Nicky Hilton
Nicholai Olivia "Nicky" Hilton Rothschild (Hilton; born October 5, 1983) is an American socialite, fashion designer and model. She is a member of the Hilton family by birth and of the Rothschild family following her 2015 marriage to James Rothschild, a grandson of Victor Rothschild, 3rd Baron Rothschild. Hilton is the younger sister of Paris Hilton.
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Nicky Hilton

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- Name
- Nicky Hilton
- Birth Name
- Nicholai Olivia Hilton
- Born
- 5 October 1983
- Birthplace
- New York City, U.S.
- Occupation
- * Socialite
- Nationality
- United States
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Nicholai Olivia "Nicky" Hilton Rothschild (Hilton; born October 5, 1983) is an American socialite, fashion designer and model. She is a member of the Hilton family by birth and of the Rothschild family following her 2015 marriage to James Rothschild, a grandson of Victor Rothschild, 3rd Baron Rothschild. Hilton is the younger sister of Paris Hilton.
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Key facts
Key facts
• Name — Nicky Hilton • Birth Name — Nicholai Olivia Hilton • Born — 5 October 1983 • Birthplace — New York City, U.S. • Occupation — * Socialite • fashion designer • model • Years Active — 1992–present • Father — Richard Hilton • Mother — Kathy Hilton • Relatives — * Hilton family • Rothschild family (by marriage) • Website — nickyhilton.com • Children — 3
Early life
Early life
Hilton was born on October 5, 1983, in New York City to Richard Hilton and Kathy Hilton (née Avanzino). She was raised in Los Angeles Hilton was named after her granduncle, Conrad "Nicky" Hilton Jr. Her siblings are Paris Hilton (born 1981), Barron Hilton II (born 1989), and Conrad Hughes Hilton (born 1994). Hilton was raised Catholic. Hilton graduated from Convent of the Sacred Heart, an all-girls Catholic school on the Upper East Side, in 2001. She took courses at Fashion Institute of Technology and Parsons The New School for Design without earning a degree.
Fashion design
Fashion design
In 2004, Hilton launched her own clothing line. She also designed a line of handbags for Japanese company Samantha Thavasa. In 2007, she started her second line, Nicholai, at a higher price point. Nicholai held its fashion show for the spring/summer 2008 season on September 9, 2007, in New York City during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. In 2014, Hilton launched a 10-piece collection with eLuxe. In 2010, Hilton launched an Art Deco–inspired fashion jewelry line, followed by a classic-style handbag capsule collection with Linea Pelle in 2015. In 2017, Hilton partnered with Tolani on a Mommy and Me collection followed by a travel-inspired line in 2019, and also launched her first footwear collection, Nicky Hilton x French Sole, that same year. In October 2024, she partnered with Australian designer Rebecca Vallance on a fashion collection called "The Nicky Hilton for Rebecca Vallance Holiday Collection.” This unveiling was launched alongside her 41st birthday celebration. On June 24, 2025, Hilton launched Theo Grace, her first fine jewelry line named after her daughters and focused on customizable pieces, debuting at the SeaGlass Carousel with backing from the Tenen Group.
Modeling
Modeling
In 2005, Hilton was the face of Australian underwear line Antz Pantz alongside Kimberly Stewart. Stewart remains contracted, but Hilton has been replaced by Australian model Megan Maitland. Around this time, Hilton modeled for the cover of Lucire for its New Zealand and Romanian editions.
Other ventures
Other ventures
• Illustration — Hilton in September 2010 In 2006, Hilton entered a partnership to open two Nicky O Hotels, the first in Miami and the second in Chicago. That same year, she sued her partner in Federal Court in Los Angeles for damages and to seek an injunction against his use of the name. On February 12, 2007, Hilton was sued for breach of contract by her partners. In 2014, she published her first book, 365 Style, published by Harlequin, a subsidiary of HarperCollins. In 2015, Hilton collaborated with Smashbox, the cosmetic brand owned by Estée Lauder Companies, to create a cosmetic line consisting of three limited-edition cat-inspired makeup kits.
Theo Grace
Theo Grace
Theo Grace (formerly MYKA) is a jewelry line co-founded by Nicky Hilton. It operates in more than 30 countries and produces custom necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings. Theo Grace was originally launched as MyNameNecklace in 2006, but was renamed as MYKA in 2021. It was renamed as Theo Grace again in 2025. The name combines co-founder Nicky Hilton's daughters’ names, Theodora and Lily Grace. Theo Grace offers customizable fine jewelry in sterling silver, gold vermeil, and diamond-studded styles. Styles include name necklaces, initial pendants, birthstone, and diamond jewelry. Nicky Hilton x Theo Grace – Charmed Collection contains signature pieces curated by Hilton. Theo Grace also incorporates lab-grown diamonds in select pieces.
Personal life
Personal life
At 2:30 a.m. on August 15, 2004, Hilton married childhood friend and businessman Todd Meister at the Vegas Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The marriage was annulled less than three months later, with Hilton and Meister explaining they traveled apart often and had married "on a whim". In 2011, Hilton began dating financier James Rothschild, a member of the Rothschild family and only son of Amschel Rothschild. On August 12, 2014, Hilton became engaged to Rothschild. They were married on July 10, 2015, in London, England. They have three children.
Identity and origins
Identity and origins
The authorities additionally record the headings Nicholai Olivia Hilton and Nicholai Olivia Rothschild. Her recorded language was English. She was the child of Richard Hilton and Kathy Hilton. She married James Rothschild and Todd Andrew Meister. 2 children are recorded: Lily-Grace Rothschild and Teddy Marilyn Rothschild.

Model and socialite Nicky Hilton, one of the heirs to the Hilton hotel fortune. Nicky Hilton
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Nicky Hilton in Studded Christian Louboutin.
Christopher Macsurak · Flickr: Nicky Hilton in Studded Christian Louboutin
Life and career
Dated record
Life and career
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1983
Nicky Hilton born at New York City.
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- 1.Nicky Hilton official site. Meet Nicky.
- 2.Glamourmagazine.co.uk. Nicky Hilton.
- 3.McRady, Rachel. Nicky Hilton Changes Her Name on Instagram, Meets Monkey on Honeymoon!. Us Weekly. July 16, 2015.
- 4.Elizabeth, J. Randy Taraborrelli. Page 94. August 2006.
- 5.Paris & Nicky Hilton – [Jan-2003] – interview. YouTube. April 22, 2007.
- 6."Nicky Hilton Plans Fashion Jewelry Line" . Accessories Magazine. July 20, 2010.
- 7."PARSONS GALA FULL OF PROMISE" . Elle. May 2012.
- 8.Kidzworld.com. Celebrity Fashion Lines – Nicky Hilton. Kidzworld.
- 9."Paris Hilton's Sis Shows Her Sexy Side". CBS. February 11, 2009
- 10.Nicky Hilton to Roll Out eLuxe Line. Women's Wear Daily. September 22, 2014.
- 11.Nicky Hilton Debuts Fall 2015 Capsule Collection with Linea Pelle: Designer Talks Handbags, Wedding Plans and More in EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW. Fashion Times. February 26, 2015.
- 12.Accessories News: Nicky Hilton to Launch Jewelry Line. ELLE. August 16, 2010.
- 13.Pregnant Nicky Hilton Rothschild Announces New 'Mommy + Me' Clothing Line with Tolani. People. August 14, 2017.
- 14.Nicky Hilton Shows Off New Summer-Inspired Clothing Collection at Fashion Week. E News. February 8, 2019.
- 15.Nicky Hilton Collaborates With French Sole on a Line of Comfortable Classic Shoes. FootwearNews. February 4, 2019.
- 16.Nicky Hilton hosts fashion launch in her incredible New York penthouse. HelloMagazine. September 9, 2019.
- 17.Ginsberg, Merle. Nicky Hilton Blows Out Some Candles (And Sells Some Minis). The Hollywood Reporter. 2024-10-11.
- 18.Teti, Julia. Nicky and Paris Hilton Keep Fire and Ice Streak Going in Coordinating Holiday Party Dresses and More Looks From the Nicky Hilton for Rebecca Vallance Holiday Collection Party. WWD. 2024-10-07.
- 19.Latos, Hillary. Nicky Hilton Launches Theo Grace: A New Chapter in Personalized Jewelry. Resident Magazine.
- 20.Antz Pantz. Holeproof Antz Pantz. November 27, 2005.
- 21.Nicky Hilton, Kimberly Stewart, Nathan Sapsford – Antz Pantz IT Girl Search – Photo. Life. September 28, 2005.
- 22.Brad Batory. Lucire Fashion: Making of a heiress: Lucire's cover girl, Nicky Hilton, as produced by Brad Batory of Indashio – The global fashion magazine. Lucire.com.
- 23.Nicky Hilton Sues Over Hotel. Contactmusic.com.
- 24.Hotel-online.com. Hotel Developer Robert Falor Suing Nicky Hilton; Alleges Breach of Contract and Deceptive Business Practices / February 2007. February 13, 2007.
- 25.Nicky Hilton Has a Seriously Cute New Project (Cat Lovers, Prepare to Freak!). PEOPLE.com.
- 26.Manso, James. Nicky Hilton Rothschild Is Breaking Into the Jewelry Business. June 23, 2025.
- 27.Nicky Hilton celebrates love and connection with Theo Grace. September 2, 2025.
- 28.Latos, Hillary. Nicky Hilton Launches Theo Grace: A Personalized Jewelry Collection Inspired by Love, Legacy, and Everyday Moments. Resident Magazine.
- 29.Nicky Hilton Can Now Add Jewelry Designer To Her Resume. The Zoe Report. June 24, 2025.
- 30.Nicky Hilton Launches New Jewelry Brand “Theo Grace” Inspired by Personal Connection and Customization – Oui Speak Fashion (OSF). June 23, 2025.
- 31.Meet Theo Grace: Nicky Hilton’s Love Letter. No Alibi Magazine.
- 32.The Charmed Collection: Personalized Jewelry by Theo Grace (Formerly MYKA) x Nicky Hilton. Theo Grace.
- 33.Lab Diamond Necklaces & Pendants - Theo Grace (Formerly MYKA). Theo Grace.
- 34.Nicky's Vegas Surprise , People, August 19, 2004. Retrieved December 17, 2021.
- 35.Lehner, Marla. Nicky Hilton Gets Marriage Annulled , People, November 9, 2004. Retrieved December 17, 2021.
- 36."The Rothschild Archive: James Amschel Victor Rothschild (1985–)". The Rothschild Archive.
- 37.Lee, Esther. Nicky Hilton Is Engaged to Banking Heir James Rothschild!. Us Weekly. August 12, 2014.
- 38.Susannah Butter and Phoebe Luckhurst. Nicky Hilton and James Rothschild's trillion dollar wedding at Kensington Palace: the guests, the flowers and Lionel's star turn. London Evening Standard. July 10, 2015.
- 39.Angela Andaloro. Nicky Hilton Welcomes a Baby Boy with Husband James Rothschild: 'Officially a Party of Five!'. Yahoo.com. July 5, 2022.
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