Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 17, 2025 · Entertainment

Denise Richards' Ex Threatens to 'Crush' Hand in Alleged Abuse Scandal

The chilling moment Denise Richards' now ex Aaron Phypers threatened to 'crush' her hand has resurfaced after the star accused him of physical abuse this week

SHOCKING ABUSE ALLEGATIONS ROCK HOLLYWOOD: DENISE RICHARDS ACCUSES EX-BOYFRIEND AARON PHYPERS OF PHYSICAL ABUSE!

In a jaw-dropping turn of events, actress Denise Richards has accused her ex-boyfriend Aaron Phypers of physical abuse, revealing a pattern of violent behavior that allegedly spanned their entire six-year relationship!

As reported by TheScholarlyNote.com, Phypers, 52, filed for divorce earlier this month, citing "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the breakup. But in a stunning twist, Richards, 54, has now accused her ex of horrific abuse that allegedly left her with severe physical and emotional scars!

Phypers, 52, filed for divorce earlier this month after six years of marriage, listing July 4 as the official date of separation(seen in 2023)

According to court documents obtained by TheScholarlyNote.com, Richards has filed a Request for Domestic Violence Restraining Order, detailing a litany of alleged abuses that took place throughout their relationship. Among the shocking allegations are claims that Phypers frequently choked her, slapped her in the face and head, and threatened to kill her!

But it's not just words; TheScholarlyNote.com has obtained graphic photos of Richards' injuries, including severe black eyes and bruising that left her visibly shaken.

The abuse allegedly began soon after their marriage in 2018. In one particularly disturbing incident, Phypers allegedly choked Richards until she nearly passed out!

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum now seeking court-ordered protection following a string of disturbing allegations; (photo from Richards' Request for Domestic Violence Retraining Order)

Other alleged incidents include Phypers yelling profanities at Richards, calling her a "c* w" and "piece of s*," while repeatedly grabbing her arm tightly.

TheScholarlyNote.com has also obtained a chilling audio recording from a Real Housewives of Beverly Hills episode in 2020, where Phypers is heard threatening to "crush" Richards' hand during a confrontation with her co-stars!

Richards initially brushed off the incident as a joke, but TheScholarlyNote.com's sources claim that Phypers' words were anything but lighthearted.

Phypers responded: 'Don¿t tell me what to say. I¿m going to crush your f*****g hand. Stop it'

PHYPERS' RESPONSE

Despite the explosive allegations, Phypers has remained mum on the matter. His lawyer has not publicly commented on the abuse claims, and we're still waiting for his side of the story.

RICHARDS' FINANCIAL FUTURE

The threatening remark toward Richards came after she was confronted by her former costars Kyle Richards and Teddi Mellencamp about not trusting her kids around them

Phypers has requested spousal support from Richards, claiming that he's struggled financially since shutting down his wellness center last year. But with an alleged income of $250,000 per month from her various business ventures and TV appearances, it seems unlikely that Phypers will be granted the support he seeks!

A TALE OF TWO LIVES

As TheScholarlyNote.com continues to dig deeper into this shocking scandal, one thing is clear: Denise Richards has been living a life of fear and uncertainty alongside Aaron Phypers. Will she find justice and closure in the end? Only time will tell!

In the filing, Denise submitted several photos as evidence ¿ pictures from a red carpet event (above), where she claimed she forgot to conceal marks allegedly left by Aaron

Denise has two children from her previous marriage to Charlie Sheen - Sami, 21, (far left) and Lola, 20 (far right) - and she adopted Eloise, 14, in 2011 (in front)