Denise Richards is an American actress known for her roles in popular films. She gained recognition for playing Carmen Ibanez in "Starship Troopers" (1997), Kelly Van Ryan in "Wild Things" (1998), and Bond girl Christmas Jones in "The World Is Not Enough" (1999).
February 17, 1971: Birth of Denise Richards
Denise Lee Richards was born on February 17, 1971.
1989: High School Graduation
Denise Richards graduated from El Camino High School in 1989.
1991: Modeling Career and Notable Appearances
Denise Richards's modeling career took off in 1991, appearing in Bonne Bell cosmetics ads, on the cover of Teen magazine, and in Max Factor's Premiere 2K campaign.
1992: Guest Appearance on "Beverly Hills, 90210"
Denise Richards made a guest appearance on the popular television show "Beverly Hills, 90210" in 1992.
1993: Early Film and Television Roles
Denise Richards appeared in films like "Loaded Weapon 1" and had roles in TV series such as "Against the Grain" in 1993.
1994: Continued Film and Television Appearances
Denise Richards continued to build her filmography with roles in "Tammy and the T-Rex" and "Lookin' Italian" in 1994. She also made guest appearances on shows like "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman."
1995: Television Movie Role
Denise Richards appeared in the made-for-TV movie "In the Blink of an Eye" in 1995.
1996: Guest Role on "Melrose Place"
Denise Richards had a guest-starring arc on the television show "Melrose Place" in 1996.
1997: Starship Troopers Release and Recognition
"Starship Troopers," featuring Denise Richards, was released in 1997 and later earned recognition for its impact.
1997: Starship Troopers Release and Recognition
In 1997, Denise Richards starred in "Starship Troopers," which earned her a nomination for the Blockbuster Entertainment Award for Favorite Female Newcomer.
1998: Critical Acclaim for "Wild Things"
Denise Richards's performance in the 1998 film "Wild Things" received positive reviews from critics, particularly for her portrayal of a complex character.
1998: Breakthrough Role in "Wild Things"
Denise Richards starred in the erotic thriller "Wild Things" in 1998, receiving praise for her performance as a manipulative character.
1999: Bond Girl and Cult Classic Role
Denise Richards appeared as Bond girl Christmas Jones in "The World Is Not Enough" and starred in the cult classic "Drop Dead Gorgeous" in 1999.
1999: Continued Film Appearances
Denise Richards continued to appear in films, including "Drop Dead Gorgeous" in 1999.
1999: Bond Girl Role and Performance in "Drop Dead Gorgeous"
Denise Richards starred as a Bond girl in "The World Is Not Enough" and appeared in the dark comedy "Drop Dead Gorgeous," receiving praise for her performance, in 1999.
1999: Ranked in Maxim's 50 Sexiest Women
In 1999, Denise Richards was ranked #9 on Maxim's list of the 50 Sexiest Women.
December 26, 2001: Engagement to Charlie Sheen
Denise Richards and actor Charlie Sheen got engaged on December 26, 2001.
2001: Television Guest Roles and Film Appearances
Denise Richards continued to appear in films like "Valentine" and "Good Advice" and made guest appearances on shows like "Friends" and "Spin City" in 2001.
2001: Film and Television Appearances
Denise Richards had roles in films like "Valentine" and made guest appearances on shows like "Friends" and "Spin City" in 2001.
2001: Featured in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women and AskMen.com's 50 Most Beautiful Women
Denise Richards's attractiveness garnered significant attention in 2001 as she secured the #2 spot in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women ranking, along with being featured in AskMen.com's 50 Most Beautiful Women list.
June 15, 2002: Marriage to Charlie Sheen
On June 15, 2002, Denise Richards and Charlie Sheen exchanged vows at the estate of Gary David Goldberg, the creator of the TV series Spin City.
2002: Diverse Film Roles
Denise Richards appeared in various films, including "Undercover Brother" and "You Stupid Man," in 2002.
2002: Film Appearances Continue
Denise Richards appeared in several films in 2002, including "Undercover Brother," "The Third Wheel," and "You Stupid Man."
2002: Ranked in Stuff magazine's "102 Sexiest Women in the World"
In 2002, Stuff magazine featured Denise Richards in their "102 Sexiest Women in the World" list.
2003: Commercial Success with "Scary Movie 3"
In 2003, Denise Richards starred in the commercially successful horror comedy "Scary Movie 3."
2003: Success with "Scary Movie 3" and "Love Actually" Cameo
In 2003, Denise Richards starred in the successful comedy "Scary Movie 3" and made a cameo appearance in the romantic comedy "Love Actually."
December 2004: Appears in Playboy Magazine
Denise Richards posed nude for Playboy magazine in December 2004.
2004: Film Appearances
Denise Richards appeared in two films, "Whore" and "Elvis Has Left the Building," in 2004.
March 2005: Files for Divorce from Charlie Sheen
While pregnant with their second child in March 2005, Denise Richards made the decision to file for divorce from Charlie Sheen. She also sought a restraining order against him, citing alleged death threats.
2005: Television and Film Roles
Denise Richards landed a lead role in the UPN soap opera "Sex, Love & Secrets" and starred in the ensemble drama film "Edmond" in 2005.
April 19, 2006: Files for Divorce from Charlie Sheen
On April 19, 2006, Denise Richards formally filed for divorce from Charlie Sheen in California.
July 2006: Poses for Jane Magazine
In July 2006, Denise Richards appeared in a semi-nude pictorial in Jane magazine, with proceeds donated to the Clothes Off Our Back Foundation.
November 30, 2006: Divorce from Charlie Sheen Finalized
The divorce between Denise Richards and Charlie Sheen was finalized on November 30, 2006. As part of the divorce agreement, Sheen was ordered to maintain a distance of 300 feet from Richards and their daughters, except during supervised visits.
March 14, 2007: Walks the Runway at "Max Factor Salutes Hollywood"
On March 14, 2007, Denise Richards walked the runway at the "Max Factor Salutes Hollywood" fashion show.
November 2007: Passing of Denise Richards's Mother
Denise Richards's mother, Joni Richards, passed away from cancer in November 2007.
May 26, 2008: Premiere of "Denise Richards: It's Complicated"
Denise Richards's reality show, "Denise Richards: It's Complicated," premiered on E! on May 26, 2008, offering a glimpse into her life as a mother and actress.
2008: Reality Show Premiere
Denise Richard's reality show, "Denise Richards: It's Complicated," premiered on E! on May 26, 2008.
March 24, 2009: Second Contestant Eliminated from Dancing with the Stars
On March 24, 2009, Denise Richards was eliminated from the eighth season of the dance competition television series, Dancing with the Stars, where she was paired with Maksim Chmerkovskiy.
July 26, 2009: Conclusion of "Denise Richards: It's Complicated"
After two seasons, Denise Richards's reality show, "Denise Richards: It's Complicated," concluded on July 26, 2009.
2009: Begins Work with Best Friends Animal Society
Denise Richards began working with Best Friends Animal Society on various projects in 2009. One notable project was the Pup My Ride program, which focuses on transporting small dogs from overcrowded shelters to areas with higher demand.
2009: End of "Denise Richards: It's Complicated"
Denise Richards's reality show, "Denise Richards: It's Complicated," concluded after two seasons on July 26, 2009.
May 2010: Charlie Sheen Surrenders Custody of Daughters
In May 2010, Charlie Sheen relinquished legal custody of his daughters, Sam and Lola, to Denise Richards. This decision came amidst Sheen's personal struggles and legal issues, leading Richards to seek sole custody. While they previously shared joint legal custody, the agreement granted Richards primary physical custody, with Sheen retaining visitation rights.
2010: Television Role in "Blue Mountain State"
Denise Richards joined the cast of the sitcom "Blue Mountain State" in 2010.
2010: Joins the Cast of "Blue Mountain State"
In 2010, Denise Richards joined the cast of Paramount Network's sitcom Blue Mountain State as Debra Simon.
2010: Modeling for Belle Parish
In 2010, Denise Richards walked the runway for Ali Landry and Annie Kate Pons' fashion line, Belle Parish.
June 2011: Adopts Daughter Eloise
As a single parent, Denise Richards adopted her third daughter, Eloise Joni Richards, in June 2011 after a two-year adoption process. Eloise's middle name is a tribute to Richards's late mother. Eloise has a rare chromosomal disorder, Chromosome 8, Monosomy 8p, which affects her speech, leading Richards to learn sign language to communicate with her.
July 2011: Publication of Memoir, "The Real Girl Next Door"
Denise Richards published her memoir, "The Real Girl Next Door," in July 2011, which became a New York Times Best Seller.
September 2011: Turns Down Offer to Appear on "Two and a Half Men"
Denise Richards reportedly declined an offer of $100,000 to appear in an episode of the sitcom, "Two and a Half Men," as an ex-girlfriend at Charlie Sheen's funeral.
November 2011: Appearance on "Hollywood Moms' Club"
Denise Richards appeared on TV Guide Network's show, "Hollywood Moms' Club," which aired in November 2011.
2011: Ranked in Men's Health's "100 Hottest Women of All Time" and Shape magazine's "10 of Our Fave Bond Girls: Then and Now"
In 2011, Denise Richards was recognized for her enduring appeal by both Men's Health and Shape magazine. Men's Health included her in their "100 Hottest Women of All Time" list, while Shape magazine featured her among their "10 of Our Fave Bond Girls: Then and Now."
2011: End of "Blue Mountain State"
Denise Richards's role on the sitcom "Blue Mountain State" ended in 2011.
2011: Publication of Memoir
Denise Richards published her memoir, "The Real Girl Next Door," which became a New York Times Best Seller, in 2011.
2011: Participates in Charity Fashion Shows
Throughout her career, Denise Richards has participated in several charity fashion shows to support various causes. These include Susan G. Komen's 8th Annual Fashion For The Cure, the Clothes Off Your Back Benefit, and The Heart Truth's Red Dress Fall 2011 Collections.
January 2012: Launches Collaboration with ShoeDazzle for Kidney Cancer Association
In January 2012, Denise Richards partnered with ShoeDazzle, a fashion subscription service, to design the "Eloise" heel. This collaboration aimed to raise funds for the Kidney Cancer Association, a cause close to Richards's heart following her mother's passing from the disease. The initiative successfully raised over $15,000.
February 2012: Blue Mountain State Not Renewed for Fourth Season
In February 2012, it was reported that the Paramount Network sitcom, Blue Mountain State, in which Denise Richards played Debra Simon, was not renewed for a fourth season.
December 2012: Designs Shoes for ShoeDazzle to Benefit Kidney Cancer Association
Denise Richards continued her support for the Kidney Cancer Association in December 2012 by designing two shoe styles for ShoeDazzle's Celebrity Shoe Design Program for Charity. This program dedicated proceeds from shoe sales to the organization, further demonstrating Richards's commitment to raising awareness and funds for kidney cancer research.
2012: Film Appearance in "Madea's Witness Protection"
Denise Richards appeared in the film "Madea's Witness Protection" in 2012.
2012: Launches Fragrance and Appears in Infomercial
In 2012, Denise Richards launched her own fragrance and appeared in an infomercial for "The Flex Belt."
2012: Joins the Cast of "Twisted" and Stars in "Madea's Witness Protection"
Denise Richards appeared in the comedy film "Madea's Witness Protection," which premiered in 2012. That same year, she joined the cast of the ABC Family mystery-thriller TV series, "Twisted."
2012: Reconciles with Charlie Sheen and Collaborates Professionally
By mid-2012, Denise Richards and Charlie Sheen had mended their relationship and were often seen spending time together with their children. Their improved dynamic extended to their professional lives, with Sheen making a cameo appearance in Richards's movie "Madea's Witness Protection" and Richards appearing in Sheen's television series "Anger Management."
2012: "Starship Troopers" Recognition
"Starship Troopers," in which Denise Richards starred, was ranked #20 on Slant Magazine's "100 Best Films of the 1990s" list in 2012.
May 2013: Granted Temporary Custody of Charlie Sheen's Sons
In May 2013, Denise Richards was granted temporary custody of the twin sons born in 2009 to Charlie Sheen and his then-wife, Brooke Mueller. This move was supported by Sheen and came after concerns about drug use led child protective services to remove the children from Mueller's care.
2013: Becomes Brand Ambassador for Oro Gold Cosmetics
Denise Richards became the brand ambassador for Oro Gold Cosmetics in 2013.
2013: Role in "Twisted"
Denise Richards began starring in the mystery-thriller series "Twisted" in 2013.
2014: End of "Twisted"
Denise Richards's role in the series "Twisted" concluded in 2014.
2014: Promotes Best Friends Animal Society's Save Them All Campaign
In 2014, Denise Richards actively participated in promoting Best Friends Animal Society's Save Them All campaign, underscoring her long-standing commitment to animal welfare. Her dedication stemmed from her firsthand experience witnessing the organization's impact in saving countless animal lives since her involvement began in 2009.
November 2015: Volunteers with Daughters for Homeless Families
Denise Richards and her daughters spent Thanksgiving 2015 volunteering their time and serving meals to homeless families.
2015: Appearance in "Operation: Neighborhood Watch!" and "Christmas Trade"
Denise Richards appeared in two films in 2015: "Operation: Neighborhood Watch!" and "Christmas Trade."
2016: Guest Appearance in "Jane the Virgin"
Denise Richards made a guest appearance as herself in The CW's "Jane the Virgin" in 2016.
2016: "Wild Things" Character Recognition
Glamour magazine praised Denise Richards and Neve Campbell's characters in "Wild Things" (1998) as two of the most compelling female characters in film history in 2016.
December 2017: Begins Dating Aaron Phypers
Denise Richards started dating Aaron Phypers in December 2017 while he was still in the process of divorcing Nicolette Sheridan.
2017: Appears in Urban Home Commercials
Denise Richards appeared in advertising campaigns for the furniture brand, Urban Home, in 2017.
2017: Stars in "American Satan" and "Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce"
In 2017, Denise Richards starred in the musical thriller "American Satan," for which she was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the Northeast Film Festival. That year, she also appeared in an episode of Bravo's "Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce."
June 2018: Joins The Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation's Campaign
In June 2018, Denise Richards lent her support to The Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation's summer theatrical PSA campaign. The campaign aimed to raise funds for Brave Beginnings, an organization dedicated to providing essential neonatal equipment to hospitals across the United States. Richards's contribution involved filming a public service announcement that was shown in movie theatres nationwide, raising awareness and support for the cause.
August 2018: Announced as New Cast Member of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"
In August 2018, Denise Richards announced her participation in the ninth season of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills."
September 8, 2018: Marries Aaron Phypers
Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers married on September 8, 2018, in Malibu, California.
October 20, 2018: Release of "The Prayer Box"
Denise Richards starred as Karen in the faith-based film, "The Prayer Box," which was released on October 20, 2018.
February 12, 2019: Joins the Cast of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"
Denise Richards joined the cast of Bravo's reality series, "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," in its ninth season, which premiered on February 12, 2019.
May 2019: Aaron Phypers Adopts Eloise
In May 2019, Denise Richards shared that Aaron Phypers was in the process of adopting her youngest daughter, Eloise.
May 31, 2019: Positive Reception on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"
On May 31, 2019, The Daily Beast published an article praising Denise Richards' appearance on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills."
July 2019: Joins the Cast of "BH90210" and "The Bold and the Beautiful"
Denise Richards joined the cast of the CBS soap opera, "The Bold and the Beautiful," as Shauna Fulton. That year, she also appeared as herself on Fox Broadcasting's "BH90210."
September 2, 2019: Premiere of "The Secret Lives of Cheerleaders"
Denise Richards portrayed Candice in Lifetime's "The Secret Lives of Cheerleaders," which was released on September 2, 2019.
September 2019: Walks the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Denise Richards walked the runway at New York Fashion Week for Kyle Richards' and Shahida Clayton's clothing brand.
November 4, 2019: Guest Appearance on "The Price Is Right"
Denise Richards appeared as a guest model on the game show, "The Price Is Right," on November 4, 2019.
November 15, 2019: Release of "My Adventures with Santa"
Denise Richards starred alongside Patrick Muldoon in the Christmas film "My Adventures with Santa," which was released in select theaters on November 15, 2019.
November 2019: Announces Skincare Line with CBme Beauty
In November 2019, Denise Richards announced that she was developing a skincare line with CBme Beauty.
2019: Joining "The Bold and the Beautiful"
Denise Richards joined the cast of the soap opera "The Bold and the Beautiful" in 2019.
2019: Joining "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"
Denise Richards joined the cast of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" in 2019.
April 15, 2020: Returns for Season 10 of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"
Denise Richards returned for the tenth season of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," which premiered on April 15, 2020.
July 10, 2020: Release of "Money Plane"
The heist film, "Money Plane," in which Denise Richards starred, was released on video-on-demand on July 10, 2020.
September 4, 2020: Release of "Switched"
Denise Richards portrayed Victoria Sharp in the film "Switched," which was released on September 4, 2020.
September 10, 2020: Announces Departure from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"
On September 10, 2020, Denise Richards announced her departure from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" after two seasons.
2020: Departure from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"
Denise Richards left "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" in 2020.
August 28, 2021: Stars in Lifetime's "Killer Cheer Mom"
Denise Richards starred as Amanda in the Lifetime thriller, "Killer Cheer Mom," which premiered on August 28, 2021.
June 2022: Joins OnlyFans
Denise Richards joined OnlyFans in June 2022 to support her daughter, Sam, who was facing criticism for her own account. Richards praised the platform's creator-friendly content ownership model. This move has generated significant income for her and even led her friend, Tori Spelling, to subscribe.
2022: Departure from "The Bold and the Beautiful"
Denise Richards departed from the soap opera "The Bold and the Beautiful" in 2022.
2023: Return to "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"
Denise Richards returned to "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" in 2023.
June 2024: Signs Deal for New Reality Show with E!
In June 2024, People magazine announced that Denise Richards had signed a deal with E! to star in and executive produce a new reality series, "Denise Richards and the Wild Things."
2025: Upcoming Series "Denise Richards and the Wild Things"
Denise Richards is set to star in a new series, "Denise Richards and the Wild Things," in 2025.
2025: Premiere of "Denise Richards and the Wild Things"
Denise Richards' new reality show, "Denise Richards and the Wild Things," is set to premiere in 2025.