Partner alleges spouse of perpetrating domestic abuse - Partner alleges spouse of domestic abuse
Denise Richards, the renowned American actress, has been granted a temporary restraining order against her partner, Aaron Phypers, following allegations of domestic violence. The order, issued by the Los Angeles County Superior Court on July 17, 2025, requires Phypers to maintain a distance of 100 yards from Richards, her home, and her car[1].
Richards has accused Phypers of physical and verbal abuse, death threats, and possession of unregistered weapons during their marriage. The alleged abuse incidents include violent choking, slapping, and threats to kill her, as well as regularly demeaning her with profane names. Richards also claims that Phypers downloaded her private messages and took photos of them without her permission[1][2].
The restraining order hearing for a permanent injunction is scheduled for August 8, 2025[1]. Phypers has denied the allegations, having filed for divorce on July 7, 2025, with July 4 listed as their date of separation[1].
The divorce filing comes less than two weeks after the initial allegations surfaced. The couple, who exchanged vows in September 2018, have no children together. The reason given for the divorce is "irreconcilable differences."
It is worth noting that Phypers must also relinquish any unregistered firearms, as per the restraining order. Court documents obtained by U.S. media outlets include allegations of physical assault by Phypers[1].
Denise Richards is a well-known figure in Hollywood, having previously been married to Charlie Sheen. Aaron Phypers, too, has a notable past, having been married to actress Nicollette Sheridan.
As the case unfolds, major U.S. media outlets such as The Los Angeles Times and Extra TV have reported on these allegations, highlighting the severity of the claims made by Richards[1][3].
[1] Los Angeles County Superior Court Records [2] Denise Richards' Court Filing [3] The Los Angeles Times, Extra TV Reports on Denise Richards' Domestic Violence Allegations Against Aaron Phypers, July 19, 2025.
The temporary restraining order granted to Denise Richards highlights the escalating domestic violence allegations against her partner, Aaron Phypers. In the midst of their divorce proceedings, Richards' allegations of physical and verbal abuse, death threats, and unregistered weapons possession, among others, have become a notable event in the realm of entertainment and crime-and-justice news. Incidents such as these serve as a stark reminder of the broader issue of domestic violence, underscoring the importance of addressing it within the context of celebrities and general society alike.
