Denise Richards’ husband, Aaron Phypers, has filed for divorce after nearly seven years of marriage, citing “irreconcilable differences.” The split, reported by Realtor, highlights significant financial disparities between the couple, with Phypers revealing in court documents that his income is negligible compared to Richards’ estimated monthly earnings of $250,000 from her OnlyFans account and acting roles.
Phypers, 52, who married Richards, 54, in 2018 after a brief courtship, disclosed their financial situation in the divorce filings. He noted that their monthly expenses amount to approximately $105,000, with substantial allocations for clothing, rent, dining, and utilities. The documents reveal that Phypers has not contributed to these expenses since October 2024, following the closure of his Malibu wellness center, Quantum 360 Club.
Financial Disparities and Divorce Proceedings
The court filings shed light on the couple’s financial dynamics, with Phypers requesting spousal support from Richards. He also seeks to retain separate ownership of his personal assets, including power tools, a motorcycle, and a sports car. Despite not sharing biological children, Phypers was reportedly in the process of adopting Richards’ 14-year-old daughter, Eloise, though the status of this adoption remains unclear.
The couple’s living arrangements have also been a topic of interest. Richards had previously revealed their unconventional setup on her reality show, “Denise Richards and Her Wild Things.” She owns a Malibu home, which she does not reside in, instead allowing Phypers’ family to use it. Richards and her family opted for a rented townhouse for more space, eventually leasing two additional properties.
Complex Living Arrangements
Richards explained the rationale behind renting multiple townhouses, using them as separate functional spaces akin to rooms in a house. “One’s an office, one’s a studio, one’s for Lola and Eloise and for us to sleep in,” she said. This arrangement suggests a monthly housing cost of around $18,000, aligning with Phypers’ financial disclosures.
The future of these living arrangements post-divorce remains uncertain. It is unclear whether Phypers will continue residing in one of the townhouses or if his family will remain in the Malibu home.
Family Dynamics and Personal Struggles
The divorce news comes amid revelations about family tensions. Richards’ eldest daughter, Sami, recently discussed the challenging environment at home, citing constant conflicts as a reason for moving in with her father, Charlie Sheen. Sami described feeling like the “odd one out” and struggling mentally in the household.
“I was living at my mum’s, obviously, with Aaron [Phypers] and Lola, and we were all fighting constantly,” Sami stated on the podcast “Casual Chaos.”
Richards, who has faced public scrutiny over her parenting, reportedly struggled with Sami’s decision, believing she was setting “normal” boundaries for her daughter.
Background and Historical Context
Richards and Phypers’ relationship began in 2017 at his wellness center, where Richards was undergoing “preventative DNA repair.” They married a year later in a private Malibu ceremony. Before Richards, Phypers was briefly married to “Desperate Housewives” star Nicollette Sheridan. Meanwhile, Richards’ previous marriage to Charlie Sheen was highly publicized, ending in 2006 after four years.
Reflecting on her marriage to Sheen, Richards had previously vowed never to divorce again due to the judgment she faced post-separation. “The judgment from other people and being made out to be this awful woman, I’ll never get divorce, even if we hate each other,” she once declared.
As the divorce proceedings unfold, the future remains uncertain for both Richards and Phypers, with financial and personal complexities likely to play a significant role in their post-marriage lives.
