Person

Person of New York

RICHARDS Kyle
RICHARDS Kyle
Subscribe to the person
RICHARDS Kyle

RICHARDS
Kyle

American actress

Connections 6 + 4

Content

Biography

Kyle Egan Richards Umansky is an American actress, television personality, socialite, memoirist, and philanthropist. She began her career as a child actress, appearing in a recurring role on Little House on the Prairie and in several horror films. Since 2010, she has appeared as a main cast member on the Bravo reality television series The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and is the last remaining original cast member.

Her journey from a child star in 1970s Hollywood to the anchor of one of reality television's most successful franchises is a testament to her resilience and business acumen. From sharing the screen with icons like Jamie Lee Curtis to navigating the complexities of a very public separation, Richards has remained a constant presence in the entertainment landscape. She has expertly leveraged her reality TV fame into a multifaceted empire that includes producing, fashion, and real estate, all while raising a family in the spotlight. Today, she stands as the last remaining original housewife of the Beverly Hills franchise, a matriarch in the truest sense of the word, and a symbol of enduring relevance in an ever-changing industry.

Early Life and Acting Career

Kyle Richards was born on January 11, 1969, in Los Angeles, California, to Kathleen Mary Richards and Kenneth Edwin Richards. She grew up in a family deeply entrenched in Hollywood. She is the sister of fellow reality star Kim Richards and the half-sister of socialite Kathy Hilton, making her the aunt of heiresses Paris and Nicky Hilton. Richards' early life was centered in Hollywood, and she began her career as a child actress in the 1970s.

Richards made her credited acting debut at the age of five with a guest appearance on the television series Police Woman in 1974. She quickly landed a series of notable roles, including a part in the 1975 Disney film Escape to Witch Mountain, where she played a younger version of her sister Kim Richards' character.

She is perhaps best known for her childhood role as Lindsey Wallace in the 1978 horror classic Halloween, starring alongside Jamie Lee Curtis. She also appeared in other horror films, including The Car (1977), Eaten Alive (1977), and The Watcher in the Woods (1980). Richards had a recurring role on the iconic series Little House on the Prairie, appearing in 18 episodes between 1975 and 1982. Throughout the 1980s, she continued acting in television series like CHiPs and Down to Earth, in which she appeared in 106 episodes.

«In a town full of phonies, I'm not afraid to be me.» — Kyle Richards.

The Real Housewives and Producing Career

Richards' profile rose significantly in 2010 when she joined the original cast of Bravo's The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. As of 2023, she is the last remaining original cast member of the series. Her life on the show, including her relationships with her sisters and the ups and downs of her personal life, has been a central focus of the series for over a decade.

Beyond reality TV, Richards has worked as a producer. She created and served as co-executive producer of American Woman, a limited series on the Paramount Network loosely based on her own childhood. She has also returned to her acting roots in recent years, reprising her role as Lindsey Wallace in Halloween Kills (2021) and Halloween Ends (2022). In 2024, she signed with the Creative Artists Agency (CAA) to expand her acting and producing career. She has also started her own production company, House of 18.

«You wanna get a Manolo in your eyeball?» — Kyle Richards.

Awards and Recognition

Richards has been recognized for her influence in the entertainment industry. She was named to Variety's 2023 list of the "40 Most Powerful Women on Reality TV". According to multiple sources, she has an estimated net worth of $100 million. Her wealth is derived from her acting career, significant Bravo earnings, real estate investments, and her joint fortune with her husband Mauricio Umansky, whose luxury brokerage The Agency contributed greatly to their net worth.

Famous Friends and Acquaintances

Richards' closest friendships include her 40-year bond with Jamie Lee Curtis, forged on the set of Halloween when Richards was just eight years old. She also maintains a tight inner circle with Faye Resnick and Kris Jenner, who have been constants in her life for decades. Among the Bravo universe, she shares a famously close relationship with executive producer Andy Cohen, having made 36 appearances on his talk show. In recent years, she has formed a highly publicized close friendship with country singer Morgan Wade, describing her as "absolutely one of my best friends in the world." Richards is also close with fellow RHOBH cast member Erika Jayne and former cast member Teddi Mellencamp Arroyave, whom she considers one of her best friends. Other notable friendships include Alicia Silverstone, Lisa Rinna, Adrienne Maloof, and television host Justin Sylvester.

«In Beverly Hills you can be anything, but it's most important to be yourself.» — Kyle Richards.

Personal Life

Richards has been married twice. She married her first husband, Guraish Aldjufrie, in 1988. They welcomed a daughter, Farrah Brittany (born 1988), before their divorce in 1992. She later married real estate mogul Mauricio Umansky in 1996. Together, they have three daughters: Alexia (born 1996), Sophia (born 2000), and Portia (born 2008). In July 2023, PEOPLE confirmed that Richards and Umansky had separated after 27 years of marriage. As of 2026, they have not legally filed for divorce but are living separately. Richards has stated that she is currently single and focusing on her career, though she hopes to get married again one day.

«Not the most expensive thing is the best thing. That's for sure. I've learned that the hard way.» — Kyle Richards.

Interesting Facts

  1. Richards is the aunt of socialites Paris Hilton and Nicky Hilton through her half-sister, Kathy Hilton.
  2. She had nightmares after watching Halloween and had to sleep with her mom until she was 15.
  3. Richards was a contestant on The New Celebrity Apprentice, playing for the Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
  4. She published a memoir about her experiences as a reality TV star, titled Life Is Not a Reality Show (2011).
  5. As of 2026, Richards is the only original cast member left on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

Rating GlobalNY.biz

Mentions in the news View all

Mentioned together View all

Born in one day View all

Astrological profile CALCULATE

Date of Birth 11 January 1969
Age 57 years old
Capricorn Zodiac sign Capricorn Capricorn - proud and independent Capricorns in themselves are quite an energetic sign, but, nevertheless, passive, therefore they spend themselves on chasing something big, but rather try to keep what they already have. We are talking here not only…
Rooster Chinese horoscope Rooster Rooster - victories and achievements People born in the years of the Rooster are distinguished by straightforwardness and aggressiveness. They are harsh, not shy either in expressions or in actions. What they think is what they say, what is on their…
Bear Slavic horoscope Bear The Bear chertog in the Svarog circle carries a distinct rhythm of character, totem strength, and life task. People born in this hall often recognize themselves through ties to nature, kin, and patronage.
Amun-Ra Egyptian horoscope Amun-Ra The Egyptian sign of Amun-Ra reflects divine patronage and a particular season of character in the ancient calendar. People born under this deity often feel motives early and carry a recognizable moral gravity.
Birch Druid horoscope Birch The Birch is the Celtic sign of renewal, honest beginnings and quiet resilience. Born between 24 December and 20 January, Birch people often lead fresh starts and help others begin again.
Dhanu Indian horoscope Dhanu The Vedic rashi Dhanu carries a sidereal rhythm of Jyotish — temperament, dharma leanings, and the ruling graha color how a person acts and chooses.
Thistle Flower horoscope Thistle The flower talisman Thistle reflects character through nature’s calendar — sensitivity, aesthetic sense, and seasonal rhythm shape daily choices.
Capricorn — 3rd decan Decan horoscope Capricorn — 3rd decan Born in the Capricorn — 3rd decan period, people often show a sharper flavor of their sign: faster or slower, bolder or more reflective, yet always recognizable by birth date.

This day is celebrated: Parity at Work Day

Horoscope Capricorn: horoscope for today, horoscope for tomorrow, horoscope for week, horoscope for month, horoscope for year, 摩羯座 星座运势, tử vi ma kết, ดูดวง มังกร

Days left until next birthday: 95 Days.

Profile statistic

mentions
views

Quotes

All

Matthew Lillard Says Cult Fame Still Has Not Won Hollywood’s Trust

LILLARD Matthew
LILLARD Matthew

I still fight for jobs now

Sebastian Stan Finds a Different Meaning in Fjord After Becoming a Father

STAN Sebastian
STAN Sebastian

What would you do in that situation?

Taylor Swift Turns Friendship Into the Night’s Biggest Joke With Dakota Johnson

SWIFT Taylor
SWIFT Taylor

I’m not your therapist, actually.

Broadway Builds Dolly Parton’s Story Across Three Generations

EBERT Gabriel
EBERT Gabriel

If Dolly’s legacy is anything, it involves joy.

New York Salutes Buddy Guy at Star-Filled Blues Celebration

GUY George
GUY George

This is the greatest day I ever had in my life.

Buy this ad slot 240×400 slot is free Write →

Events

All

Day of Peaceful Communication 7 October

Everyone in the world celebrates the Day of Peaceful Communication on October 7. The day is to help people and governments solve problems without figh ...

Read more >