Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 22, 2025 · Entertainment

Denise Richards Sparks Divorce Drama: Missing Ring, Alleged Affairs & New Claims

Denise Richards, 54, was seen for the first time since her estranged husband Aaron Phypers accused her of having an affair amid their divorce, as she stepped out with her daughters

SCANDALOUS DIVORCE WARS ERUPT!

Denise Richards, 54, has been spotted for the first time since her estranged husband Aaron Phypers accused her of having an affair - and it looks like she's moving on from the drama!

The Wild Things star was seen enjoying a casual lunch at Cross Creek in Malibu with her daughters Sami, 21, and Eloise, 13. But what caught our attention was that she was noticeably missing her wedding ring!

The actress was notably missing her wedding ring

It seems Denise is putting the drama behind her and focusing on her family - but we can't help but wonder if this move is a clever ploy to deflect attention from her alleged affair.

As you may know, Aaron Phypers, 52, filed for divorce from Denise earlier this month after six years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences. But it seems things took a turn when he accused Denise of cheating on him - and the drama has been playing out in the public eye ever since!

Denise has been vocal about her struggles with addiction and has even spoken publicly about her sobriety journey. But sources close to the couple claim that Aaron has never raised a hand to Denise, and that she's trying to hide her alcohol problem.

Richards brushed off the divorce drama as she enjoyed lunch at Cross Creek in Malibu with her daughters Sami, 21, and Eloise, 13

The real question is: what really went down in this marriage? Was it just a case of opposites attracting, or was there something more sinister at play?

We're talking about allegations of physical abuse, folks! And let me tell you, it gets juicy. According to Aaron, Denise accused him of being violent towards her during their marriage and even claimed he blacked her eye after becoming paranoid about listening devices concealed in potted plants!

But Aaron has denied these claims, saying that the black eye was actually the result of a drunken fall - and that Denise is just trying to deflect attention from her alleged affair.

The Wild Things star opted for a casual look, wearing a navy tank top tucked into light blue jeans

This is getting good, folks! We're talking about restraining orders, allegations of abuse, and even claims of domestic violence. It's like a real-life soap opera!

And let's not forget the drama surrounding Aaron's clinic, Q360. According to sources, Denise was allegedly responsible for caring for his properties and animals - and that it was all just too much for her to handle.

But what about Denise's reality show? Was she trying to hide something by canceling it? The rumors are swirling, folks!

She completed the look with a wide-brim straw hat atop her head as well as a pair of sunglasses

We'll be keeping a close eye on this drama as it unfolds. Stay tuned for more updates from the trenches of this very public divorce battle!

Sami sported a white tank top with a pair of low-rise blue jeans. Meanwhile Eloise rocked a pair of black overalls over a grey t-shirt

Richards even shared a lighthearted moment, snapping a photo of Sami and her dog on her phone

It comes after the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum's ex claimed he caught Denise cheating on him, leading to the fight that prompted him to file for divorce

Phypers, 52, filed for divorce from Richards earlier this month after six years of marriage; Denise pictured wearing her ring in 2023

Phypers claims he found texts between Richards and another man on her laptop, including several selfies and affectionate messages like her wishing him 'sweet dreams'; Seen 2024

It comes after the former actress filed for a restraining order, claiming Phypers had routinely been violent towards her and had given her a black eye. Phypers has denied the abuse claims

Along with his divorce petition, Phypers requested $105,000 a month in spousal support, claiming his income has been 'zero' since his clinic closed in October 2024