Career Timeline of Denise Richards: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Denise Richards, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Denise Richards is an American actress, TV personality, and model. She became well-known for her roles in films like Starship Troopers (1997) and Wild Things (1998). Her role as Christmas Jones in the James Bond film The World Is Not Enough (1999), though receiving criticism, marked her breakthrough into mainstream popularity.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

December 2004: Playboy Magazine Nude Pictorial

In December 2004, five months after giving birth, Denise Richards posed for a nude pictorial in Playboy magazine.

July 2006: Jane Magazine Semi-Nude Photoshoot

In July 2006, Denise Richards posed semi-nude for the July 2006 issue of Jane magazine to raise money for the Clothes Off Our Back Foundation.

March 14, 2007: "Max Factor Salutes Hollywood" Fashion Show

On March 14, 2007, Denise Richards walked the runway at the "Max Factor Salutes Hollywood" fashion show in Hollywood.

2009: Partnership with Best Friends Animal Society

Since 2009, Denise Richards has been involved with Best Friends Animal Society.

2010: Belle Parish Fashion Show Runway Walk

In 2010, Denise Richards walked the runway for Ali Landry and Annie Kate Pons's fashion line, Belle Parish's fashion show.

2011: Charity Fashion Show Appearances

In 2011, Denise Richards walked the runway for charity fashion shows, such as Susan G. Komen's 8th Annual Fashion For The Cure, Clothes Off Your Back Benefit and The Heart Truth's Red Dress Fall 2011 Collections.

January 2012: ShoeDazzle Collaboration for Kidney Cancer Association

In January 2012, Denise Richards launched her first collaboration with fashion subscription service ShoeDazzle to design the "Eloise" heel and raised over $15,000 for the Kidney Cancer Association.

December 2012: Shoe Design Program for Charity

In December 2012, Denise Richards designed two shoes for ShoeDazzle as part of their Celebrity Shoe Design Program for Charity, with profits going to the Kidney Cancer Association.

2012: Appearances in Each Other's Shows

By mid-2012, Denise Richards and Charlie Sheen were on good terms. In 2012, Charlie Sheen made a cameo appearance in her movie Madea's Witness Protection, while Richards appeared in Sheen's television series Anger Management.

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2012: Infomercial Appearance for The Flex Belt

In 2012, Denise Richards appeared in an infomercial for abdominal muscle toner "The Flex Belt" alongside Adrianne Curry, Lisa Rinna, and Janet Evans.

2012: Self-Titled Fragrance Launch

In spring 2012, Denise Richards launched her self-titled fragrance.

2013: Oro Gold Cosmetics Brand Ambassador

In 2013, Denise Richards became the brand ambassador for Oro Gold Cosmetics.

2014: Save Them All Campaign Promotion

In 2014, Denise Richards promoted Best Friends Animal Society's Save Them All campaign.

November 2015: Thanksgiving Volunteering with Homeless Families

In November 2015, Denise Richards and her daughters spent Thanksgiving volunteering and serving food for homeless families.

2017: Urban Home Commercials and Advertising Campaigns

In 2017, Denise Richards appeared in furniture brand Urban Home's commercials and advertising campaigns.

June 2018: Brave Beginnings PSA Campaign

In June 2018, Denise Richards joined The Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation's summer theatrical PSA campaign to benefit Brave Beginnings. She filmed a public service announcement that was played at movie theaters nationwide.

September 2019: New York Fashion Week Runway Walk

In September 2019, Denise Richards walked the runway for Kyle Richards' and Shahida Clayton's new clothing brand at New York Fashion Week.

November 2019: Skincare Line Development Announcement

In November 2019, Denise Richards announced the development of a skincare line with CBme Beauty.

April 15, 2020: The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 10 Premiere

On April 15, 2020, Denise Richards returned for the tenth season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

July 10, 2020: Money Plane Release

On July 10, 2020, the heist film Money Plane, in which Denise Richards appeared, was released to video-on-demand services by Quiver Distribution.

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September 4, 2020: Switched Release

On September 4, 2020, the film Switched was released, featuring Denise Richards as Victoria Sharp, the mother of a school bully.

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September 10, 2020: Denise Richards Leaves The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

On September 10, 2020, Denise Richards' representative confirmed her departure from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills after two seasons.

August 28, 2021: Killer Cheer Mom Release

On August 28, 2021, Denise Richards starred as Amanda in Lifetime's thriller film Killer Cheer Mom.

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June 2022: Joining OnlyFans

In June 2022, Denise Richards joined OnlyFans as a content creator to support her daughter, Sami. She stated that the platform combined the best of social media and allowed creators to own their content.

November 15, 2024: Special Forces: World's Toughest Test Casting Announcement

On November 15, 2024, Fox announced that Denise Richards would be a contestant on the third season of Special Forces: World's Toughest Test.

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March 2025: Denise Richards & Her Wild Things Series Launch

In March 2025, Denise Richards starred in Denise Richards & Her Wild Things, a reality television series focusing on her and her family for Bravo, launched on E!.

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