Denise Richards and Charlie Sheen: A Look at Their Tumultuous Relationship
Hollywood Romance Begins (2000-2002) – Denise Richards and Charlie Sheen met on the set of Good Advice (2000) and began dating. They got engaged in 2001 and married in 2002.
Growing Family (2004-2005) – The couple welcomed their first daughter, Sam, in 2004. Denise was pregnant with their second daughter, Lola, when she filed for divorce in 2005.
Messy Divorce (2005-2006) – Richards cited Sheen’s substance abuse and alleged threats as reasons for the split. Their divorce was finalized in 2006, with Richards getting primary custody of their daughters.
Public Feuds and Legal Battles (2007-2008) – Custody disputes and restraining orders dominated headlines. Richards accused Sheen of erratic behavior, while Sheen accused her of manipulating the legal system.
Brief Truce (2010-2011) – During Sheen’s public meltdown and firing from Two and a Half Men, Richards supported him and even allowed their daughters to spend time with him.
Denise Adopts a Daughter (2011) – Richards adopted her third child, Eloise, as a single mother, focusing on her family rather than Sheen’s controversies.
More Custody Drama (2013-2016) – Sheen’s behavior led Richards to take full custody of their daughters, including Sheen’s twins from another relationship.
Sheen’s HIV Diagnosis (2015) – Sheen publicly revealed his HIV diagnosis, and Richards reportedly had known for years but kept it private.