Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 21, 2025 · Entertainment

Denise Richards Opens Up About Heartbreaking Divorce and Surgery Struggles

Denise Richards has broken her silence on social media over her shock Aaron Phypers divorce

DENA-GATE: Denise Richards Unleashes Fury on Social Media Amid Bitter Divorce from Aaron Phypers

The drama-filled marriage of Hollywood starlet Denise Richards and her husband Aaron Phypers has reached a boiling point, with both parties trading blows in the media. But it's Richards who's finally broken her silence, unleashing a fiery rant on social media that's left fans and followers stunned.

Taking to Instagram, the 54-year-old actress shared a video of herself lounging on a sofa, wearing a bright pink top and matching cap, looking every inch the pampered Hollywood star. But beneath the glamour, Richards was clearly seething with emotion as she addressed her bitter split from Phypers.

The former Bond girl shared a video to Instagram where she was wearing a bright pink top and light mink cap as she sat on a sofa

"It's been a s**y summer," she growled, referring to the heartbreak that has seen her marriage of six years crumble into dust. "This isn't my first divorce, it's my second... and I never thought we'd be here."

Richards, best known for her roles in films like 'Wild Things' and 'Drop Dead Gorgeous', seemed to hint at a troubled relationship with Phypers, claiming that there were "circumstances" surrounding their split that she couldn't yet discuss publicly.

The former Bond girl also touched on the reconstructive surgery she underwent after rupturing both breast implants while filming the reality show 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test'. The incident was caught on camera during a bridge jump, and Richards has been open about her decision to undergo the surgery to repair the damage.

The 54-year-old Hollywood star then said that she has been experiencing a 's****y' summer over the heartbreak from her sad split

But it seems that Richards' fans are rallying around their beloved star, with many expressing support and well wishes as she navigates this difficult time. In a heartfelt caption accompanying her video post, Richards thanked her followers for their kindness and love.

"A little moment of gratitude," she wrote. "Thank you so much... your messages mean the world to me right now."

However, it's not just Richards who's been vocal about the split - Phypers has also spoken out, claiming that his estranged wife had shown no interest in their pets for two years prior to the divorce.

Phypers and Richards attend the Tempted by Love Premiere in Los Angeles in August 2024

According to sources close to the couple, Phypers accused Richards of having another canine put to sleep without her knowledge, a claim that was later disputed by an emergency dispatcher who spoke to People magazine. The dispatcher revealed that Phypers told them he "feared for his parents" after Richards allegedly stormed their Calabasas home and demanded one of the family dogs.

The drama reached a head when police were called to the scene, with Richards reportedly screaming at Phypers' parents and brother, and even swinging at Aaron's sibling. However, no arrests were made, with officers concluding that no crime had been committed.

Despite the controversy surrounding their split, both parties have maintained that they are committed to co-parenting their children, with Phypers insisting that he has never physically or emotionally abused Richards or anyone else.

. 'This has been a very difficult time and there are circumstances around my divorce that are difficult to talk about, which one day I will talk about,' she said as she was interrupted by a dog barking.

In a statement to People magazine, Phypers said: "Let me be unequivocally clear: I have never physically or emotionally abused Denise - or anyone. These accusations are completely false and deeply hurtful."

The saga continues to unfold, with fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this explosive celebrity divorce. Will Richards and Phypers ever reconcile, or is it time for them to move on? Only time will tell.

In related news, Vicki Gunvalson, Chrishell Stause, and Kyle Richards - all close friends of Denise's - were among the first to like her Instagram post, offering a show of support to their embattled friend. TheScholarlyNote.com has reached out to reps for both parties involved in the divorce drama, but so far, no comment has been made.

The fallout from this dramatic split is set to continue for weeks, if not months, to come. Stay tuned for more updates on this juicy celebrity scandal!