Paris Hilton Claps Back at Criticism of Baby Boy Phoenix’s Appearance

Paris Hilton is in mama bear mode. 

The socialite condemned online trolls who left unkind comments about her and husband Carter Reum's 8-month-old son Phoenix and the size of his head on her recent Instagram post.

"Living life in the spotlight, comments are inevitable," Paris wrote on her Instagram Story Oct. 23, "but targeting my child, or anyone else's for that matter is unacceptable."

"This hurts my heart more deeply than words can describe," she continued alongside a broken heart emoji. "I've worked hard to cultivate an environment that is all about love, respect, and acceptance, and I expect the same in return."

And in her heartfelt message, the 42-year-old reflected on feeling like she's in an unwinnable position when it comes to sharing her life with fans.

"If I don't post my baby, people assume I'm not a great mother," she explained, "and if I do post him there are some people who are cruel and hateful. I'm a proud working mom and my baby is perfectly healthy, adorable and angelic."

But at the end of the day, the "Stars are Blind" singer is more focused on raising her baby boy than trying to please her critics.

Paris added, "Every day with him is a reminder of what truly matters. It's hard to fathom that there are people in this world who would target such innocence. I hope that people can treat one another with more kindness and empathy."

But Paris isn't the only one pointing out the nasty comments on her Oct. 19 post, which saw her and Phoenix posing together during what she revealed was his first trip to New York City. One fan even compiled a TikTok of the comments on her post, prompting The Simple Life alum to weigh in.

"There are some sick people in this world," she wrote, per TMZ. "My angel is perfectly healthy."

She added, "And yes, of course he has been to a doctor, he just has a large brain."

But aside from occasionally calling out her haters, Paris has been busy basking in her new favorite role with Carter by her side.

"It's been such a special time," she recently told E! News. "My little baby boy is my world and he's made my life feel so complete. My husband is just the sweetest, kindest, most loyal and loving partner—just my everything."

And for a total Paris and Carter romance rewind, keep reading.

The world-famous socialite and her new boo ring in their first Christmas together with a trip to his Michigan hometown in 2019. 

From the start, Paris says she saw something special in Carter.

"I feel so blessed to have found the love of my life at the perfect time," she raves. "He is everything I have ever hoped and dreamed of. Loyal, kind, romantic, handsome, thoughtful, caring, brilliant and perfect for me in every way. I truly believe that everything in life happens for a reason and that we were always meant to be."

The duo jets off to Yellowstone National Park in February 2020.

Paris believes she and Carter are soulmates for life, sharing, "I've heard of twin flames before but I never believed in them 'till I met Carter. He is definitely my twin flame, my best friend, my other half and I can't wait for our future and to spend the rest of our lives together."

The entrepreneur flashes his leading lady a smile as they ride a ski lift in Yellowstone

They say opposites attract, but not in the case of Paris and Carter's love story. "We are both Aquarius, so we are alike in so many ways," she shares. "I love everything about him."

In August, the lovebirds take to the high seas for this Kodak moment. 

What makes Carter stand out from Paris' previous Prince Charming's? As she puts it, "This is the first time in my life where I am with my equal. He wants nothing from me but my love. It's such an incredible feeling to know that. And this is the first time in my life where I have let down my walls and opened my heart to someone."

 

As the fall season approaches, the couple heads to Utah for a romantic getaway. 

Carter showers Paris with gifts, including an adorable dog she named Slivington.

"She is so exotic and has the most stunning baby blue eyes and the cutest personality," the star describes. "I love that he is an animal lover like me."

In November, Paris and Carter celebrate their one-year anniversary with a lavish trip to Bora Bora. 

Calling Bora Bora "one of my favorite places in the world," Paris gushes, "We had the best time together, going on adventures, water skiing, swimming with sharks, turtles and all the beautiful sea life, wakeboarding, jet skiing and swimming in the beautiful warm turquoise waters. He always loves to surprise me. He makes me feel like a princess everyday. I feel like the luckiest girl in the world."

And the award for Best Instagram Boyfriend goes to Carter!

Paris says her man surprised her with "the most beautiful diamond bracelet" for their anniversary. "I was so happy I cried when I read the card and opened up the gift box and saw the gorgeous sparkling bracelet," she adds. "I love it so much and will treasure it forever."

Over the 2020 Thanksgiving holiday, Paris spends time with Carter's family at the Montage Hotel in Laguna Beach, Calif.

"I love how close his family is," she says. "They are such kind and genuine people. We all always have the best time together and it's so nice to spend so much time together."

Mwah! 

Paris' 2020 documentary explored her troubled childhood, an aspect of her personal life that she says impacted her romantic relationships. 

"After what I have been through in life, I was very protective of my heart and letting people in," she explains. "But with Carter it all just happened so naturally—like he was the one I had waited my whole life for. So I'm so happy that I was patient and waited for The One."

Despite such a "crazy and scary" year due to the pandemic, Paris says, "I always try and see the silver lining in everything, and I am so grateful to have had Carter in my life. I can't imagine being single and alone during all this."

"Plus, it brought us even closer being able to spend 24/7 together," she continues. "I'm used to traveling all around the world over 250 days a year, so this is the first time I've been in one place. Carter and I always say to each other that being together like this has literally been like being in a five-year relationship. I've never felt closer to a person in my life."

After getting engaged in February 2021, the couple exchanged vows that November. 

"I finally got to kiss my Prince and begin the happily ever after I've been dreaming of since I was a little girl," Paris wrote on her website. "It was a true fairytale wedding."

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