
On August 5, 2007, "The Simple Life" series finale was released.
September 6, 2007: Lawsuit against Hallmark Cards Inc.
On September 6, 2007, Paris Hilton filed a lawsuit against Hallmark Cards Inc. for using her image and catchphrase "That's hot" on a greeting card without permission.
November 2007: Ranked among unfriendly celebrities
In November 2007, an online survey of children conducted by E-Poll Market Research ranked Paris Hilton among the most unfriendly celebrities.
December 2007: Barron Hilton Pledges Estate to Charity
In December 2007, Paris Hilton's grandfather, Barron Hilton, pledged 97 percent of his estate to the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, reducing his grandchildren's inheritance.
2007: The Simple Life Ended
In 2007, "The Simple Life" came to an end after a successful run, marking a significant chapter in Paris Hilton's early career.
2007: Parodied in "Homerazzi" The Simpsons episode
In 2007, Paris Hilton was parodied in The Simpsons episode "Homerazzi", indicating her prominent status in media and celebrity culture.
August 2008: Lawsuit over Pledge This! Promotion
In August 2008, Worldwide Entertainment Group sued Paris Hilton for allegedly failing to promote the film "Pledge This!", despite receiving a US$1 million fee.
September 30, 2008: Paris Hilton's My New BFF Premieres
On September 30, 2008, Paris Hilton's reality series, "Paris Hilton's My New BFF," premiered on MTV. The show, which documented her search for a new best friend, became a hit and topped cable shows in its time slot.
November 2008: Broke up with Benji Madden
In November 2008, Paris Hilton broke up with Good Charlotte guitarist Benji Madden.
2008: Overexposed ranking
Despite the reporting ban, Forbes ranked Paris Hilton as the most overexposed celebrity for a second time in 2008.
2008: Popular search term
From 2004 to 2008, Paris Hilton was among the most popular searches on web browsers such as Google, AOL and Lycos.
2008: Most overexposed celebrity (Forbes)
In 2008, Forbes ranked Paris Hilton as the most "overexposed" celebrity, noting that 65% of the U.S. population would use the term to describe her.
2008: Forbes Most Overexposed Celebrity
In 2008, Forbes ranked Paris Hilton as the most "overexposed" celebrity.
2008: Film Releases and Razzie Awards
In 2008, Paris Hilton starred in "The Hottie and the Nottie", appeared in an episode of "My Name Is Earl", and was featured in the documentary "Paris, Not France" and the film "Repo! The Genetic Opera". She won Worst Actress for "The Hottie and the Nottie" and Worst Supporting Actress for "Repo!" at the Razzie Awards.
2008: Dramatized in "Paparazzi Princess: The Paris Hilton Story"
In 2008, Paris Hilton was dramatized in the television film Paparazzi Princess: The Paris Hilton Story, by Amber Hay.
2008: Paris Hilton's My New BFF Premiere
In 2008, Paris Hilton's reality television series "Paris Hilton's My New BFF" premiered, marking another venture into reality TV.
2008: Hospital room named in her honor
In 2008, a room at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles was named in Paris Hilton's honor in recognition of her charitable donations.
2008: Forbes Earnings Report
In 2008, according to Forbes, Paris Hilton earned about US$8 million.
2008: Response to McCain Ad
In 2008, after being compared to Barack Obama in a John McCain presidential campaign ad, Paris Hilton released a Funny or Die video entitled Paris Hilton Responds to McCain Ad.
2008: Bling Ring Burglaries Begin
In 2008, the Bling Ring began targeting Paris Hilton's home for burglaries, stealing jewellery, clothing, and cash.
2008: End of London Tipton character
In 2008, the end of the London Tipton character from The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, loosely based on Paris Hilton's real-life persona.
January 29, 2009: Paris Hilton's British Best Friend Debut
On January 29, 2009, "Paris Hilton's British Best Friend" debuted on ITV2 in England, following the success of the American version of the reality show.
September 2009: Hilton quote added to The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations
In September 2009, Paris Hilton's quote, "Dress cute wherever you go; life is too short to blend in", was added to The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations, cementing her influence on popular culture.
October 8, 2009: Guest Star on Supernatural
On October 8, 2009, Paris Hilton guest-starred in the fifth episode of the fifth season of Supernatural.
December 2009: Reported wane in media presence
By December 2009, reports indicated that Paris Hilton's presence in mass media had begun to wane and become less noteworthy.
2009: Paris Hilton's My New BFF Continued
In 2009, "Paris Hilton's My New BFF" continued, furthering her presence in the reality television landscape.
2009: Received US$4 Million for Birthday Party Appearance
In 2009, Paris Hilton, along with 50 Cent and Lenny Kravitz, received US$4 million for appearing at Christian Audigier's 51st-birthday party.
2009: Forbes Earnings Report
In 2009, according to Forbes, Paris Hilton earned about US$8 million.
2009: Continued Burglaries by Bling Ring
In 2009, the Bling Ring continued to burglarize Paris Hilton's residence, contributing to the nearly $2 million in stolen property.
February 2010: Advertising Campaign for Devassa Bem Loura
In February 2010, Paris Hilton participated in an advertising campaign for the Brazilian beer Devassa Bem Loura, including riding the brewery's float in the Rio Carnival.
April 2010: Split with Doug Reinhardt
In April 2010, Paris Hilton definitively broke up with The Hills star Doug Reinhardt, citing concerns he was using her to further his career.
July 2, 2010: Accused of Smoking Marijuana at FIFA World Cup
On July 2, 2010, Paris Hilton was accused of smoking marijuana at the 2010 FIFA World Cup game between Brazil and the Netherlands. Though escorted from the stadium, the case was later dismissed.
August 2010: Nathan Lee Parada Arrested Outside House
In August 2010, Nathan Lee Parada was arrested after being spotted with knives outside Paris Hilton's house, leading to his conviction for attempted burglary.
August 27, 2010: Arrested for Cocaine Possession
On August 27, 2010, Paris Hilton was arrested in Las Vegas on suspicion of cocaine possession, leading to her booking and release on her own recognizance.
September 17, 2010: Pleaded Guilty to Misdemeanors
On September 17, 2010, to avoid a felony conviction, Paris Hilton pleaded guilty to two misdemeanors related to drug possession and was sentenced to probation, community service, a fine, and a drug-abuse treatment program.
September 21, 2010: Detained in Japan Due to Drug Conviction
On September 21, 2010, Paris Hilton and her sister Nicky were stopped at Narita Airport in Japan due to Hilton's drug-possession conviction and were detained overnight.
October 2010: James Rainford's First Arrest
In October 2010, James Rainford was arrested for trespassing and pounding on Paris Hilton's door, resulting in probation and a restraining order.
November 28, 2010: Voice-over role in The Dog Who Saved Christmas Vacation
On November 28, 2010, Paris Hilton had her first voice-over role in the ABC made-for-television film The Dog Who Saved Christmas Vacation.
2010: Most Popular Women on the Web
In 2010, Paris Hilton was included among the "50 Most Popular Women on the Web" by Google.
2010: International Paris Hilton Day cancelled
In 2010, the annual International Paris Hilton Day celebration in Warsaw was cancelled following a plane crash near Smolensk.
April 2011: James Rainford's Second Arrest
In April 2011, James Rainford was arrested a second time for attacking her boyfriend Cy Waits outside Van Nuys Superior Court, where Hilton was headed to testify against Nathan Lee Parada.
June 1, 2011: The World According to Paris Premieres
On June 1, 2011, Paris Hilton returned to reality television with Oxygen's "The World According to Paris," which focused on her daily life. The show received lackluster ratings.
2011: CNN.com Earnings Report
In 2011, CNN.com reported Paris Hilton's annual earnings to be over US$10 million.
2011: Modeling and Retail Ventures
In 2011, Paris Hilton modeled for Triton during Brazil Fashion Week and for Andre Tan during Ukraine Fashion Week, and continued her endorsement and retail endeavors, introducing a mobile application, which became available for iPhone and iPod touch, and footwear collections in Mexico City and Istanbul. Beginning in 2011, Hilton opened several boutiques selling her products in Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, India, Philippines, Malaysia, Peru, Colombia, and Chile.
2011: Heart of Gold Award
In 2011, Paris Hilton was awarded the Heart of Gold Award by Starlight for her charitable contributions.
2011: Hottest Women of All Time
In 2011, Paris Hilton was included among the "100 Hottest Women of All Time" by Men's Health.
2011: Parodied in Falling in Reverse's music video "I'm Not a Vampire"
In 2011, Paris Hilton was parodied in Falling in Reverse's "I'm Not a Vampire" music video, showcasing her impact on popular culture.
2011: Racing Team success
In 2011, Paris Hilton's driver Maverick Viñales, won the final race and finished third overall in the 2011 125cc Grand Prix motorcycle racing championship.
2011: The World According to Paris Premiere
In 2011, Paris Hilton's reality TV series "The World According to Paris" premiered, showcasing her personal life and perspectives.
2011: The Kennel Club associates Hilton with "handbag dogs"
In 2011, The Kennel Club associated Paris Hilton with "the upsurge of popularity" in "so-called handbag dogs", reflecting her influence on popular trends.
2011: Most unpopular celebrity with Americans (Ipsos poll)
In 2011, an Ipsos poll concluded that Paris Hilton was the most unpopular celebrity with Americans, with 60 percent of respondents viewing her unfavorably.
2011: Debut of Caroline Channing character
In 2011, the debut of the Caroline Channing character in 2 Broke Girls, loosely based on Paris Hilton's real-life persona.
March 2012: Twitter Traffic Experiment
In March 2012, an experiment concluded that Paris Hilton generated less traffic than Charlie Sheen on Twitter.
June 28, 2012: DJ Debut at Brazil's Pop Music Festival
On June 28, 2012, Paris Hilton made her debut as a DJ at Brazil's Pop Music Festival, which drew negative reactions from established DJs.
September 20, 2012: Homophobic Comments Leak and Apology
On September 20, 2012, an audio of what was perceived as homophobic comments allegedly made by Paris Hilton leaked onto the Internet, leading to a backlash and her subsequent apology through GLAAD.
2012: Disc Jockey Career
In 2012, Paris Hilton began performing as a disc jockey, adding another dimension to her entertainment career.
2012: Started dating River Viiperi
In 2012, Paris Hilton started dating Spanish model River Viiperi.
2012: FHM ranking
Paris Hilton ranked 35th in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women poll in 2012.
2012: Forbes ranking in overexposed list
Paris Hilton ranked fifth in Forbes' list of "overexposed" celebrities in 2012.
August 2013: DJ Residency at Amnesia Ibiza
During August 2013, Paris Hilton became a DJ at Amnesia's weekly "Foam and Diamonds" parties in Ibiza, receiving positive reactions.
November 2013: "Obsessed Fan" Flies Banner Over Malibu
In November 2013, an "obsessed fan" flew a plane over Malibu with banners professing his infatuation with Paris Hilton.
2013: International Paris Hilton Day permanently discontinued
In 2013, International Paris Hilton Day was permanently discontinued due to controversial comments made by Paris Hilton the previous year.
2013: Nick Carter opens up about relationship with Hilton
In 2013, Nick Carter opened up about his 2004 relationship with Paris Hilton in his autobiography, describing her as a negative influence.
2013: Filming 'The Bling Ring' at her House
In 2013, Paris Hilton allowed Sofia Coppola to film scenes for "The Bling Ring" at her house, a movie about the burglaries she suffered.
2013: Hilton claims she didn't profit from sex tape
In 2013, Paris Hilton claimed that she never made money off her sex tape and that her fragrance line made enough money.
2013: Signs with Cash Money Records
In 2013, Paris Hilton signed with Cash Money Records, after appearing in Rich Gang's music video for "Tapout."
January 2014: Resident DJ at Harrah's Atlantic City
In January 2014, Paris Hilton became a resident DJ at Harrah's Atlantic City's "The Pool After Dark".
October 2014: Lukas Redanz Arrested at Gated Community
In October 2014, Lukas Redanz, a man covered in tattoos of Paris Hilton, was arrested after going to her gated community.
November 2014: Award for Best Female DJ at NJR DJ Awards
In November 2014, Paris Hilton won Best Female DJ at the NJR DJ Awards, recognizing her success in the DJing profession.
December 2014: Anti-Semitic Messages and Threats
In December 2014, Paris Hilton reported receiving anti-Semitic messages and threats on social media from a man who believed she was Jewish.
2014: Earned US$2.7 Million for Ibiza Residence
In 2014, Paris Hilton earned US$2.7 million for four nights' work (US$347,000 an hour) as part of her two-month residence in Ibiza.
2014: Ended relationship with River Viiperi
In 2014, Paris Hilton ended her relationship with Spanish model River Viiperi.
2014: Forbes ranking in overexposed list
In 2014, Paris Hilton ranked eight in Forbes' list of "overexposed" celebrities.
2014: National Humanitarian Award
In 2014, Paris Hilton received the National Humanitarian Award from the American Humane Association for her philanthropic efforts.
2014: "Come Alive" Single Release
In 2014, Paris Hilton released the single "Come Alive" under Cash Money Records.
March 2015: Licensing Agreement with Animoca Brands
In March 2015, Animoca Brands secured a license from Paris Hilton to use her name and likeness for mobile games and themes.
April 2015: Death of Tinkerbell
In April 2015, it was reported that Paris Hilton's Chihuahua, Tinkerbell, had died at age 14. Tinkerbell was frequently seen with Hilton.
2015: Fan Poses as Deliveryman
In 2015, An "obsessed fan" posed as a flower deliveryman to gain access to her gated community, where he left her a classic Cadillac.
2015: Began relationship with Thomas Gross
In 2015, Paris Hilton began a relationship with businessman Thomas Gross.
2015: Fundraising for children with disabilities
In 2015, Paris Hilton raised US$100,000 for children with disabilities in Ibiza.
2015: "High Off My Love" Single Release
In 2015, Paris Hilton released the single "High Off My Love" featuring Birdman, under Cash Money Records.
2015: Identity Theft Scheme Begins
In 2015, Paytsar Bkhchadzhyan began an identity theft scheme targeting Paris Hilton, using her credit cards and impersonating her in emails.
2015: Vice reflects on Hilton's impact on reality television
In 2015, Vice noted that after The Simple Life premiered in 2003, cable channels began heavily programming reality television shows, marking Hilton's influence on the genre.
2016: Ended relationship with Thomas Gross
In 2016, Paris Hilton ended her relationship with businessman Thomas Gross.
2016: Teamed up with Lidl for a hair care collection
In 2016, Paris Hilton teamed up with Lidl for a hair care collection.
March 2017: People Magazine calls Hilton a living legend
In March 2017, People magazine wrote that "For millennials, Paris Hilton has always been and will always be a living legend", highlighting her lasting impact on pop culture and the millennial fashion aesthetic.
June 2017: Launch of Footwear and Home Decor Lines in Mexico City
In June 2017, Paris Hilton launched her footwear and home decor lines in Mexico City, expanding her business ventures.
2017: Donations and support after Mexico earthquake
In 2017, Paris Hilton donated personal items to the Children's Hospital Los Angeles and the Starlight Children's Foundation, and provided aid to families affected by the 2017 Central Mexico earthquake, donating merchandise and $350,000 to rebuild homes.
2017: Dramatized in "Britney Ever After"
In 2017, Paris Hilton was dramatized in the Lifetime biographical drama Britney Ever After, by Jillian Walchuck.
2017: Subject of art exhibit
In 2017, Paris Hilton was one of the subjects of an art exhibit called "Nicole Richie's 2007 Memorial Day BBQ", unveiled at Brooklyn's THNK 1994 Museum.
2017: Bkhchadzhyan Arrested
In 2017, Paytsar Bkhchadzhyan was arrested for bank fraud conspiracy related to the identity theft scheme targeting Paris Hilton and her family.
2017: End of Caroline Channing character
In 2017, the end of the Caroline Channing character in 2 Broke Girls, loosely based on Paris Hilton's real-life persona.
January 2018: Engagement to Chris Zylka
In January 2018, Chris Zylka proposed to Paris Hilton during a vacation in Aspen.
October 2018: Rock The Runway event
In October 2018, Paris Hilton hosted Rock The Runway, an event benefiting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and The Sasha Project LA.
November 2018: Called off engagement to Chris Zylka
In November 2018, Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka called off their engagement.
December 2018: The American Meme Premieres on Netflix
In December 2018, "The American Meme," a documentary featuring Paris Hilton, premiered on Netflix, exploring social media and online presence.
2018: Featured in "The Good Place" episode
In "The Good Place" episode "The Brainy Bunch" in 2018, an American-themed restaurant includes a wall art featuring an alternative Mount Rushmore formed by Paris Hilton, David Hasselhoff, Judge Judy, and Hulk Hogan.
2018: Lili Anolik observes Hilton's cultural contribution
In 2018, Lili Anolik of Vanity Fair, observed that Paris Hilton "instinctively grasped that the great cultural contribution of the movies was movie stars". She also noted that Hilton only needed to perform "herself", a "gorgeous blonde ditz, the modern-day Monroe".
2018: Interview with Kim Petras
In 2018, Paris Hilton interviewed singer Kim Petras for the Summer 2018 issue of Paper magazine.
2018: Hollywood Love Story and The American Meme Release
In 2018, Paris Hilton was involved in "Hollywood Love Story" and the documentary "The American Meme", expanding her media presence.
June 2019: Cash & Rocket auto rally
In June 2019, Paris Hilton participated in the annual, all-female Cash & Rocket auto rally across Europe, raising money for various foundations.
July 2019: DJ Performance at Tomorrowland
In July 2019, Paris Hilton performed as a DJ at Tomorrowland, a major electronic dance music festival.
December 2019: Started relationship with Carter Reum
In December 2019, Paris Hilton started a relationship with businessman Carter Reum.
2019: Music video and Runway Appearances
Between 2017 and 2019, Hilton frequently served as a runway model for Christian Cowan and The Blonds during New York Fashion Week, and for Philipp Plein during Milan Fashion Week.
October 9, 2020: Protest outside Provo Canyon School
On October 9, 2020, Paris Hilton held a rally outside Provo Canyon School in Utah to protest alleged abuse at the school and similar programs for troubled teens.
2020: Perfume Line Revenue
As of 2020, Paris Hilton's perfume line has generated over US$2.5 billion in revenue.
2020: Advertisement Campaigns Appearances
Between 2020 and 2024, Hilton appeared in advertisement campaigns for Skims, Valentino, Lanvin, Uber Eats, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Klarna, Marc Jacobs, Taco Bell, Grey Goose, NBCUniversal's coverage of the 2024 Summer Olympics, MSCHF–Crocs' Big Yellow Boots, Living Proof, and WOW Vegas.
2020: YouTube Series, Film Appearance, Merchandise and Single Release
In 2020, Hilton served as a guest judge in the premiere episode of James Charles's YouTube series Instant Influencer, produced and starred in Ramez Silyan's short film Sorry, modeled at Rihanna's Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 2, and released a merchandise collection, as well as a single with Lodato, "I Blame You".
2020: Los Angeles Times calls Hilton the original influencer
In 2020, Los Angeles Times' editor Lindzi Scharf regarded Paris Hilton as "the woman who will likely go down in history for putting the 'i' in influencer". This highlights Hilton's significant impact on influencer culture.
2020: Started path of self-discovery
In 2020, Paris Hilton described Paris: The Memoir, as a continuation of "this whole path of self-discovery" that started with her 2020 documentary.
2020: This Is Paris Documentary Release
In 2020, the YouTube Originals documentary "This Is Paris" was released, revealing Paris Hilton's experiences with abuse in boarding schools. The film was considered a "rebranding" of her image.
2020: Social Media Views and Impressions
In 2020, there were over 257 million views on videos mentioning Paris Hilton's name on social media, and her catchphrase "That's Hot" resulted in over 4.8 billion impressions on TikTok.
February 8, 2021: Testimony before Utah State Legislature
On February 8, 2021, Paris Hilton testified before the Utah State Legislature to advocate for increased oversight of youth residential treatment centers, detailing her experiences at Provo Canyon School.
February 13, 2021: Engagement to Carter Reum
On February 13, 2021, Paris Hilton became engaged to Carter Reum.
February 22, 2021: I am Paris Podcast Debut
On February 22, 2021, Paris Hilton's podcast "I am Paris" debuted, featuring personal content and celebrity conversations.
August 4, 2021: Cooking with Paris Released on Netflix
On August 4, 2021, "Cooking with Paris," a reality series hosted and co-produced by Paris Hilton, was released on Netflix.
2021: Social Media Reach
As of 2021, Paris Hilton reached over 60 million users across her social media platforms.
2021: NFT Collections Launch and ParisWorld on Roblox
Beginning in 2021, Paris Hilton launched several NFT collections and introduced ParisWorld on Roblox, expanding into the digital space.
2021: Cooking With Paris and Paris in Love Release
In 2021, Paris Hilton expanded her media ventures with the release of "Cooking with Paris", a cooking show, and "Paris in Love", a reality series.
2021: Interview with Saweetie and Profile on Britney Spears
In 2021, Paris Hilton interviewed rapper Saweetie for the Summer 2021 issue of Wonderland and wrote a profile on Britney Spears for the 2021 Time 100 listicle.
2021: Paris Hilton Entertainment Renamed and New Ventures
In 2021, Paris Hilton renamed Paris Hilton Entertainment to 11:11 Media and created London Audio and Slivington Manor Entertainment, expanding her media ventures.
2021: Most Influential People in the NFT Industry
In 2021, Paris Hilton was included among the "50 Most Influential People in the NFT Industry" by Fortune.
June 8, 2022: Fund for Digital Art at LACMA
On June 8, 2022, it was announced that Paris Hilton had created a fund for the Los Angeles County Museum of Art to support the acquisition of digital art by female artists.
December 30, 2022: "Stars Are Blind (Paris' Version)" Released
On December 30, 2022, Paris Hilton released an updated version of the song "Stars Are Blind (Paris' Version)" exclusively to Amazon Music.
2022: TikTok Views
As of 2022, TikTok videos tagged with Paris Hilton's name had collectively received more than 2 billion views.
2022: Collaborations and Appearances
In 2022, Hilton released a tracksuits line, a sunglasses collection with Quay Australia, and a housewares collection on Amazon. She voiced herself in four episodes of the YouTube animated web series Rainbow High, and modeled for Versace at Milan Fashion Week. That year, she performed "Stars Are Blind", alongside Christina Aguilera and Mya, at the Los Angeles Pride festival, as well as with Miley Cyrus and Sia, on NBC's Miley's New Year's Eve Party.
2022: Testimony before United States House Committee
In 2022, Paris Hilton appeared before the United States House Committee on Ways and Means to testify in support of measures to improve child welfare in the United States.
2022: MTV Movie & TV Awards: Best Reality Return
In 2022, Paris Hilton won the Best Reality Return at the MTV Movie & TV Awards for both "Cooking with Paris" and "Paris in Love".
2022: Trapped In Treatment Podcast
In 2022, Paris Hilton's company London Audio, launched the podcast Trapped In Treatment, hosted by Caroline Cole and Rebecca Mellinger.
January 20, 2023: Alone At Night Film Release
On January 20, 2023, Paris Hilton played the host of a reality dating series in the horror film Alone At Night, which was released by Vertical Entertainment.
February 2023: Parisland launch on The Sandbox
In February 2023, Paris Hilton launched Parisland on The Sandbox, marking her entry into the metaverse.
March 14, 2023: Paris: The Memoir Publication
On March 14, 2023, Paris Hilton's third book, "Paris: The Memoir," was published by Harper Collins, debuting at number three on the New York Times Best Sellers list.
June 2, 2023: "Stars Are Blind" version featuring Kim Petras Released
On June 2, 2023, Paris Hilton released another version of "Stars Are Blind" featuring vocals by Kim Petras.
August 2023: Slivingland launch on Roblox
In August 2023, Hilton launched Slivingland on Roblox, further expanding her presence in virtual worlds.
October 2023: Paris: The Memoir Book Sales
By October 2023, the book "Paris: The Memoir" had sold only 46,637 print copies in the United States.
November 2023: Birth of daughter via surrogacy
In November 2023, Paris Hilton and Carter Reum welcomed a daughter via surrogacy.
2023: Paris: The Memoir Release
In 2023, Paris Hilton released "Paris: The Memoir", offering an in-depth account of her life and career.
2023: Backing the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act
In 2023, Paris Hilton supported the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act, which aims to provide greater oversight and data transparency for institutional youth treatment programs.
2023: Most Powerful Women on Reality TV
In 2023, Paris Hilton was included among the "40 Most Powerful Women on Reality TV" by Variety.
2023: History of the World's Greatest Nightclubs Podcast
In 2023, Paris Hilton's company London Audio, launched the podcast History of the World's Greatest Nightclubs, hosted by Ultra Naté.
2023: Pop-up store with Klarna
With Klarna, she opened a pop-up store which ran from February 23 to 24, 2023 in Los Angeles.
February 2024: Slivingland's success on Roblox
By February 2024, Slivingland on Roblox had garnered over 3.4 million users and generated approximately $60 million in earned media ad equivalency.
2024: Advertisements Campaigns Appearances
Between 2020 and 2024, Hilton appeared in advertisement campaigns for Skims, Valentino, Lanvin, Uber Eats, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Klarna, Marc Jacobs, Taco Bell, Grey Goose, NBCUniversal's coverage of the 2024 Summer Olympics, MSCHF–Crocs' Big Yellow Boots, Living Proof, and WOW Vegas.
2024: Infinite Icon Album Release
In 2024, Paris Hilton released the studio album, "Infinite Icon", further expanding her musical career.
January 8, 2025: Hilton's Malibu home destroyed by Palisades Fire
On January 8, 2025, Paris Hilton reported that her home in Malibu had been destroyed by the Palisades Fire.
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