Treating herself to an evening of culture, Paris Hilton was spotted hitting an art show in West Hollywood last night (January 14).

The “Simple Life” starlet was unusually camera-shy as she waited for the valet to retrieve her car, sporting a black and white minidress with black stockings and black heels.



And much like many of her fellow celebrities, Paris is stepping up to make a difference for earthquake victims in Haiti.

Paris took to her Twitter page to encourage her followers to submit text message donations to the Red Cross’s relief efforts.

Still looking distraught over the death of her childhood friend, Casey Johson, a somber Paris Hilton was spotted out in Beverly Hills, CA.

The blonde heiress looked cute in a dress with tights and heels while she made her way past the swarming paparazzi into an office building.



In related news, on Wednesday, Ms Hilton spent the entire day shooting a commercial and photo shoot, all the while keeping her followers up to date with several tweets.

Paris is also among the many celebrities encouraging everyone to help Haiti by donating to the relief fund via text message.

She’s not exactly known for longstanding relationships, but Paris Hilton says she’s looking to change that aspect of her life in 2010. Paris told the press that she’s finally ready to settle down and hopes to move towards marriage with her boyfriend Doug Reinhardt. Miss Hilton explained, “We’ve been together a year now and never spend a night apart. He’s truly become my best friend. He makes me feel like a princess every day.” She continued, “I wouldn’t rule out a wedding in 2010. With how amazing everything is going between us, I see a very bright and happy future.”

The “Simple Life” costars headed over to Nicky Hilton’s Los Angeles residence to join others in remembering their gal pal who passed away earlier this week.



Johnson will be laid to rest in a private funeral service where only immediate family will be permitted to attend.

A rep for the family stated, “The Johnson family wishes to thank everyone who has expressed condolences and support during this trying time. Your thoughts and prayers are deeply appreciated. The family asks for a measure of privacy over the next several days as they mourn their loss.”

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Paris Hilton broke out some of her old modeling poses in Aspen, where she was dressed practically head-to-toe in her polar whites.



Paris, who spent her holidays with Doug and the fam in the snowy city even let a young fan get in on the fun, showing her how to work it in front of the paps.

Paris Hilton is mourning the loss of her "longtime friend" and fellow heiress, Casey Johnson.

"I feel so sad right now, my heart is in pain," Paris writes on her Twitter page after learning of Casey's death. "Just lost a longtime friend. My heart goes out to her family. R.I.P. Casey Johnson Love you :("

The Johnson family has been friends with the Hilton family since before Paris and Casey were born. Paris' sister Nicky is godmother to Casey's daughter Ava, 3.

Hilton continues, "In bed crying, looking at baby pictures of Casey, Nicky and I. I feel so upset. I feel like I've lost a sister. My heart is broken. Miss her."

Johnson was originally asked by Hilton to co-star in the reality series, "The Simple Life." Johnson turned it down, so the role went to Paris' other pal, Nicole Richie. In 2006, Casey told Vanity Fair that her decision to pass on the role was "the stupidest mistake of my life". She added, "I kick myself in the butt every day."

Paris concludes her Twitter posts with, "God has another Angel by his side. Casey, we all Love and Miss you and know that you are in a better place. R.I.P."

Everyone at ParisHiltonJustMe are deeply saddened by your the loss of Casey and our condolences her family, friends and loved ones. Rip. 

Paris Hilton is reportedly in trouble after a shoe company alleged that she had copied their design for her own line of footwear.

Executives at New York-based firm Gwyneth Shoes are suing Hilton for trademark and patent infringement, according to documents filed last week, reports dailsystar.com

Hilton has been accused of stealing the idea to include a heart-shaped pad on her heels' insoles, a design the brand's bosses claim they filed to patent in 2007.

The heiress released the range in question in February 2008.

Now attorneys for Gwyneth Shoes are demanding that Hilton must hand over every pair of shoes that feature the pink heart.

They finally caught that big group of kids who were robbing celebrities' homes, but all trouble is not over for celebrities. Paris Hilton may be resting easy now that her thief has been caught, but sister Nicky Hilton just had her house robbed!

I can't help but wonder if this thief is part of the original group and somehow got away. Or if it's a copycat thief. I mean, that group of kids really showed everyone how easy it is to rob celebrities' houses. It's got to be putting ideas into everyone's heads!

Paris Hilton was extremely distraught by her sister's break-in. She reported it on Twitter, "Her house just got robbed. So messed up. I HATE people who steal! It's so wrong! I hope they catch whoever did this! There has been so many robberies lately. So scary!"

Yes, Paris, we hate people who steal too. Paris was pretty annoyed that it took the cops so long to get to Nicky's house too.

Poor Nicky had her laptop and Lalique crystal collection stolen. That really sucks, but we're pretty sure she'll be able to replace them without too much of a problem! And at least her cats were unharmed. Paris reported,

"The cops finally just got to Nicky's house. She thought her cats escaped in the robbery but she just found them under the bed. Thank God."

Hopefully this thief or thieves will be caught soon and Hollywood can rest. But until then, celebs should make sure their doors are locked and their houses are secure.