Kathy Hilton

Kathleen Elizabeth Hilton, known as Kathy Hilton, is an American socialite, television personality, philanthropist, and businesswoman who is a prominent member of one of America’s wealthiest families. Born on March 13, 1959, in New York City, she grew up as Kathleen Avanzino Richards alongside her sisters Kim and Kyle Richards, who would also become television personalities. As a child actress, she appeared in several television shows and films during the 1970s, including Happy Days, Family Affair, and Bewitched, before stepping away from acting to focus on her personal life.

In 1979, Kathy married Richard Hilton, a member of the Hilton hotel family and a highly successful real estate developer in his own right. Through their partnership, the Hiltons built an enormous fortune in luxury real estate, with Richard Hilton co-founding Hilton and Hyland, one of the most prestigious real estate brokerage firms in Beverly Hills. The couple has four children, including Paris Hilton and Nicky Hilton Rothschild, both of whom have become international celebrities and successful businesswomen in their own right. The Hilton family’s collective wealth and influence extend across hospitality, real estate, fashion, and media.

Kathy Hilton gained renewed public attention when she joined the cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills as a “friend of” the show in 2021. Her eccentric, humorous personality and luxury lifestyle quickly made her a fan favorite, and she became one of the most talked-about cast members on the franchise. Her appearances on the show brought her a new generation of fans and significantly boosted her social media following. She has also been involved in fashion design, launching a line of party dresses and caftans that sell through major retailers.

With an estimated net worth of $350 million in 2026, Kathy Hilton is one of the wealthiest reality television personalities in the world. The vast majority of her wealth comes from the Hilton family’s real estate holdings and investments, including Richard Hilton’s brokerage business and their extensive property portfolio. Additional income streams include her television appearances, fashion ventures, philanthropic work, and brand partnerships. The Hilton family remains one of the most prominent dynasties in American high society.