Nicole Richie’s 40th Turns Into a Fire‑Fighting Birthday Bash
Nicole Richie was celebrating her big 4‑0 when a cake‑blowing moment went a little too hot. The Simple Life star’s birthday cake looked like something out of a fairy tale—sparkling candles, a pristine design, the whole works. But when she let out one generous breath to snuff the candles, the flames did a wild dance on the tip of her hair.
There was no time for a sigh; she started screaming, and the little blaze grew quicker than a TikTok trend. Friends and family rushed over, hands flying as they tried to smother the fire, and the drama turned into a “Hello, my brand‑new personal bodyguard?” montage.
Nicole’s Instagram Clip Goes Viral
Nicole captured the spooky moment on a short video and posted it on Instagram, captioning: “Well…so far 40 is (sic).” The clip sparked a flood of frantic comments from her celebrity circle.
- Naomi Campbell: “Happy birthday Cuz, are you okay Cuz? May reign on is all. (sic)”
- Amy Schumer: “Oh my gawwwd (sic)”
- Katy Perry: “WAIT NO WAY WAIT OMG (sic)”
- Kelly Rowland: “My heart just dropped!!!! (sic)”
- Ellen Pompeo: “HBD!!! I hope you’re okay! (sic)”
Thankfully no one was seriously harmed—just a little hair mishap that could have turned into a full‑on disaster. Entertainment Tonight confirmed that the celebration ended without major injuries.
Looking Back at The Simple Life
Nicole often reflects fondly on her time on The Simple Life. In an interview, she mentioned how the show let her step out of her everyday routine and into a different world, while still preserving her privacy. “It never felt too intrusive,” she said. “It let us keep a balance between public life and our own private moments.”
Now that she’s 40, Nicole’s birthday sparking may just be a new chapter of her colorful life—one where she’ll probably stay a little more fire‑proof, but still ready to celebrate with her friends in style.
