Recap of Denise Richards & Her Wild Things Episode 7: A Reunion to Remember
The much-anticipated episode 7 of Denise Richards & Her Wild Things, titled “My Dinner with Charlie,” aired on Bravo on April 1. This episode marked the reality TV debut of Charlie Sheen, focusing on his emotional reunion with ex-wife Denise Richards and their two daughters, Sami and Lola.
Prior to this significant meeting, Denise celebrated her sixth wedding anniversary with her husband, Aaron Phypers. During their intimate conversation, she reflected on the complexity of her past relationship with Charlie and its repercussions on her life.
As the plot unfolds, Denise informs Sami and Lola that their father, Charlie, would like to have lunch with them. Although Sami was initially hesitant, she ultimately decided to join her mother and sister for the meeting.
Episode Highlights: What Went Down
“Denise and Aaron celebrate their sixth wedding anniversary and reminisce about how their relationship started; Denise and Lola join Charlie Sheen, Denise’s ex and Lola’s dad, for a surprising meal.”
The episode opens with a romantic dinner between Denise and Aaron. They have been together for over eight years and married for six, offering viewers a glimpse into their loving relationship as they reflect on their wedding on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills season 9. Denise emphasized the mutual respect and love they share, qualities she felt were absent in her previous marriage to Charlie.
Denise candidly discusses the turbulence of her past with Charlie, revealing that her life was so disrupted at one point that she had to file for divorce while pregnant with Lola.
The Emotional Reunion with Charlie Sheen
When the family gathers for lunch, Lola expresses her disbelief at the idea of her parents once being married. Her comment sparks a genuine conversation about family dynamics.
“You know what’s so funny? I could never picture you guys being married. Like, sometimes I think about if you were still married and we all lived in the same house,”she said.
Denise reassured her daughter that a harmonious family life could have been possible if they had stayed together, a sentiment that Charlie quickly echoed. Denise expressed gratitude for this reunion and suggested the possibility of future gatherings, playfully acknowledging that others might find their situation odd.
When Charlie inquired about her reasons for wanting to reunite, Denise quipped it was because he was a “superstar.”Lola quickly responded, highlighting that Denise herself was also a superstar.
Lola shared her fear of the potential fame that comes with their family’s legacy, prompting Charlie to advise her to ignore negative media representations. He emphasized that avoiding such scrutiny could make it irrelevant to her experience.
New episodes of Denise Richards & Her Wild Things air weekly on Tuesdays on Bravo and can be streamed the following day on Peacock.