17 Photos of Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie That Prove They're Best Friends Forever

Mar. 15, 2025

Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie Paris in Love.Photo:Todd Williamson/Peacock/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty

Todd Williamson/Peacock/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty

Paris HiltonandNicole Richiewere BFFs long before the term ‘BFF’ was a thing.The twohave been friendssince they were two years old and have grown up alongside each other — spending at least half of their lives in the public eye. Now 43, we’ve seen the two friends take over the 2000s, build their respective empires and evolve from being party girls in their 20s to working mothers in their 40s.And while they may have had a short-lived rift circa 2005, the two besties have since found their way back to each other and are once again teaming up for some new adventures inParis and Nicole: The Encore.As we celebrate their new Peacock show, premiering Dec. 12, take a look back at Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie’s fabulous photos that prove they’re best friends forever.

Paris HiltonandNicole Richiewere BFFs long before the term ‘BFF’ was a thing.

The twohave been friendssince they were two years old and have grown up alongside each other — spending at least half of their lives in the public eye. Now 43, we’ve seen the two friends take over the 2000s, build their respective empires and evolve from being party girls in their 20s to working mothers in their 40s.

And while they may have had a short-lived rift circa 2005, the two besties have since found their way back to each other and are once again teaming up for some new adventures inParis and Nicole: The Encore.

As we celebrate their new Peacock show, premiering Dec. 12, take a look back at Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie’s fabulous photos that prove they’re best friends forever.

01of 17In the BeginningParis Hilton Nicole Richie Childhood Throwback.Nicole Richie/InstagramTo commemorate their new Peacock show, Nicole Richie dropped a slew of throwback photos on her Instagram on Dec. 12. “It all started here…” the mom of two wrote.

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In the Beginning

Paris Hilton Nicole Richie Childhood Throwback.Nicole Richie/Instagram

Nicole Richie/Instagram

To commemorate their new Peacock show, Nicole Richie dropped a slew of throwback photos on her Instagram on Dec. 12. “It all started here…” the mom of two wrote.

02of 17Stylish TrioParis Hilton Nicole Richie Childhood.Nicole Richie/InstagramClearly, the girls were destined to be fashion icons. Paris, Nicole and Paris' sister Nicky Hilton were pictured hanging out while rocking some serious statement accessories.

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Stylish Trio

Paris Hilton Nicole Richie Childhood.Nicole Richie/Instagram

Clearly, the girls were destined to be fashion icons. Paris, Nicole and Paris' sister Nicky Hilton were pictured hanging out while rocking some serious statement accessories.

03of 17Always TogetherParis Hilton Nicole Richie Childhood Throwback.Nicole Richie/InstagramSill and Bill wore their curls to do some skating twirls.

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Always Together

Sill and Bill wore their curls to do some skating twirls.

04of 17In Black and WhiteParis Hilton Nicole Richie Childhood Throwback.Nicole Richie/InstagramTwo besties. Two moods.

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In Black and White

Two besties. Two moods.

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It’s a Party

06of 17In CostumeParis Hilton Nicole Richie Childhood Throwback.Nicole Richie/InstagramThe two Tinker-belles of the ball!

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In Costume

The two Tinker-belles of the ball!

07of 17Happy Birthday, Nicole!Paris and Nicole Throwback.Paris Hilton/ InstagramFor Nicole Richie’s birthday last September, Paris Hiltonshared an Instagram carouselof some of their precious moments through the years. One of the pics was this black and white gem from the ’90s.“Words can’t describe how grateful I am for our lifetime of friendship.🥰 When I look back on my life, so many of my most memorable and special memories were with you.🥹” the “Stars Are Blind” singer wrote.“No one makes me laugh the way you do, you are one of the most hilarious people on the planet.🤣 You are so much fun to be around.💗 You light up every room you walk into and have a heart of gold.💖 So lucky to have you in my life! Can’t wait to make more memories together!👯‍♀️ Sana saaaaa😹 Love you forever💕 "

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Happy Birthday, Nicole!

Paris and Nicole Throwback.Paris Hilton/ Instagram

Paris Hilton/ Instagram

For Nicole Richie’s birthday last September, Paris Hiltonshared an Instagram carouselof some of their precious moments through the years. One of the pics was this black and white gem from the ’90s.

“Words can’t describe how grateful I am for our lifetime of friendship.🥰 When I look back on my life, so many of my most memorable and special memories were with you.🥹” the “Stars Are Blind” singer wrote.

“No one makes me laugh the way you do, you are one of the most hilarious people on the planet.🤣 You are so much fun to be around.💗 You light up every room you walk into and have a heart of gold.💖 So lucky to have you in my life! Can’t wait to make more memories together!👯‍♀️ Sana saaaaa😹 Love you forever💕 "

08of 17Peak 2000sParis and Nicole in 2001.Jeff Vespa/WireImageThe combination of Paris' bright pink dress, matching eye shadow and tiny tiara with Nicole’s shimmery American flag top, exaggerated wing eyeliner and punk rock hair makes this a picture worthy of the Smithsonian.

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Peak 2000s

Paris and Nicole in 2001.Jeff Vespa/WireImage

Jeff Vespa/WireImage

The combination of Paris' bright pink dress, matching eye shadow and tiny tiara with Nicole’s shimmery American flag top, exaggerated wing eyeliner and punk rock hair makes this a picture worthy of the Smithsonian.

09of 17Just GirlsParis and Nicole in 2003.Dan Steinberg/GettyA moment of silence for the thin, bleached eyebrows. The girls were ready to celebrate as they arrived at the Bon Voyage Party forThe Simple Lifeback in 2003.

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Just Girls

Paris and Nicole in 2003.Dan Steinberg/Getty

Dan Steinberg/Getty

A moment of silence for the thin, bleached eyebrows. The girls were ready to celebrate as they arrived at the Bon Voyage Party forThe Simple Lifeback in 2003.

10of 17Celebrating ‘The Simple Life’Paris and Nicole ‘The Simple Life Party’.Doug Benc/GettyNicole and Paris were pictured arriving at the premiere party forThe Simple Lifeon Dec. 2, 2003 in L.A.

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Celebrating ‘The Simple Life’

Paris and Nicole ‘The Simple Life Party’.Doug Benc/Getty

Doug Benc/Getty

Nicole and Paris were pictured arriving at the premiere party forThe Simple Lifeon Dec. 2, 2003 in L.A.

11of 17BangersParis Hilton and Nicole Richie.Chris Weeks/WireImageLike the true Y2K icons they are, Paris and Nicole pulled up to an event with matching swoop bangs.

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Bangers

Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie.Chris Weeks/WireImage

Chris Weeks/WireImage

Like the true Y2K icons they are, Paris and Nicole pulled up to an event with matching swoop bangs.

12of 17Grand EntranceParis and Nicole in 2004.KMazur/WireImageTrue to nature, the two friends made a grand entrance arriving at the 2004 Teen Choice Awards.

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Grand Entrance

Paris and Nicole in 2004.KMazur/WireImage

KMazur/WireImage

True to nature, the two friends made a grand entrance arriving at the 2004 Teen Choice Awards.

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Best Friend Love

Paris and Nicole.Donato Sardella/WireImage

Donato Sardella/WireImage

Though Paris and Nicolewent through a bit of a rift in 2005, Richie says it was all part of growing pains.

“We were friends for a long time before anyone even knew because our families are friends,” she said while on Alex Cooper’sCall Her Daddypodcast.

14of 17Making HistoryParis Hilton, Nicole Richie The Simple Life.Sam Jones/20th Century Fox Tv/Kobal/ShutterstockHang this one in the Louvre.

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Making History

Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie The Simple Life.Sam Jones/20th Century Fox Tv/Kobal/Shutterstock

Sam Jones/20th Century Fox Tv/Kobal/Shutterstock

Hang this one in the Louvre.

15of 17Mirror Pics for the WinParis Hilton and Nicole Richie reunion.Paris Hilton/InstagramYears later, Paris and Nicole continue to prove they arethe"It” girls. “Ready for another iconic adventure with this Legend👯‍♀️ Loves it💗 That’s Hot,” Paris captioned this incredible mirror pic.

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Mirror Pics for the Win

Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie reunion.Paris Hilton/Instagram

Paris Hilton/Instagram

Years later, Paris and Nicole continue to prove they arethe"It" girls. “Ready for another iconic adventure with this Legend👯‍♀️ Loves it💗 That’s Hot,” Paris captioned this incredible mirror pic.

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Paris’ Big Day

Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie at Paris Hilton’s wedding.Todd Williamson/Peacock/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty

Todd Williamson/Peacock/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty

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The Encore

Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie in “Paris & Nicole: The Encore”.Peacock

Peacock

source: people.com