Paris Hilton has been invited by an Austrian businessman at the Viena Opera Ball this year. Richard Lugner, a 74-year old wealthy businessman, is known for inviting, in the last few years, many celebrities to the classy European event.

The Austrian mentioned, in a press conference, that he believes that the presence of Paris Hilton will be a very good advertisement. It is rumored that the hotel heiress will receive 1 million dollars for attending the ball. Also, she will have to dance a waltz with Lugner, which will be telecast live.

Paris Hilton preferred over Britney

Initially, Britney Spears was also on the guest list for the ball. But later, she has been removed from it.

Asked about the situation, Lugner declared that, unfortunately, Britney and Paris Hilton don't get along anymore, so they decided to invite only Paris.

Other famous stars that attended the ball, in the last years, include Pamela Anderson, Sophia Loren or Geri Halliwell, all in an effort from the organizers to bring more attention to the traditional event.