Paris Hilton Fiercely Defends Her Baby Boy: A Mother’s Love in the Face of Online Cruelty

Nearly all of Paris Hilton’s life has been spent in front of cameras. Driving from one reality show to the next while also keeping pace on the red carpet has meant having to handle the sharp attention of the press and curious fans.

However, nothing she went through during her successful years—not stardom and not her business success—could keep her from the emotional pain of facing the harsh responses motherhood can bring on the Internet.

In a January statement, Paris said her son Phoenix Barron Hilton Reum had been born through a surrogate. The moment was as good for Paris as it could possibly be.

She was excited about motherhood for years and Phoenix ended up being a new journey for her and, for her, it was very meaningful, marked by healing, hope and love.

With nursery snaps, tiny baby clothes, quiet tunes and sweet captions, she gave fans a glimpse into her happy home life, even if her famous life seemed so different.

The social media environment hardly ever misses its opportunity to transform joy. Once first photos of Phoenix began to appear, internet users paid close attention to the boy’s features.

It was shockingly precise—mentions of his head size, deceptive questions about his care and uncheckable speculation on his health. A fun moment meant to celebrate Paul’s innocence turned into a place where folks only gave him insults, made fun of him and gave him unwanted medical advice.

Paris, whose image is neatly controlled, did not keep quiet.

On her Instagram Story, she shared several emotional messages about the rising hate she receives online. “Being part of the entertainment industry isn’t always easy,” Taylor said. What I object to is aiming illegal immigration laws at children, as that is simply cruel.

It was obvious to me that her tone was motherly—she was both nurturing, determined and in significant pain. “Words fail to describe how hurt I feel right now,” she added. Phoenix is fit, pretty and very sweet. He has helped me see the good in every situation I’m in.

It was her demand for courtesy that captured attention above everything else. The city has often been seen as something positive. The queen of “sliving” has been focused on empowerment lately, routinely talking about moving past her unpleasant experiences in residential treatment as a teen.

I think becoming a mother has helped Drew focus even more on living honestly and with intention. If there are no photos of my baby, some people assume I’m not a good mother. When I do, they become vicious. It looks like there is no satisfactory answer,” she said sadly.

In a statement, Paris outlined a problem that resonates with many parents, wealthy or not. The popularity of the internet means we have space to mark our achievements while also facing harsh comments. There is much greater tension for celebrities who become parents. Many parents who have worry about being judged have looked to Paris for support.

Yet, through all the attention, it was impossible to ignore: Paris Hilton’s son is a child who simply needs safety, privacy and love. Having a huge follower base does not give the public permission to take away a baby’s dignity.

Having spoken out against the cruelty, Paris was not only looking after her son—she was setting a boundary for how children are talked about in public.

She continued to share that motherhood had made her view things differently than before. When I’m with Phoenix, I am reminded constantly of the most important things in life. The bond between us is special as I watch how innocent he is, how he laughs and the way his eyes light up during my singing, it’s all I need now.

She was surprised that anyone could lash out at something so pure. How can some people just not care about others? I hope being kind to one another becomes easier for each of us.

I could relate to her words because they were genuine. Fans took to her page to offer her their encouragement. A number of fellow celebrities offered words of comfort. Many parents took to forums to discuss virtual manners,

limits and how hard it can be to stand up for their child to strangers. By standing up, Paris made us question the kinds of statements we make online about mothers and children.

Paris Hilton has remade herself before. What started with her being named the “It Girl” in the early 2000s has led her to give back, start her own businesses and now shield her son from anything that might harm him.

By doing this—addressing online bullies and sharing her emotions—Paris became, in this moment, a representative for all the mothers facing fame, romance and hurts in life.

The noise won’t last for long. There’s nothing you can do to stop the trolls; in time, they will just move on. Even so, Paris holding her son and protecting him from online pain with such strength will be something I will never forget.

Since people can feel a shortage of kindness, Paris Hilton decided that her son will know and feel love, rather than judgment. Because of this, she’s thriving and not just sliving.