Richards was granted a temporary restraining order on July 16 after detailing several alleged incidents of abuse by Phypers, which he denies

Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers' divorce has taken a dark turn. The actress and reality star, 54, has accused her estranged husband, 52, of abuse "throughout" their six-year marriage and requested a temporary domestic violence restraining order, according to court documents filed on Wednesday and obtained by Entertainment Weekly.

Denise Richards has filed for a temporary restraining order against Aaron Phypers, alleging years of physical and psychological abuse. The court documents detail disturbing claims of assault, threats,