Paris Hilton is a household name across the world, and her notorious surname comes with a history of its own.
She comes from a family of moguls, who put the successful Hilton Hotel franchise on the map internationally.
Paris may have made a name for herself that's all her own, however, her story began with her family's impressive heir.
Learn all about her father Rick Hilton and his legacy below.
Who is Rick Hilton?
© FilmMagicRick is the grandson of Hilton Hotels founder Conrad Hilton. He followed in the family's footsteps and studied hotel and restaurant management at the University of Denver.
Post-graduation, he got involved in the real estate industry and worked for Eastdil Secured.
© WireImageHe launched his own real estate company called Hilton Realty Investment in 1984, which focused on commercial real estate.
In 1993, Rick and Jeffrey Hyland launched their new joint company Hilton & Hyland Real Estate Inc.
In 2024, Rick kicked off his new company called Hilton Hilton, and his son Barron Hilton II, born in 1989, as well as his daughter-in-law Tessa, are both co-chief executives in the lucrative family business.
The Hilton family ties
© WireImageRick married Kathy Hilton in 1979 and they welcomed four children together, including Paris, born in 1981, Nicky Hilton Rothschild, born in 1983, Barron, and Conrad Hilton, born in 1994.
© Getty ImagesFor Rick's 70th birthday last year, Paris shared a heartwarming social media post expressing just how much her father serves both a professional and personal inspiration for her.
She wrote: "Happy 70th Birthday Rick Hilton. Dad, you've always called me your star and you've been the one who's made me shine. Your love, guidance and unwavering belief in me have shaped every part of who I am."
© WireImageParis continued: "Thank you for being the most amazing grandfather to my children, for the endless love and happiness you give them and for showing me what a beautiful, lasting relationship looks like through your marriage to mom Kathy Hilton. I'm forever grateful for every hug, every laugh, every lesson, and every precious moment we've shared. Love you forever, Dad."
