Kyle Richards is an American actress, television personality, and philanthropist.
She was born on January 11, 1969, in Los Angeles, California, and began her acting career at a young age, appearing in several television shows and films throughout the 1970s and 1980s.
Richards is perhaps best known for her role as a cast member on the reality television series The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, which premiered in 2010 and has since become a cultural phenomenon.
She has been a main cast member on the show for all of its seasons, and has become known for her outspoken personality, glamorous lifestyle and close relationships with her fellow cast members.
In addition to her work in entertainment, Richards is also a dedicated philanthropist, and has been involved with several charitable organizations throughout her career.
She has worked with organizations such as Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, the American Cancer Society, and the Epilepsy Foundation among others.
Kyle Richards net worth
Richards has an estimated net worth of $100 million as of September 2023.
A breakdown of Kyle Richards net worth
Richards has made her net worth through various sources, including acting, launching a clothing line, owning boutique chains and writing a memoir.
She also achieved success and fame early in her life as a child actor in various shows including The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
Richards has also pursued various business ventures including launching a clothing line and owning boutique chains.
She first ventured into the fashion industry in 2012 when she launched an eight-piece collection for the shopping network HSN.
She also owned a boutique in Beverly Hills, which closed in 2018.
Additionally, Richards is a published writer.
In 2011, she released Life is Not a Reality Show: Keeping It Real with the Housewife Who Does It All, a self-help guide that includes tips on relationships, family, health and more.
Richards is the last remaining original cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
She gets a substantial salary from Bravo, and according to The List, she is rumored to make $270,000 per RHOBH season.
In 2019, former cast mate Camille Grammer publicized that Kyle made $1.5 million for the season.
Kyle Richards career
Richards began her career as a child actress in the 1970s.
Over the years, she has established herself as a versatile performer, with a successful career in both film and television.
Richards started her acting career at the age of four, appearing in several television shows and films, including Little House on the Prairie, Halloween and The Car.
She continued to work as a child actress throughout the 1980s, appearing in popular TV shows like Fantasy Island, CHiPs and The Love Boat.
In the 1990s, Richards transitioned to more adult roles, appearing in films like Curfew and Down to Earth.
She also made guest appearances on popular TV shows like ER, Beverly Hills, 90210 and 7th Heaven.
In 2010, Richards joined the cast of the reality TV show, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, which brought her even more fame and recognition.
Aside from her acting career, Richards is also a successful businesswoman and philanthropist.
She owns a boutique in Beverly Hills called Kyle by Alene Too, which sells clothing, jewelry, and accessories.
She has also written a book called Life Is Not a Reality Show: Keeping It Real with the Housewife Who Does It All.
In addition to her business ventures, Richards is also actively involved in several charitable organizations.
She is a supporter of the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and the Epilepsy Foundation, among others.
She has also been involved in several fundraising events for various causes, including breast cancer research and animal welfare.