Denise Richards’ ex Aaron Phypers reacts to abuse allegations

Aaron Phypers is denying Denise Richards’ allegations of abuse.

He refuted the claims Thursday, shortly after the actress, 54, was granted a temporary domestic violence restraining order against him.

Phypers, 52, told US Weekly that the allegations of physical abuse against Richards are “not true.”

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“Conjured up,” he claimed. “I have the real evidence.”

He later doubled down on his denial in a statement to People.

“Let me be unequivocally clear: I have never physically or emotionally abused Denise — or anyone. These accusations are completely false and deeply hurtful. Denise and I, like many couples, have faced our share of challenges, but any suggestion of abuse is categorically untrue.I have always tried to approach our marriage with love, patience, and respect,” Phypers said.

He asked for “privacy” as they navigate their “personal matters” and concluded by asking everyone to “refrain from spreading harmful and baseless claims.”

His statement comes hours after Richards claimed her ex threatened to kill her if she reported the alleged abuse to the police, according to her petition obtained by The Post.

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In the docs, the reality star alleged that “throughout our relationship, Aaron would frequently violently choke me, violently squeeze my head with both hands, tightly squeeze my arms, violently slap me in my face and head, aggressively slam my head into the bathroom towel rack.”

She claimed one alleged incident took place in 2022, in which Phypers “became paranoid” that the potted plants “contained listening devices” while at his workplace in Malibu.

The “Wild Things” vet also included shocking pictures of her bruised eye in the filing, which she claimed came from when her husband “used the heel of his palm to strike me.”

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The Post could not reach Phypers for comment.

In the court docs, Richards also alleged that the Canadian businessman became violent after she suggested that she attend a work trip alone.

“Aaron grabbed me by the back of my head by my hair and slammed me into the ground and screamed, ‘You are not cancelling my flight, I am going with you and I do not trust you,’” the “Drop Dead Gorgeous” star claimed.

Richards also detailed the alleged fight that led to his July 7 divorce filing.

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The former “RHOBH” cast member alleged that, on July 4, Phypers became “enraged” after she told him that he and his family had to move out of the marital home.

“Over the course of nearly two hours, Aaron repeatedly got within two inches of my face and screamed at me degrading profanities including calling me a ‘c–t whore’ and a ‘piece of s–t’ and screaming at me, ‘nobody likes you,’ ” she claimed in her filing.

“Aaron repeatedly grabbed my left arm tightly in an aggressive manner. I told Aaron repeatedly that he needed to stay away from me and that he was going to hurt me.”

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The following day, July 5, Phypers allegedly returned to her townhouse and “got within inches” of her face and began yelling again.

Richards claimed that Phypers also “violently hit the bill of [her] hat with the back of his hand,” causing it to fly off her head. “This caused me to be scared, terrified and fearful for my life,” she stated in the petition.

In Phypers’ divorce docs, he listed “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the breakup. The wellness practitioner also listed the date of separation as July 4.

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Phypers is seeking spousal support from Richards. He also asked to keep their debts and assets separate.

He alleged that his estranged wife makes over $250,000 per month on various projects like her TV shows, brand deals, appearances and her OnlyFans.

The Malibu resident made sure to note that he wants to keep his power tools, 2018 Indian Dark Horse motorcycle, and his Shelby GT500 sports car.

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Richards was previously married to Charlie Sheen from 2002 to 2005. Their divorce was finalized in 2006. The exes have daughters Sami, 21, and Lola, 20.

The “Starship Troopers” alum adopted daughter Eloise, 14, in 2011.

During a March episode of Richards’ reality series, “Denise Richards & Her Wild Things,” the mom of three stated in a confessional, “I’m never getting divorced again. Even if we hate each other, I’m not gonna f–king get divorced.”

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In the wake of Richards’ abuse claims, another clip has resurfaced from their time on television.

This shocking footage, shared to Instagram, took place during Season 10 of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.”

In the clip, Richards instructed Phypers not to “say a f–king word” as they stormed out of a party. The actor then whispered, “Don’t tell me what to say. I’m going to crush your f–king hand. Stop it.”

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Phypers has been ordered to stay 100 yards from Richards and her property, including her home and car. The next restraining order hearing is scheduled for Aug. 8. 

If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788.