Denise Richards Refutes Receiving $1M Check from Charlie Sheen
Denise Richards has publicly denied Charlie Sheen’s claim that she cashed a $1 million birthday check he allegedly wrote as a joke. On October 24, 2023, Richards responded on Instagram, sharing a photo of the check dated December 2011. She revealed that she found the check during a recent move, asserting, “I never cashed it, @charliesheen. Is it still good?!”
Charlie Sheen’s Claim
During a recent guest appearance on the KFC Radio podcast, Sheen recounted the incident, stating that he wrote the check for Richards’s birthday. He claimed it was meant to be a prank, only to be surprised when she cashed it about a month later. “I wasn’t sure if we were still married at the time,” he noted, indicating his uncertainty about what would be more humorous.
Sheen’s Reaction
Sheen reflected on the situation, admitting that if he were in Richards’s position, he would have likely cashed the check too. He humorously suggested she could have at least given him a heads up before doing so. “Hey, you sound like you’re driving somewhere,” he imagined saying, to which he quipped she might respond, “Yeah, to the bank, actually.”
Background of the Couple
- Sheen and Richards married in June 2002.
- They share two daughters, Sami, 21, and Lola, 20.
- Richards filed for divorce while pregnant with Lola in March 2005.
- The divorce was finalized in November 2006.
Reconciliation and Support
Since their divorce, Richards and Sheen have appeared to improve their relationship. Recently, she participated in his Netflix docuseries, which highlighted various aspects of his life. In a heartfelt message about their journey, Richards expressed pride in Sheen and emphasized their enduring support for one another.
Richards’s assertion against Sheen’s claim sheds light on their complicated history, showcasing their ability to find common ground despite past difficulties. This unexpected disagreement over a seemingly playful gesture further illustrates the complexities of their relationship.
