Denise Richards recently had a heartfelt moment with her ex-husband Charlie Sheen. Denise Richards shares that their daughter Lola joined them for dinner. The scene was shown in a new episode of Denise Richards & Her Wild Things. It was the first time in a long while that the three shared a public moment together. Although their past is full of ups and downs, they tried to reconnect. Denise admitted that things with Charlie had always been complicated, especially for their daughters. Her other daughter, Sami, chose not to attend. She hasnโt spoken to her father in five months. Sami said she would rather do anything else than have lunch with him.
Why Denise Richards Left Her Marriage With Charlie
During the episode, Denise finally shared the real reason behind their split. She said Charlie had been sober for four years when they married. He was committed to staying clean. But things changed when she got pregnant with their second daughter, Lola. Denise Richards shares that everything turned fast. After a really bad night, she packed her bags the next morning. She took Sami, left the house, and moved into a hotel. Then she filed for divorce the same day. Denise said she never thought someone who was so committed to sobriety could fall back. That moment changed everything for her.
A Quick Romance That Didnโt Last Long
Denise Richards shares that she and Charlie had a fast-paced love story. They got married in 2002 after only nine months of dating. The couple had two daughters in less than two yearsโSami in 2004 and Lola in 2005. But by the time Denise was six months pregnant with Lola, the marriage was falling apart. She moved out before Lola was even born. Despite the issues, Denise admitted that she did go back to Charlie once. She wanted to make sure her girls knew she tried to save the marriage. That moment showed her commitment as a mother.
Trying to Reconnect as a Family After the Pain
Later in the episode, Denise told her daughters that their dad wanted to see them. Lola agreed to the meetup. She shared that things with her dad have improved. They now get pedicures together every two weeks. Denise Richards shares that she hadnโt seen Charlie in about a year. When they reunited at the restaurant, they hugged. It was awkward but sweet. Charlie joked, saying he had never been on a reality show. Denise responded that Real Housewives producers always wanted him on. The two shared laughs, but it was clear that emotions were still raw.
A Lighthearted Dinner With Honest Reflections
At dinner, Charlie and Denise acted like an old married couple. He teased her about eating too much pizza. She clapped back with quick humor. Their daughter Lola watched and said, โI could never picture you guys being married.โ That comment made both parents laugh, then pause. Denise touched Charlieโs shoulder and asked, โWe would have had fun, right?โ He replied, โSure.โ It was a soft moment that showed they still care, even if they donโt work as a couple.
They Ended the Night on a Positive Note
The dinner ended on a good note. Denise said she was glad they had dinner together. Charlie agreed. Denise Richards shares about how she joked that people might think they were crazy for meeting like this. Charlie asked why. She said it was because heโs โsuperstar Charlie Sheen.โ Lola jumped in and said, โYouโre both superstars.โ That moment brought a smile to everyoneโs face. Lola then admitted that sheโs afraid of fame. She doesnโt like the pressure. Charlie gave her advice: โDonโt read anything. If you donโt read it, it doesnโt exist.โ
Denise Tried to Protect Her Daughters From the Truth
After the episode aired, Denise shared more on a podcast. She said she always kept things civil with Charlie. She never bad-mouthed him in front of the kids, even when he struggled with drugs or got into legal trouble. Denise admitted that it was hard to stay quiet. She wonders if staying silent was the right choice. Now that her girls are older, theyโre learning things on their own. Still, she believes she did what she had to do to protect them when they were little.
Co-Parenting Isnโt Always Easy, But She Keeps Trying
Denise said she and Charlie are not really close now. Theyโre friendly, but not friends. She wishes they could talk more and support each other with parenting. Right now, they donโt talk much at all. But thereโs no drama between them either. Denise also wanted to blend the family. Charlie had two sons with his next partner, and Denise wanted her daughters to feel included. She didnโt want the kids to pick sides. Thatโs still important to her today.
Charlie Sheenโs Life Changed After Sobriety
Charlie has been sober since 2017. He said the moment that made him stop drinking was when he was too drunk to drive his daughter to an appointment. Since then, heโs focused on his children, especially his twin boys, Max and Bob. They are 16 now. Charlie says he lives a calm, steady life. Heโs focused on being a good single dad. In 2015, he also shared that he is HIV-positive, but the virus is undetectable thanks to medication. He says life is better now and more consistent.
A Moment of Peace Between Two Stars
Now, years later, Denise and Charlie have found a way to be civil. Their dinner with Lola was full of laughs, honest talks, and small moments of love. Denise Richards shares that it wasnโt perfect, but it was real. They both showed their daughter that they can come together for family, even after a messy past. Denise continues to protect her daughters and move forward. Charlie continues to stay sober and raise his boys. Their reunion may not fix the past, but it shows that healing is possible.
