Hilton confirms Madden split

Paris Hilton publicist has confirmed the socialite's split from rocker boyfriend Benji Madden.

The 'Simple Life' star parted ways with Madden at the beginning of the week after Hilton was snapped partying with ex-boyfriend Stavros Niarchos in Miami, Florida.

News of the break-up first surfaced in America's Star magazine - and now Hilton's representative Alanna McCarthy has spoken out about the rumours, simply stating that the pair will "remain very good friends".

However, the couple, who had been dating for nine months, are still planning to ring in 2009 together after they agreed to host Sydney, Australia's New Year's Eve celebrations.