Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"We were just like, we didn't even choose it. It just happened. (laughing) And then all of a sudden, like, we were back in and we were like, okay, is it true that you guys had your first kiss at the same party?" — Nicole Richie
"We didn't know we were flying like, even on the jet flying over there, they didn't tell us. We were just like, we didn't know until we landed." — Paris Hilton
"The media was just so toxic and they loved starting feuds between people because obviously that sold tabloids. So it was mostly just the media just spinning things and creating drama that didn't even exist." — Nicole Richie
The episode features an engaging conversation between host Alex Cooper and iconic childhood best friends Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton. They delve into their shared history, recalling their inseparable bond from the age of two, attending the same schools, and participating in joint extracurricular activities. The discussion highlights their surprisingly strict upbringings, their unique approach to early dating experiences, and how their parents' rules shaped their formative years. They also touch upon their respective reputations growing up – Nicole as the "class clown" and Paris as the "sweet, darling angel."
A significant portion of the interview focuses on their enduring friendship and individual paths to stardom, particularly their groundbreaking reality show, "The Simple Life." They recount the show's unconventional pitching and filming process, emphasizing how little they knew about the locations and challenges they would face. The conversation addresses the media's role in creating narratives of feud and separation between them during the show's run, and how they have since navigated a deeper, more communicative friendship. Their reflections on handling paparazzi, dealing with heartbreak, and the evolution of their personal lives as mothers add depth to their shared experiences.
The interview culminates with discussions about the upcoming "Simple Life" reunion special, their creative process for a childhood song, and the lasting legacy of their influential careers. They share anecdotes about their unique ways of navigating social situations and the public eye, including a memorable story involving wheeled shoes and a pet python. The episode underscores the strength of their bond, highlighting how they have supported each other through personal milestones and public challenges, demonstrating a mature and affectionate friendship.