Nicole Richie

Nicole Richie

Born Sept. 21, 1981

Nicole Richie is a Hollywood personality and socialite. Born Nicole Camille Escovedo in Berkeley, Calif., she is the adopted daughter of singer Lionel Richie. Her biological father Peter Escovedo is of Mexican and African American heritage and Nicole is famous percussionist Sheila E's niece. Richie became famous with her role alongside fellow celeb/socialite Paris Hilton in the Fox reality TV show The Simple Life. She made her acting debut in the comedic drama Kids in America and has guest-starred on several TV series, including Eve, Six Feet Under, American Dreams: 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter and Chuck. Richie has designed her own jewelry, shoes and apparel lines and has written two novels, The Truth About Diamonds and Priceless.

Best Dressed: Halloween 2010

After seeing what our celebs wore in Halloweens past, we were certain they wouldn't disappoint this year. They celebrated at events and parties all over the country looking creepy and cute, spooky and sweet and some even looked dead. Take a look at our favorites and let us know what you dressed up as this Halloween.

Reality Stars

Latinos invaded reality television this year in a big way! Five of ten finalists on FOX’s hit show So You Think You Can Dance were Latin, boricua Roberto Martinez won Ali’s heart on ABC’s The Bachelorette, J-Lo became the first Latina to judge American Idol, and season 21 of the CBS ratings giant, Survivor, was set in Nicaragua. As if that’s not enough, Mondo Guerra has been dominating the competition over on Project Runway’s 8th season and he’s expected to be...

Steppin' Out

Nicole Richie promotes her fashion lines in New York City. Plus, Residente, Jorge Garcia, Julissa Bermudez and more!

Who Should be J. Lo’s New Nanny?

It’s been less than a week since Jennifer Lopez officially became an American Idol judge, but the hardworking Boricua is already working on a new project—a dramedy for ABC. The show, which is still in the early stages of production, will be about a Los Angeles family as told through...

Wear a Fall Hat like Nicole Richie

Nicole Richie isn't one to let a bad hair day stop her. With no time to do her hair before her book signing in New York City, she just topped her coif with a chic hat and no one knew that it wasn't intended. We have a feeling a few bad hair days may be in our future, too, so here are some of the chicest and cheapest toppers out there right now.

Danny Trejo joins Sofia Vergara on Modern Family. Plus, Gisele Bundchen, Alessandra Ambrosio, Victoria Justice and more!

 

Growing Up Hollywood

There are two kinds of stars in Hollywood: those that break into the business, and those who were born into the business. These five Latinas represent the latter group.

 

Our 8 Favorite Fashion's Night Out Appearances

Our stars were out in full force to celebrate the kick-off of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week last Friday at Fashion's Night Out events all around the city! From J.Lo to Nicole Richie, click through to get a peek at our fave appearances of the night and all of the amazing outfits.

Beauty Poll: Do You Like Nicole Richie's New Color and Cut?

The approach of fall usually means a seasonal makeover. But when it comes to changing hair color, most of us opt for deeper, darker shades.

Not Nicole Richie. The fashion darling decided to go back to a lighter hair color we haven't seen on her in a while. Her new look also included a drastic change in hair length--going from long locks that flowed past her shoulders to a wavy bob that's just past the chin.

So tell us...