Aaron Phypers makes shocking claim against Denise Richards

Aaron Phypers just claimed that Denise Richards never made the adoption of his daughter, official.

The 52-year-old businessman filed for the divorce from the Wild Things star last month after being married for six years.

In the latest court documents, filed this week and obtained by PEOPLE magazine, Aaron mentioned that Denise had him sign adoption papers for 14-year-old Eloise, who he described as his "daughter by bond of over nine years" but "failed to file them."

He also claimed that since the divorce, he has been left "legally without his daughter despite raising her as his own."

"This has caused immeasurable harm and demonstrates the imbalance [Denise] maintains in this matter,” Aaron added.

This came in as a response to Denise, who adopted Eloise as a baby and also has children Sami and Lola, with ex-husband Charlie Sheen, who asked a judge to order that he and his family vacate their home in Calabasas so she could retrieve her dogs and belongings without breaching the temporary restraining order they have in place.

"I do not oppose [Denise] retrieving her undisputed personal items and her mother’s items, and ensuring the dogs’ welfare, but I oppose any open-ended access or removal beyond an agreed, itemised list,” Aaron said in response.

He even revealed how three dates were offered for her to get her items but "with conditions that protect both parties from conflict and prevent removal of disputed or community property."

It is pertinent to mention that Aaron Phypers is seeking a contribution from Denise Richards for his $75,000 attorney fees, as well as an additional $140,500 "to address arrears" including seven months of past due rent.

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The conflict between Aaron and Denise highlights how complicated divorce proceedings can become, especially when children are involved. Aaron’s frustration stems not only from the financial burdens but also from his emotional attachment to Eloise. For nearly a decade, he played the role of a father, nurturing and caring for her as his own child. The legal loophole of the adoption papers not being filed has left him feeling powerless, a position that many stepparents can unfortunately relate to.

For Denise, the situation is equally complex. As the legal adoptive mother of Eloise, her bond with her daughter is protected by law. Aaron’s claim introduces a gray area that courts often struggle with—whether emotional parenting, in the absence of legal documentation, can carry the same weight as official adoption. This is not just a question of paperwork, but of what constitutes family in the eyes of the law.

Observers of the case point out that both parties appear to be deeply hurt and protective of their own interests. Denise, who has navigated high-profile relationships before, is now once again under the public microscope. Aaron, on the other hand, has shared that he feels abandoned in a parental sense, left grieving the absence of a daughter he still considers his own.

The financial disputes only add fuel to the fire. Aaron’s request for Denise to contribute to his legal fees and unpaid rent underscores the financial strain that can arise during a split. Divorce is rarely just about emotions—it often intertwines with money, property, and the practical aspects of daily life. In this case, the sums involved are significant, and the court will ultimately decide how much weight to give Aaron’s claims.

It is worth noting that Denise and Aaron’s relationship was once celebrated as strong and supportive, with the couple often appearing united in public. The unraveling of their marriage has now given way to legal battles, personal accusations, and disputes over property and pets. For Eloise, the teenager at the heart of this storm, the impact is likely the heaviest. Navigating adolescence is difficult enough without being caught in the middle of a parental conflict.

This ongoing legal dispute may take time to resolve, as family courts are tasked with carefully balancing legal technicalities with the emotional realities of those involved. Whether Aaron will be granted any legal recognition of his bond with Eloise remains uncertain. What is clear, however, is that both he and Denise view their roles in her life as central, though from very different perspectives.

For now, all eyes remain on the court proceedings. The case not only raises questions about adoption processes and the responsibilities of stepparents but also underscores the broader theme of how fragile family structures can become when legal and emotional bonds fail to align.