On July 7, 2025, the entertainment world was rocked by the news that Aaron Phypers had filed for divorce from Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Denise Richards. The announcement sent shockwaves through the reality TV community, sparking a flurry of reactions and insider revelations. Among them, Brandi Glanville, a controversial figure with a tangled history with Denise, has reportedly shared her unfiltered thoughts on the split. Adding to the drama, Denise’s daughter, Sami Sheen, made cryptic comments about toxic relationships just a day before the news broke, fueling speculation about the state of her mother’s marriage.
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Denise, 54, and Aaron, 52, tied the knot in a whirlwind Malibu ceremony in 2018, but their union was never far from controversy. Aaron’s wellness center, which has since shuttered, drew significant attention, not least because of lawsuits and attempts to garnish Denise’s income to settle his debts. The couple’s high-profile lifestyle and Denise’s reality TV stardom only amplified the public’s fascination with their relationship. Yet, whispers of trouble had long swirled around the pair, and the divorce filing confirmed what many had suspected: their marriage was on shaky ground.
In an explosive interview with OK! Magazine, an insider close to Brandi Glanville revealed her reaction to the divorce news. Despite their rocky past, Brandi reportedly harbors a “soft spot” for Denise and was saddened by the split—but not surprised. The insider hinted at deeper issues, alluding to a scandalous allegation from years prior when Brandi claimed she and Denise had a sexual encounter, a claim Denise vehemently denied. “Denise did her dirty,” the source said, “and she still can sympathize, but, you know, the age-old adage when you’re [allegedly] bringing another person into your bed, they say the marriage is dead. Once that pineapple [allegedly] turns upside down, divorce is on the rise.”
The insider didn’t stop there, painting a picture of Denise’s alleged pattern of betrayal against Brandi. According to the source, Denise systematically targeted Brandi’s career, snatching her agent, her job, and even her reputation. “She went after Brandi’s agent and got it. She went after Brandi’s job and got it. Brandi was demoted,” they claimed. “Finally, she went after Brandi and, in the end, got her, too. Brandi was left being called a liar while Denise got a spinoff show.” The source added a pointed jab at Real Housewives executive producer Andy Cohen, suggesting, “Andy sure seems to have his favorites.”
Brandi’s alleged grievances stem from a tumultuous history with Denise, marked by public feuds and personal betrayals. The insider’s remarks suggest that Brandi believes Denise’s actions—both in their personal interactions and professional maneuvers—played a role in the unraveling of her marriage to Aaron. “Denise has been off for quite some time,” the source noted, referencing her erratic behavior, from “wearing jackets upside down to cocktail parties” to “bringing her own personal tequila.”
Just one day before the divorce filing went public, Denise’s daughter, Sami Sheen, took to TikTok to share a poignant message about toxic relationships. In a candid video, the 21-year-old offered advice that now seems eerily prescient. “If you’re dating someone toxic, but you don’t really know if they’re toxic, deep down you know,” Sami said. “You need to ask yourself, if you had a daughter and she was dating a man like this, what would you tell her? And then, boom. You’re like, ‘OK, I would tell her to break up with him, block him, move on.’”
Sami’s words struck a chord, as she urged viewers to imagine their loved ones in similar situations. “Picturing someone else in your exact situation, and if they came to you being like, ‘Hey, my boyfriend is doing x, y, and z to me, I need your advice,’” she explained. “You need to tell them what to do, and then there’s your answer.” Acknowledging the difficulty of leaving toxic dynamics, Sami added, “I understand more than anyone it is so hard and almost feels impossible sometimes to get out of a toxic relationship, and the judgment from people when you keep going back to that person. It’s a whole cycle.”
While Sami didn’t directly reference her mother’s marriage, the timing of her comments—posted just 24 hours before the divorce news—has raised eyebrows. Was she hinting at turmoil in Denise and Aaron’s relationship? Fans and followers are left to wonder if Sami’s advice was informed by her observations of her mother’s struggles.
As the dust settles on Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers’ divorce, the fallout continues to captivate audiences. Brandi Glanville’s alleged revelations paint a picture of a marriage strained by scandal, betrayal, and professional rivalries, while Sami Sheen’s timely comments suggest deeper familial tensions. With Denise’s star power and the Real Housewives franchise’s knack for drama, this story is far from over. As insiders continue to spill secrets and the public dissects every detail, one thing is clear: the truth behind Denise’s divorce is as shocking as it is compelling.