Denise Richards Rejoins “RHOBH”: She and Erika Jayne Discuss Abuse Experiences
Denise Richards made a notable return to “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” on February 19, engaging in discussions about her personal life and experiences with abuse. Her participation comes after a six-year hiatus from the show.
Denise Richards Discusses Divorce and Cosmetic Procedures
During her appearance, Richards, 55, shared updates about her ongoing divorce from Aaron Phypers and her recent cosmetic surgeries. She mentioned feeling “numb” and still healing post-surgery, having lost “200 lbs.” and undergone a facelift just six weeks prior.
- Denise highlighted her cosmetic procedures:
- Facelift
- Breast augmentation
Erika Jayne, 54, one of Denise’s dinner companions, humorously inquired about the details of the facelift. Denise responded lightheartedly, reflecting on the surgical process.
Conversations Surrounding Abuse
The tone of the dinner shifted when Erika addressed serious matters surrounding abuse. She referenced Richards’ black eye, which was part of her evidence in a July restraining order request against Phypers. Denise was granted a five-year restraining order in November following claims of physical abuse, which Phypers has vehemently denied, labeling them as “completely false and deeply hurtful.”
- Key details about the restraining order:
- Granted in November
- Duration: Five years
Denise recounted traumatic experiences during her recovery from surgery in which she felt physically threatened. She revealed that after a lengthy surgery, Phypers had reportedly hit her when she was vulnerable.
Erika Jayne’s Parallel Experience
Erika Jayne shared her own recent experience of being in an abusive relationship. She revealed the emotional toll it took on her, discussing her feelings of shame and isolation. This revelation came shortly after her own divorce from Tom Girardi, who is currently serving a prison sentence for fraud.
- Erika’s experiences include:
- Emotional impact of the abusive relationship
- Details of the relationship remain private
As they discussed their challenges, both women expressed solidarity. Erika acknowledged the difficulties associated with seeking help, especially as the mother of a police officer.
Upcoming Episodes
Fans of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” can look forward to more revealing moments as the season progresses. The show airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET on Bravo and is available for streaming the following day on Peacock.
