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Denise Richards pushed back against the idea that she still carries romantic feelings for her ex, Charlie Sheen, during a candid conversation on Bunnie Xo’s podcast. She spoke about their past, their children and the new Sheen docuseries that stirred fresh speculation.
Why Richards responded to the “aka Charlie Sheen” docuseries
Richards joined the Dumb Blonde podcast to address her role in the docuseries titled aka Charlie Sheen. She said she participated to tell parts of the story, and watched only the first episode. The series traces Sheen’s rapid rise and his later battles with addiction.
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She made clear she did not appear in the show to promote a rekindled romance. Instead, her involvement was framed as a family perspective. She stressed her love for Sheen as the father of their children, not as a romantic partner.
How the podcast exchange unfolded with host Bunnie Xo
Bunnie Xo pressed Richards on how the documentary came across. The host suggested the series might hint at unfinished emotional business between the former couple.
- Richards described their bond as complicated but not romantic.
- She acknowledged strong emotions surfaced while filming.
- She said many details revealed in the series were new to Sheen.
Richards summed up their current dynamic simply: they remain on speaking terms and respect each other. She also noted she cannot confide in him the same way she does with other friends.
Where co-parenting stands today
Richards and Sheen share two daughters: Sami, 22, and Lola, 21. The actors were married from 2002 to 2006.
Richards said their relationship has ups and downs, but they keep the family connection active. She lives close enough to joke with him. She emphasized boundaries and putting the girls’ well-being first.
- They prioritize their daughters’ safety and privacy.
- Richards is available if Sheen needs support.
- She wants the girls to feel secure enough to speak openly someday.
She called their interactions “better some days than others.”
What the doc revealed and why emotions ran high
The series pairs interviews with archival footage to chart Sheen’s fame and decline. Both Richards and Brooke Mueller appear, giving personal accounts of their time with him.
Richards said telling her version stirred up emotions. She argued the footage captured layers of family history and private navigation that audiences rarely see.
Richards on Sheen’s past sobriety and relationship changes
Richards described the man she first fell for as sober and steady. He had attended AA and seemed focused and calm. She said her love began with that version of him.
She also acknowledged that the marriage faltered and that challenges followed. Supporting someone through addiction proved difficult for both of them at times.
Quick facts and timeline
- Richards and Sheen married in 2002 and divorced in 2006.
- Their daughters are Sami (22) and Lola (21).
- aka Charlie Sheen premiered in September 2025 and includes interviews with ex-partners.
- Richards discussed the series on Bunnie Xo’s Dumb Blonde podcast on August 3.
