Why Paris Hilton Fans Were Concerned About Her Son’s Health

The hotel heiress got mixed reactions after sharing photos of her son on social media. The pictures show Paris Hilton holding the baby in her arms, like any mother would do. “Does he have encephalitis? Like, what is actually going on? I’m not trying to be rude, but that doesn’t seem normal,” said one of her Instagram followers. “As a pediatric nurse with over 25 years on the front lines, question hydrocephalus,” commented another user. Other so-called fans posted GIFs and memes depicting aliens or cartoon characters with oversized heads.

Both encephalitis and hydrocephalus may cause macrocephaly, a condition associated with head enlargement in babies. In some cases, this rare disorder may be due to brain tumors, genetic diseases, or increased intracranial pressure. However, there’s no proof that Phoenix Barron Hilton Reum has such problems. His mother actually responded to a TikTok video addressing the criticism received, saying, “My angel is perfectly healthy. And yes, of course, he has been to a doctor; he just has a large brain.”

Hilton also shared a message on X in response to the cruel comments about her son. The model said she understands that criticism is part of being a public figure. However, that’s not an excuse to mock a child’s looks. “This hurts my heart more deeply than words can describe.” She also confessed that her entire world revolves around Phoenix and that the time spent with him reminds her of what matters most.