Denise Richards’ lawyer, Mark Gross, recently argued that the financial burden of caring for Richard’s 14-year-old daughter, Eloise, who has a rare chromosomal disorder resulting in developmental delays, was “pretty extraordinary”. This statement came amidst a legal battle with her ex-husband, Aaron Phypers, whom she was granted a permanent restraining order against in November 2025.

Gross emphasized that victims of abuse should not be required to support their abuser, highlighting the challenges Richards has faced in providing for her daughter while dealing with the aftermath of her tumultuous relationship with Phypers.

In response, Phypers’ lawyer pointed out that his client has not been convicted of the charges brought against him. This ongoing legal dispute has added to the already complicated situation for Richards, who took to Instagram in January to reflect on what she described as a “painful year” of “letting go (and) truths being exposed.”

Richards, who was previously married to Charlie Sheen and shares daughters Sami and Lola with him, has also had to navigate the aftermath of her divorce from Phypers, who was previously married to actress Nicolette Sheridan before their split in 2018.

In a surprising turn of events, Richards made headlines in June 2022 when she joined a subscription-based adult site just a week after her daughter, Sami Sheen, launched her own page on the platform. The actress announced her decision on Instagram, framing it as a way to support her daughter amidst public scrutiny.

At the time of her platform debut, Richards set her subscription fee at $25 per month, a move that raised eyebrows but was seen as a strategic financial decision given her circumstances. A source close to the situation revealed to Radar that Richards is in dire need of cash, with her divorce proceedings putting a strain on her finances.

With mounting financial pressures and personal challenges to contend with, Richards may have to consider unconventional opportunities to secure her financial stability. The offer from the adult platform, which promises a six-figure sum, could potentially provide a much-needed lifeline for the actress in these trying times.