According to sources, as of 2024, the net worth of Paris Hilton is estimated at approximately $300 million. She has amassed her wealth through various avenues, including:
1. Modeling: Paris began her modeling career at the age of 19 when she signed with Donald Trump’s agency, Trump Model Management. She has graced the covers of renowned magazines such as Vanity Fair, GQ, and FHM.
2. Fragrances: Paris Hilton has endorsed 17 fragrances, which have collectively generated over $2 billion in gross revenue. She reportedly received a 30% share of the profits.
3. Reality TV: She gained fame through the popular reality show “The Simple Life,” which premiered in 2004. It’s reported that she earned $300,000 per episode. She has also appeared in other reality shows like “Paris Hilton’s My New BFF,” “The World According to Paris,” and “Cooking with Paris.”
4. Books: Paris Hilton has authored two books, “Confessions of an Heiress: A Tongue-in-Cheek Peek Behind the Pose” and “Your Heiress Diary: Confess It All To Me.” The former became a New York Times bestseller.
5. Music: In 2006, she released her self-titled debut album, which reached number six on the Billboard 200 chart. She also released several singles, including “Stars Are Blind,” “Nothing in This World,” and “I Need You.”
6. Business: Paris has launched several ventures, including a jewelry line, a clothing line, a sunglass collection, a record label, a skincare line, and a nightclub franchise. She also earns income from endorsements, appearances, and licensing deals.
7. Real Estate: Paris Hilton owns several properties, including a $5.9 million home in LA’s Sherman Oaks, a $6.25 million home in Beverly Hills, a $5.9 million home in the West Hollywood Hills, and an oceanfront property in Malibu valued at $8.4 million. Additionally, she rents a mansion in Beverly Park for $160,000 per month.
Paris Hilton is widely recognized as one of the most successful and influential celebrities globally. She has proven herself to be more than just an heiress, but also a savvy entrepreneur and a prominent media personality.
More About Paris Hilton
- Full Name: Paris Whitney Hilton, also known as “Star” or “Princess” by her fans and friends.
- Birthdate: February 17, 1981.
- Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA.
- Family: Heiress to the Hilton Hotel fortune, great-granddaughter of Conrad Hilton (the founder of Hilton Hotels), and related to other prominent figures, such as Zsa Zsa Gabor, Elizabeth Taylor, and Kyle Richards.
Career
Early Years:
- Born into wealth and prominence as a member of the Hilton family.
- Grew up in New York City and at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel.
- Attended various prestigious schools, including the Buckley School, Provo Canyon School, and Dwight School. She dropped out of high school but later earned a GED.
Modeling and Socialite:
- Began her career as a model during her teenage years.
- Signed with Donald Trump’s agency, Trump Model Management.
- Appeared in several campaigns and magazines, including Guess, Christian Dior, and Vogue.
- Became a prominent New York socialite in the early 2000s.
Reality TV Stardom:
- Rose to fame through the reality TV show “The Simple Life” (2003-2007), co-starring with Nicole Richie.
- The show’s success made her a household name and established her as a reality TV star.
- She also appeared in other shows, such as “Paris Hilton’s My New BFF,” “The World According to Paris,” and “Cooking with Paris.”
Business Ventures:
- Launched a successful line of fragrances, generating over $2 billion in revenue. She received around a 30% share of the profits.
- Owned and operated her own nightclubs and hotels.
- Ventured into the fashion industry with clothing and accessory lines.
- Developed a line of cosmetics and skincare products.
- Created her own record label called Heiress Records and a nightclub franchise called Club Paris.
Music and Acting:
- Released her self-titled debut album, “Paris,” in 2006, featuring the hit single “Stars Are Blind.” The album reached number six on the Billboard 200 chart.
- Also released several singles, including “Nothing in This World” and “I Need You.”
- Made appearances in films and television shows, including “House of Wax” (2005), “The Hottie and the Nottie” (2008), “Repo! The Genetic Opera” (2008), “Raising Helen” (2004), and “The O.C.” (2004).
- Produced several documentaries about herself, such as “Paris, Not France” (2008) and “This Is Paris” (2020).
DJing:
- Pursued a career as a DJ, performing at clubs and music festivals worldwide.
- Became one of the highest-paid DJs in the world, earning up to $1 million per gig.
Social Media and Brand Endorsements:
- Maintained a strong social media presence, becoming a social media influencer.
- Has over 50 million followers on social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok.
- Collaborated with various brands and endorsed products through her social media platforms.
Philanthropy:
- Engaged in charitable activities, supporting organizations related to animal rights, children’s health, LGBT rights, and environmental issues.
- Donated money and raised awareness for charities such as the Starlight Children’s Foundation, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, and The American Humane Association.
Legal Issues:
- Faced legal troubles during her career, including a brief period of incarceration for a probation violation in 2007. She spent 23 days in jail after being arrested for driving under the influence.
- Was also involved in a sex tape scandal in 2003 with her ex-boyfriend Rick Salomon, who released the video without her consent. She sued him for invasion of privacy and received a settlement of $400,000.
- Was also a victim of burglary and hacking by a group of thieves known as the “Bling Ring” in 2008-2009. They stole jewelry, clothes, cash, and personal items worth over $2 million from her home and hacked into her phone and email accounts.
Personal Life:
- Has been engaged four times but has never married. Her previous fiancés were Jason Shaw (2002-2003), Paris Latsis (2005), Chris Zylka (2018), and Carter Reum (2021). She broke off her engagement with Reum in November 2021 after 10 months of being engaged.
- Has also dated other celebrities, such as Rick Salomon, Nick Carter, Benji Madden, and Doug Reinhardt.
- Has a pet dog named Tinkerbell, who is a Chihuahua. She also has other pets, including cats, rabbits, ferrets, and pigs.
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