In a candid revelation during a recent television appearance, socialite and media personality Paris Hilton has openly discussed the current state of her relationship with fellow actress Lindsay Lohan, confirming that the pair have moved past their years of public discord.
From Feud to Friendship: A Celebrity Reconciliation
The 44-year-old television star, who recently expressed admiration for close friend Britney Spears, addressed the topic directly on Thursday's episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen. When host Andy Cohen presented a fan question inquiring whether Hilton had reconnected with Lohan since the latter's career resurgence, Hilton responded affirmatively.
'Yes,' Hilton stated unequivocally, before adding a heartwarming detail about their renewed connection. 'We are planning to get the kids together.'
A Tumultuous History Between Two Icons
The reported rift between Hilton and Lohan first emerged publicly in 2006 and persisted for over a decade, marked by occasional public barbs and media speculation. Their conflict appeared to originate when Lohan was romantically linked to Hilton's former partner, Stavros Niarchos.
During that period, Hilton's acquaintance Brandon Davis made disparaging remarks about Lohan, with Hilton photographed nearby holding a phone to her ear. Hilton's representative later clarified that Davis's comments did not reflect Hilton's views, explaining that she often used her mobile device as 'a defensive tool' to avoid media questioning.
The tension escalated in November 2006 when Lohan reportedly joined Hilton and Britney Spears during a night out, creating an awkward situation that Hilton later described on her podcast. 'Just as we got to the car, that's when Lindsay came up. It was kind of awkward because we were having some drama,' Hilton recalled in 2021.
Public Exchanges and Evolving Perspectives
For years, the two celebrities exchanged occasional public criticisms. In 2019, during another appearance on Cohen's program, Hilton offered a notably unflattering assessment when asked to say three positive things about Lohan, responding with 'She's...beyond...lame and embarrassing.'
However, perspectives shifted as both women matured and entered new life chapters. By 2022, Hilton offered a more conciliatory update, explaining 'I just feel like we're grown-ups now... I just got married. She just got engaged. We're not in high school. I think it was just very immature and now everything is all good.'
Modern Motherhood and Mutual Respect
The genuine thaw in their relationship became evident more recently. Hilton shared that she and Lohan 'reconnected' at the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscars party, where they primarily discussed their experiences of motherhood. Hilton is mother to three-year-old son Phoenix and two-year-old daughter London with husband Carter Reum, while Lohan welcomed son Luai in July 2023 with husband Bader Shammas.
'I'm so happy for her. She is glowing,' Hilton expressed warmly about Lohan during the interview. Fellow guests Kyle Richards and Kathy Hilton concurred with positive assessments, with Richards adding that Lohan is 'so sweet.'
Hilton has demonstrated her supportive stance on multiple occasions, sending congratulations when Lohan announced her engagement in 2021 and again when she revealed her pregnancy two years later.
Moving Forward with New Projects
While nurturing her renewed friendship with Lohan, Hilton continues to advance her professional endeavors. She recently promoted her new documentary Infinite Icon: A Visual Memoir, which premiered in theaters on January 30. The film chronicles her musical evolution from childhood aspirations through her club years to album releases and artistic reinvention.
Additionally, Hilton disclosed that she has been conversing with Britney Spears about potentially collaborating on 'fun music' together, indicating her ongoing creative partnerships alongside personal reconciliations.
The resolution between Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan represents a notable celebrity reconciliation, demonstrating how personal growth and shared experiences of motherhood can bridge even longstanding public divisions.
