Reality Star Kathy Hilton Shares Harrowing Burglary Experience

In a candid revelation at The Hollywood Reporter’s 2025 Women in Entertainment Gala, Kathy Hilton, the beloved 66-year-old star of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” recounted the terrifying home invasion that occurred at her residence last month. The break-in happened while Hilton was away at BravoCon 2025 in Las Vegas, leaving her husband Rick to confront the intruders alone. “They came in, broke the glass and it was raining, and our security guy was down at the guest house,” Hilton explained to Extra during the December 3rd event. The frightening incident began when Rick, 70, heard the sound of shattering glass. In a moment of quick thinking and bravery, he retrieved a shotgun as three individuals forced their way into the master bedroom. According to Kathy, Rick confronted them with stern words, telling them to “Get the f*** out of here. The police are on their way.” The confrontation escalated when their security guard arrived at the scene, causing the intruders to flee while Rick fired warning shots into the air from his office.

Following the unsettling invasion on November 15th, the Hilton residence has been placed under heightened security measures. Kathy noted that the home’s security system is now so sensitive that “if you touch anything… the whole house went off,” as happened when a visitor named Carol entered the home. Despite the traumatic experience, Kathy reassured concerned fans that her husband is doing “good” in the aftermath. While TMZ reported the break-in, details remain unclear about whether anything was stolen from the Hilton home. What makes this incident particularly concerning is that it wasn’t isolated – fellow “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Sutton Stracke’s home was also burglarized earlier that same day. According to records obtained by Us Weekly, Stracke’s dog walker discovered an open window and called 911 around 11:54 a.m., prompting police to respond and file a report.

Stracke, 54, later shared details about her burglary in a statement to Us Weekly. “The individuals involved entered through a kitchen window and stole all of my luxury handbags. They also took my fine jewelry,” she revealed. Taking immediate precautionary measures, Stracke hired round-the-clock armed security personnel and upgraded her property’s surveillance systems. She also affirmed her full cooperation with authorities during their ongoing investigation. The timing of these break-ins targeting “Real Housewives” cast members has raised eyebrows and concerns within the community. When Kathy and Rick Hilton – parents to well-known celebrities Paris and Nicky Hilton – broke their silence about the incident at LAX airport on November 21st, they provided additional context to the Daily Mail about how the burglary unfolded. Kathy explained that “By the time [the intruders] got up, it was raining. Our security was checking a leak. And so he came up and they all met up, and they ran.” Rick added reassuringly that the “police are on top of” the investigation.

The couple confirmed they kept a firearm in their home for protection, with Kathy expressing relief that “Just as long as everybody’s safe, that’s it.” The security concerns among “Real Housewives” personalities extend beyond just Hilton and Stracke. Several months earlier, former cast member Teddi Mellencamp revealed that her home, shared with estranged husband Edwin Arroyave, had also been targeted by potential burglars. The couple released a joint statement to Us Weekly in July expressing gratitude that “everyone is unharmed” during their frightening experience. They credited their “latest in home security systems” for scaring off the would-be intruders and noted the swift response from authorities. “We appreciate everyone’s heightened concern in light of recent criminal activities in our area, but we are safe,” their statement concluded.

Mellencamp, 44, later clarified on her “Two T’s in a Pod” podcast that their situation differed from other Housewives’ experiences. “People are like, ‘Oh, you’re just like So-and-So and So-and-So, who used to be on Housewives.’ I’m like, ‘We weren’t robbed,'” she explained, drawing a distinction. “Somebody attempted to come into our home. Who knows what would have happened?” This important clarification highlights the varying degrees of home security incidents that have affected reality television personalities in the area. These consecutive incidents have sparked broader conversations about the safety of public figures, particularly those whose homes and lifestyles are regularly showcased on popular television programs like “The Real Housewives” franchise.

The string of burglaries and attempted break-ins targeting “Real Housewives” stars raises important questions about the potential risks of fame and visibility in today’s media landscape. While these celebrities have the resources to quickly enhance their security measures – hiring armed guards, installing advanced surveillance systems, and maintaining weapons for protection – the emotional impact of such invasions can be lasting. Kathy Hilton’s willingness to speak openly about her family’s frightening experience reflects both resilience and awareness that sharing such stories might help others take preventative measures. As investigations continue into these high-profile break-ins, the affected families are focused on moving forward while maintaining vigilance. Though shaken, figures like Kathy Hilton, Sutton Stracke, and Teddi Mellencamp demonstrate that even in moments of vulnerability, their primary concern remains the safety and well-being of their loved ones – a sentiment to which anyone, famous or not, can deeply relate.