Denise Richards has once again chosen transparency, opening up about her recent cosmetic surgery and personal struggles.
In a candid interview with Allure, the actress revealed she underwent a facelift to “put things back up, where they were before.”
Though she admitted to being terrified, Richards explained that being in the public eye since her twenties made it impossible to hide such a transformation.
Her surgeon, Dr. Ben Talei, performed not only the facelift but also subtle enhancements, including a brow lift, lip corner adjustment, and fat transfer from her thighs to rejuvenate her complexion.
Richards described the results as “night and day,” acknowledging the dramatic yet natural improvement.
The timing of her surgery coincided with a difficult chapter in her personal life. Just ten days after the procedure, Richards began divorce proceedings with Aaron Phypers, her husband of six years.
She accused him of abuse, death threats, and possession of unregistered weapons, leading to a temporary restraining order being granted shortly after his filing.
Richards admitted recovery was challenging under the circumstances, but she remained diligent about caring for her incisions and noted that each day brought reduced swelling and a stronger sense of self.
Her allegations against Phypers have since been discussed on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, where Richards returned as a guest star in season 15.
The show aired images of her with a black eye and resurfaced audio of Phypers threatening her, underscoring the seriousness of her claims.
Despite the turmoil, Richards continues to embrace openness, sharing both her vulnerabilities and her resilience with the public a pattern that has defined much of her career and personal narrative.
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