Paris Hilton, the iconic reality star and heiress, is making headlines this Halloween — but not for the reasons she might have hoped. At 45, Hilton dressed up as Belle from Disney's "Beauty and the Beast," while her two young children were cast in supporting roles from the classic film. The choice has ignited a firestorm of criticism online, with many accusing her of stealing the spotlight from her kids.
Photos shared on social media show Hilton in a stunning golden gown, complete with Belle's signature updo, while her daughter was dressed as Mrs. Potts and her son as Chip. Fans were quick to point out the stark contrast between the main character and the supporting cast, and the backlash was immediate.
"making yourself the princess and your daughter mrs potts is craaaaazy 😭😭," one user wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. Another added, "Stealing spotlight from kids is next level narcissistic." The criticism continued with comments like, "Totally gross to use ur kids as accessories on Halloween. Diabolical."
Many commenters felt that the children should have been the stars of the family costume. "Cute but the kids should have been the stars here," one fan noted, while another said, "When the kid's costumes were just an after thought." The sentiment was echoed across social media platforms, with some questioning Hilton's parenting choices.
However, not everyone is joining the pile-on. A vocal group of supporters has come to Hilton's defense, arguing that adults are allowed to enjoy Halloween too. "Why's everyone hating? Adults deserve to have fun too. This is iconic!" one fan wrote. Another offered a logical defense: "For anyone complaining about the kid not being Belle, bro, Belle is the love interest of the beast I don't think it would be good for the bby to be Belle."
This isn't the first time a celebrity has faced scrutiny over Halloween costumes. Just last week, Carmen Electra stunned in a vampire look at 54, and fans were all praise. But the difference here seems to be the dynamic between parent and child. While some see Hilton's choice as playful and harmless, others view it as a symptom of a larger trend.
Hilton, who has been in the public eye since the early 2000s, is no stranger to controversy. But this time, the debate centers on family and the expectations we place on parents, especially mothers. Is it selfish to want to be the princess for a day, or are we overthinking a simple costume choice?
The conversation also touches on broader themes of celebrity culture and how we view family Halloween costumes. Some argue that the kids might not care who wears what, as long as they're having fun. Others insist that parents should prioritize their children's joy over their own Instagram aesthetics.
What do you make of her costume? Is the backlash warranted, or is it just another case of online outrage? Let us know in the comments below.
