Paris splits from Stavros

Showbiz

13:30 02 May 2006

Paris Hilton has split up with boyfriend Stavros Niarchos.

The socialite and her Greek shipping heir lover have decided to call time on their relationship after a 12-month romance.

Paris' spokesperson, Elliot Mintz, confirmed: "It is not my policy to comment on my client's private life. But I would not offer a denial."

The break-up comes a month after the 'House of Wax' actress threw a wild surprise 21st birthday party for Stavros at her plush Hollywood Hills home.

One partygoer recalled: "Stavros did back flips into the pool and jumped from one end to the other. Everyone begged him not to carry on because his stunts were dangerous.

"He and Paris were inseparable that night, holding hands and kissing."

The split is the second high-profile break-up for the heiress in 18 months. She was previously engaged to Paris Latsis - also a Greek shipping heir.

Paris' newly acquired single status comes weeks after she revealed she was ready to settle down and raise a family.

The blonde revealed: "I can't wait to find a guy like my dad and be together forever and have lots of children. That's what completes your life. I would love to have a boy and a girl."

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