Denise Richards is making efforts to defend her reputation amidst serious allegations from her estranged husband Aaron Phypers.
Sept. 26 2025, Published 8:25 p.m. ET
Denise Richards is currently engaged in a fierce battle to protect her public image following a series of serious allegations made by her estranged husband, Aaron Phypers. Insiders claim this situation has rapidly escalated into one of the most contentious divorce proceedings in recent Hollywood history.
The 54-year-old actress, recognized for her work on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and the film Wild Things, is facing a tumultuous divorce from Phypers, 53, who filed for separation in July. Since the split, both parties have exchanged serious accusations, including claims of domestic abuse, infidelity, drug abuse, and emotional neglect.
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Escalating Allegations from Aaron Phypers
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Richards is currently embroiled in a ferocious divorce proceeding with Phypers.
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Earlier this summer, Richards secured a restraining order against Phypers, who she claims had “repeatedly abused” her, an allegation he vehemently denies. As their contentious divorce unfolds, a source close to Richards disclosed: “Denise believes Aaron is on a mission to ruin her public image. One week he’s accusing her of drug issues, the next he’s claiming infidelities—it’s a relentless attack. She thinks this is part of his strategy to publicly shame her and diminish her spirit.”
Recently, Phypers revealed to U.S. television cameras the state of their former shared home, showcasing images of discolored carpets, damaged furnishings, and cluttered counters littered with beauty products.
“Denise keeps accumulating makeup and won’t stop buying it,” he remarked, implying that she is hoarding items. “I’m not saying it’s hoarding, but it’s something,” he added.
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Backlash from Accusations
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Phypers exposed the current condition of their former residence to TV audiences.
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These revelations have sparked a wave of concern. A Hollywood insider commented: “While the cheating allegations were harmful, suggesting Denise is a hoarder and insinuating neglect towards her pets takes it to a different level. Aaron knows that such claims can stick, even if Denise refutes them completely.”
In response, Richards claims she vacated the house two years ago and accused Phypers and his family — who continue to live there — for its present state. “She had been supportive of his family, and now he’s turning her generosity into a narrative of neglect. It’s purely vindictive,” shared an associate.
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Legal Battles and Ongoing Public Conflict
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Richards has ensured that she maintains her response, stating she vacated the home years prior.
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Phypers claims Richards has an unhealthy relationship with prescription drugs, has been disloyal, and has failed to complete the adoption process for their daughter Eloise, 12. Richards, who has two other daughters, Sami, 21, and Lola, 20, from her previous marriage to Charlie Sheen, vehemently denies all these allegations.
Richards’ attorney has accused Phypers of stealing her devices and harassing her by leaking confidential information, claims he firmly denies, contending that Richards is retaliating because he ended their relationship publicly, saying, “I broke up with her in front of the world, and she’s upset.”
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Denise Richards Resolute in Her Fight
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Court documents indicate that Richards was permitted to retrieve her dogs and belongings from their former home.
Richards’ friends assert she is resolved to fight back. “Despite focusing on her career and family, she’s really frustrated under the surface,” one source remarked.
Richards is prepared to expend whatever is necessary to confront Phypers in court, even though every new move seems to provoke more outlandish claims from him. “She feels compelled to stand firm and defend herself,” said a friend.
Reports indicate she was granted access to the home to collect her dogs and personal items, while Phypers has been prohibited from approaching her within 100 yards.
Even so, tensions remain high with a source stating, “This conflict has evolved into an outright war. Denise wishes to move on, but every attempt triggers another abrasive response from Aaron.”
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