Amanda is her own biggest fan. The former Philadelphia Eagles dancer has a giant portrait of herself hanging on her bedroom wall. She's also a huge fan of Paris who even named one of her dogs after Tinkerbell, Paris's BDF (Best Dog Forever). Amanda is a tough Italian girl with an incredible body and a great sense of confidence to go with it.

Arielle is an aspiring singer very proud of her bi-racial background. She's a New Jersey girl who knows her way around a party can't wait to show off her skills in more glamorous environments. Arielle's partying has found her many acquaintances but never a true friend. As much as she hopes to be that for Paris, Arielle's hoping Paris can be that for her.

Arika is a gorgeous young Southern California girl who unapologetically dates only wealthy men because she feels any boyfriend of hers should drive a nice car and wear expensive clothes. She feels that most women are jealous of her and the attention that men give her. She would be right at home in Tokyo, one of Paris's favorite hot spots, as she speaks fluent Japanese.

A tough and sexy computer nerd from Dallas, Desirae is ready to chuck the Lone Star State to join Paris's life of glamour and luxury. She doesn't tend to trust those around her and has a bitter, fight-filled past with fellow Texan BFF wannabe Katie. Will these two let bygones be bygones, or will the drama affect their game?

Elena is a funny, down-to-earth makeup artist from New Jersey who likes to entertain her friends with her sense of humor. She has a boyfriend back home, to whom she intends on staying loyal no matter what challenges Paris throws at her. That being said, this is girl who once went snowboarding in a bikini on a dare will do just about anything to win.

Kaitlin is a small town girl from Upstate New York who is desperate to live the upscale life in the big city. Her greatest passion in life is cooking and she can't wait to make Paris a solid home-cooked meal. With her baby face and 5'1" frame, Kaitlin could easily be underestimated by her housemates, but she's ready to compete for Paris's friendship ... at any cost.

Katie is a go-go dancer from Dallas who wants to be Paris's BFF more than anything. She's an avid video gamer and has a collection of over 60 hair bows; she feels that her fashion sense and love of tutus makes her a trendsetter within her hometown scene. She allegedly got into a fist fight with one of Desirae's friends, causing some bad blood between the two before the competition even began.

Kristen is convinced that she already has it all... except for Paris Hilton's friendship, that is. As the heir to her father's manufacturing company, Kristen already lives a busy jet-setting life. Since she comes from a family of privilege, Kristen believes that she has a lot in common with Paris and hopes that her status guides her to the end as Paris's new BFF.

Monica is a rowdy and raucous girl, looking to show Paris exactly how hard Brooklyn girls can party. She admits that her circle of friends might not be the classiest, but she's prepared to drop those that don't fit into her new lifestyle should she win over Paris' affection. Will Monica's foul language and reputation for dancing on tables earn her friends or enemies in the mansion?

Nicole is an aspiring actress currently trying to make it big in Hollywood. A wide-eyed vixen with a larger than life personality is a girly girl that loves fashion and writes in her Paris Hilton-themed diary on a daily basis. She may think she has what it takes to make it in movies, but she's about to audition for her biggest role of her young life: Paris Hilton's BFF.

Rachel is an aggressive and tough girl from San Jose, California, who isn't afraid to get confrontational. If anyone gets out of line, she says she's ready to "1, 2 step" on anyone's face, which should serve as a warning to her fellow besties-in-training. Rachel likes to take a risky "act now, consequences later" approach, but swears that she can handle anything Paris throws her way.

Stefanie is a statuesque model that also plays in a lingerie football league back home in Florida. She didn't grow up with many luxuries and has had to overcome a lot of strife within her family, but it's made her the girl that she is today. Stefanie has always been one to find strength in her friendships, and she's hoping Paris can stand by her side as she faces an all-too-crazy world.

As the sole male contender for Paris' affection, Stephen is going to face an uphill battle in this often frilly competition. But as someone who hits the tanning salon daily and loves to show off his chest with open-cut shirts and jackets, he thinks he's cut out for the high life. Stephen believes that his upbringing within the Mormon faith helps him stand out amongst Los Angeles' gay community. The question is, will he stand out in a house full of divas dying to win?

Tiniecia is a smart and focused country girl from Louisiana. Within her circle of friends, she's definitely the leader, but she can be bossy and demanding to a fault. In the past, Tiniecia has relied on her feminine charms to get attention and affection from the men around her. But she's recently made an effort to be more self-sufficient and hopes that her new attitude will earn her a place in Paris's entourage.