Birthday: September 21, 1981
Adopted by singer Lionel Richie, Nicole Richie grew up in privileged L.A. society, where her playmates included hotel heiress Paris Hilton. In 2003, the pair starred in the reality show, The Simple Life. After arrests and problems with drugs, Richie found herself in rehab.Often accused of being too thin, Richie became a style icon, with endless coverage of her shrinking frame. She continued working with Hilton although they famously fell out, but reconciled in 2006 before starring in their show's fifth season.The former wild child, who was previously engaged to Adam Goldstein (a.k.a. DJ AM), has become a domesticated goddess with rocker boyfriend Joel Madden. In January 2008, the couple welcomed daughter Harlow, who ''gives life a whole new meaning.''...
