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Denise Richards Alleges Abuse as Divorce Battle Intensifies
10/7/2025
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Story summary
- Denise Richards testified about alleged abuse by estranged husband Aaron Phypers, contributing to a temporary restraining order.
- Richards described violence—being choked, slapped, and threatened—occurring after surgeries in July, highlighting vulnerability during recovery.
- Phypers' legal team plans to call witnesses, including Charlie Sheen, to challenge Richards' credibility and substance abuse.
- Phypers denies all allegations and seeks spousal support in divorce proceedings.
