Paris Hilton Felt “Ambushed” & “Upset” At ABC Interview, Says Source

July 22, 2011 by Hollywoodite

A source whose last name is probably Hilton is speaking out to defend the heiress after the 30-year-old walked out of an interview with ABC News. This week, Paris Hilton was interviewed for her usual round of lack-luster promotion for her reality show. The season had flop ratings and when ABC’s Dan Harris pointed that out, he was met with a stoney-faced Hilton who didn’t want to answer further questions. Oh, and Harris asked whether her popularity was waning. And whether she’d been overshadowed by the Kardashians. There was that too. Because he was “trying to make a name for himself.”

The 30-year-old reality TV star walked off set because Harris deviated from the agreed-upon (and very serious) topic of stalking, the source says. The source says Hilton invited Harris and his camera crew into her home to talk about the recent string of celebrity stalkings.

Hilton’s alleged stalker, James Rainford, was recently arrested and charged with attacking her then-boyfriend Cy Waits in April and stalking her outside her home in July. Harris began with questions about stalking but his questions quickly turned to other topics, including Kim Kardashian… The source says that particular question set Hilton off because just moments prior, Harris had gone on and on about the success (to the tune of $1 billion) of her fragrance lines and merchandising.

“It’s ridiculous that he went on an on about her making a billion dollars, and then asking if she’s relevant,” the source added. “She is upset. She felt ambushed.” The source adds that Hilton resumed the interview after ABC told her they were cutting out the part where she walked away, but they did not. The source also says Hilton feels Harris did this only to get publicity for himself, which he’s now accomplished. – via TooFab.

Okay, sure. Hilton probably thought this was an entirely different interview. And, sure, Harris probably was trying to make a name for himself. And, yes, he probably did say that portion of the interview would not be aired. The world’s eternally grateful he basically spat in her face and ran with it. It was hilarious.