The 25 year-old woman has now entered a private clinic, "to undergo diagnostic treatment to determine why she’s not been putting on any weight. She is working with a team of doctors and specialists whose focus is nutrition." The news was confirmed by Richie’s spokesperson in a statement to Access Hollywood.
The decision has also stalled production on the television series, in which Richie stars with Paris Hilton.
Simple Life producers said of the decision, "Everyone… supports Nicole and wishes her well. We consider her a part of our family and look forward to resuming production on ‘The Simple Life’ when she is ready."
For several months, rumours of a health problem have surrounded the daughter of singer Lionel Richie regarding her weight loss.