Lisa Deanna Rinna, born on July 11, 1963, in Newport Beach, California is an American actress, author, and television personality. She is best known for her role as Billie Reed on the daytime soap opera “Days of Our Lives.” Rinna is married to Harry Hamlin, and together they have two daughters, Delilah Belle and Amelia Gray, who both have successful modeling careers. Rinna has also appeared on Bravo’s reality television series “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.” We’ll help you celebrate her special day right here.
Fast Facts
Full Name:
Lisa Deanna Rinna
Nickname:
Lisa Rinna
Birth date:
July 11, 1963
Age:
60
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
Height:
5' 5"
Relationship Status:
Married
Net Worth:
$10 million
Background
With her almost 34-year career as a film and television star, Lisa Rinna is one of the most recognizable faces in Hollywood. She was born in Newport Beach, California on July 11, 1963. Rinna moved to San Francisco, California, from Medford, Oregon, to pursue a future in modeling and began her career appearing in commercials for various companies such as Mervyn’s.
In 1992, Rinna got her big break with the role of Billie Reed in N.B.C’s daytime soap opera, “Days of Our Lives,” receiving national recognition for her role. Rinna’s husband, Harry Hamlin, is also an actor and has starred in two roles opposite his wife. The first, a teen crime drama titled “Veronica Mars,” and the second, a Lifetime television film “Sex, Lies & Obsession,” based on Hamlin’s own experiences. Rinna also performed on Broadway as Roxie Hart in “Chicago” in 2014. She appeared as a guest star in various television shows, including H.B.O’s “Entourage” in 2007, Disney’s “Hannah Montana” in 2008, Nickelodeon’s “Big Time Rush” in 2011, as well as “C.S.I.”
Besides acting, Rinna has hosted several talk shows. From 2002 to 2006, she was the host of “Soap Talk,” which earned her four Daytime Emmy Award nominations. In 2006, Rinna competed in the second season of “Dancing with the Stars,” and in 2007, she replaced Joan Rivers as T.V. Guide Network’s red carpet coverage. Rinna joined the fifth season of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” which aired in 2014. Rinna also has an extensive modeling career, and she has adorned the cover of “Playboy” magazine, “CVLUX,” “Living Well,” “Soap Opera Magazine,” and “Soap Opera Digest.”
Rinna continues to pick up various projects, ranging from television, film, and fashion. She makes sure she stays relevant and will continue to entertain her fans for years to come.
Career timeline
Rinna stars as Billie Reed in N.B.C’s daytime hit “Days of Our Lives” throughout the ’90s and again with guest appearances in 2002, 2012, and 2018.
She is the host of Soapnet’s talk show, “Soap Talk” until 2006, for which she earns four Emmy nominations for Outstanding Talk Show Host.
Rinna competes in “Dancing with the Stars” alongside professional dancer, Louis van Amstel.
Rinna makes her Broadway debut as Roxy Hart in the hit musical “Chicago.”
She poses for the cover of “Playboy” Magazine.
She joins the cast of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” as one of the main members of this hit reality television show.
She walks the runway at New York Fashion Week to promote Kyle Richards's and Shahida Clayton's new women's clothing brand.
She launches Rinna Beauty with unique lip kits.
Why We Love Lisa Rinna
She is honest
Rinna has a reputation for being very forthright with friends, family, and anyone who crosses her path. While it might seem like she’s mean at times, most people appreciate this candor. She is also honest about the fact that she has had plastic surgery and Botox, a refreshing change from Hollywood actors who like to keep the illusion of eternal youth alive.
She is brave
In 2012, Rinna modeled an adult incontinence brief to benefit the charity Dress for Success. Not many people would be brave enough to not only walk a red carpet wearing such briefs, let alone promote it on nationwide live television. She teaches us to have courage, no matter the situation.
She does charity work
Rinna has promoted many products and has been involved in several projects for charity. Some of the charities she has donated to include The Trevor Project, Dress for Success, and Habitat for Humanity.
5 Surprising Facts
Her photoshoot with ‘Playboy’
While six months pregnant with her first daughter, Delilah Belle, Rinna posed for a nude pictorial and cover shoot for “Playboy” Magazine.
She loves fitness
Rinna is a self-proclaimed fitness fanatic, stating that she enjoys yoga, skiing, and tennis.
She loves leopard print
While on “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” Rinna has frequently stated that leopard print, and all cat prints for that matter, are some of her favorite adornments.
She loves cake
Although Rinna is an avid health and fitness lover, she just can’t say no to a piece of cake.
Her hair
While Rinna has sported the same hairstyle for close to 40 years, she has taken a liking to wigs in the past few years.
Lisa Rinna FAQs
What ethnicity is Lisa Rinna?
She is of Italian, Portuguese, and English descent.
What is the age difference between Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin?
Hamlin is 12 years older than Rinna.
How long has Lisa Rinna been married?
Rinna and Hamlin have been married for 25 years, since 1997.
Lisa Rinna’s birthday dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | July 11 | Thursday |
| 2025 | July 11 | Friday |
| 2026 | July 11 | Saturday |
| 2027 | July 11 | Sunday |
| 2028 | July 11 | Tuesday |
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