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.

Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart out in London on October 21, 2012.

Steppin' Out: Jennifer Lopez, Tyler Posey, Rene Perez and more

Nicole Richie leaving a salon in September 2012

Steal Her Style: Nicole Richie's Casual-Chic Look

Stepping out of a salon in Los Angeles, Nicole Richie wore a casual sweater, black skinny jeans, and fierce booties -- creating a sexy laid-back look. Want to steal her style? Here’s how.

Selena Gomez arrives at the Atlanta Airport on September 13, 2012.

Steppin' Out: Selena Gomez, Penelope Cruz, America Ferrera and more

Demi Lovato running errands in The Cure tee in Los Angeles on September 12, 2012

Steppin' Out: Demi Lovato, Daisy Fuentes, Jessica Alba and more

Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart watch Evita on Broadway on September 11, 2012

Steppin' Out: Casper Smart & Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin, Demi Lovato and more

Shakira shops in Milan on September 7, 2012.

Steppin' Out: Shakira, Lourdes Leon, Adrienne Bailon and more

Bradley Cooper, Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling at the Toronto Film Festival

Steppin' Out: Bradley Cooper, Eva Mendes & Ryan Gosling, Penelope Cruz and more

Nicole Richie with a braided top knot at the 2012 Style Awards

Get the Look: Nicole Richie's Top-Knot

Nicole Richie has a knack for switching up her look and still looking fabulous. The secret? A great hairstylist. Wella Professionals celebrity stylist, Andy LeCompte has worked with a ton of fabulous stars: Penelope Cruz, Salma Hayek, Selena Gomez, Shakira and yep -- Nicole Richie. Sporting a high, top-knot bun, Nicole recently awarded Andy with the "Hair Stylist of the Year" award at the 9th Annual Style Awards (airing on The Style Network on September 14 at 8 EST)....