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Paris Hilton Speaks Out After Hurtful Comments Target Her Infant Son: “This Is Not Okay”

Originally published in October 2023. Republished for renewed attention.

Paris Hilton is speaking candidly about the challenges of parenting in the public eye after facing hurtful online remarks about her 8-month-old son, Phoenix Barron. The media personality and entrepreneur took to Instagram to address the backlash that followed her sharing photos of Phoenix’s first trip to New York City—a moment she had hoped would be joyful and memorable.

Hilton, 42, welcomed Phoenix via surrogate on January 16, 2023, with husband Carter Reum. On October 19, she posted several images from their trip, only to be met with unkind comments about her child’s appearance. While some responses were supportive, others focused on Phoenix in a negative way—prompting Hilton to speak out.

In her Instagram statement, Hilton expressed how painful it was to see her child criticized. “Living life in the spotlight, comments are inevitable,” she wrote, “but targeting my child—or any child—is unacceptable.” She emphasized that while she’s grown used to receiving comments about herself, seeing her baby subjected to scrutiny was deeply upsetting.

Hilton also clarified that Phoenix is “perfectly healthy,” responding to speculation with a touch of humor by saying he “just has a large brain.” The remark was meant to dispel the rumors while reminding followers that no child should be the subject of mockery or judgment.

Her follow-up messages touched on the double standards mothers often face online. “If I don’t post my baby, people assume I’m not a good mother. If I do, there are some who feel entitled to make cruel and hateful remarks,” she wrote. Hilton went on to call Phoenix a “blessing” and described him as “adorable, healthy, and angelic.” She added that becoming a mother was one of her greatest dreams and that each day with her son reminds her of what truly matters.

In addition to standing up for her family, Hilton used the moment to call for a more compassionate culture online. “I hope we can all treat each other with a little more kindness and empathy,” she wrote. “It’s hard to understand how anyone could direct negativity toward a child.”

Hilton and Reum first introduced Phoenix to the world with a heartfelt image of her holding his tiny hand, captioned, “You are already loved beyond words 💙.” Since then, she’s leaned on her family for support, especially her parents, Kathy and Rick Hilton, and her sister Nicky, who she says have offered loving guidance as she navigates motherhood.

As Hilton continues to share glimpses of her personal journey, she remains committed to setting healthy boundaries and focusing on what matters most: her son’s well-being. Her recent experience serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy—especially when children are involved—and the need for a kinder, more respectful online community.