Paris Hilton Explains Why Her Toddler Wore a Teacup Costume

Two-year-old London Hilton wanted to be a teacup. That is the explanation her mother, Paris Hilton, offered to defend a family Halloween photoshoot that sparked a wave of online criticism. The controversy centered on the specific characters the family chose from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.

Hilton, 45, dressed as Princess Belle in a yellow ballgown for the event. Her husband, Carter Reum, portrayed the Beast, wearing a blue suit and a furry mask. The family’s three-year-old son, Phoenix, appeared as Lumiere, the candelabra character. London completed the group as Chip, the chipped teacup.

Social media users quickly questioned the dynamic. One Instagram commenter called the choice "next level narcissistic," arguing that Hilton stole the spotlight from her children. Another user asked when the kids would get to be the main character. A third suggested the adults should have taken supporting roles instead, noting that it is a holiday for children.

Hilton responded to the comments directly. She stated that Beauty and the Beast is one of her children’s favorite movies. She clarified that London specifically requested to dress up as Chip because it was her favorite character in the film. Hilton said the decision was not an elaborate scheme to remain the most glamorous figure in the portrait.

Many of Hilton’s followers pushed back against the critics. One commenter noted that Hilton takes these photoshoots every year and asked why the public was so upset. Another fan declared the costume lineup the best version of the story for the holiday.

The debate highlights a recurring tension in celebrity parenting. Critics often argue that parents should let children be the stars of the show. Supporters counter that the costumes reflect the children’s own preferences. In this instance, the two-year-old chose the accessory over the princess.