Hold on to your hats folks because Denise Richards is back on reality TV and this time it is personal. Her brand new show " Denise Richards & Her Wild Things" just premiered and it is already spilling some serious family tea. Turns out there is major drama brewing between her daughters Sami and Lola and it is all playing out on screen. Get ready for some sibling rivalry Hollywood style!
Sister Showdown: Sami and Lola Sheen's Feud Takes Center Stage in Denise Richards' Reality Series
In the very first episode Denise drops a bomb. She reveals that her oldest daughters Sami and Lola both from her marriage with Charlie Sheen are straight up "not speaking". Yes you heard that right sisterly relations are ice cold right now. Apparently things are so tense that Lola even skipped the family vacation. Ouch.
What is the cause of all this drama? Well it sounds like a classic case of ex-boyfriend issues. Denise explains that Lola is still friends with Sami's ex-boyfriend and that is causing major friction. Lola claims Sami thought she was after her guy while Sami says Lola and the ex were talking about her behind her back which is total "girl code" violation in her book. Yikes it is getting messy already.
Both Sami and Lola give their sides of the story in confessional interviews. Lola insists she introduced Sami to the boyfriend and did not expect to drop him as a friend just because they broke up. Sami on the other hand feels betrayed and claims Lola was being "flirty" with her ex. It is a he said she said situation with family ties making it extra complicated.
Barbecue Blowout: Denise Richards' Attempt to Broker Peace Backfires Spectacularly
Being the mom Denise tries to play peacemaker. She throws a family barbecue hoping to get Sami and Lola to patch things up. Bless her heart but it does not go as planned. In fact it pretty much explodes. When Denise tries to get them to talk Sami comes in hot with sarcasm saying things would only work "if someone here was capable of holding themselves accountable". Ouch that is directed at Lola clearly.
Lola fires back accusing Sami of being disrespectful and "so rude". Things escalate quickly with Sami dropping a bomb of her own calling Lola a "bitch". And just like that any hope for a peaceful family moment goes up in flames. Both daughters storm off leaving Denise to wonder if her parenting is to blame for all this mess. Talk about awkward family gatherings!
Faith and Former Flames: More Layers to the Sami and Lola Sister Feud Unveiled
The drama does not end there. In the second episode of "Denise Richards & Her Wild Things" we learn there is even more to the sisterly strife. Lola reveals she has become "a woman of God" after turning 18. And it sounds like their differing beliefs are also playing a role in the conflict. Lola says Sami is not going to understand her "way of thinking" without "the Lord and her working on her heart". That is some serious stuff.
Both sisters admit they feel like they have "nothing" in common except being related. Sami feels judged by Lola and even thinks Lola believes she is involved with "Satan". It is clearly more than just a boyfriend issue at this point. They bring in a cousin to mediate at a lunch but even that gets heated. More old drama gets dredged up like Lola dating Sami's ex-boyfriend's best friend. It's a tangled web of teenage relationships and family history.
Eventually after a lot of back and forth and some real talk Lola does apologize to Sami for hurting her and Sami reciprocates apologizing for saying hurtful things. They even exchange "I love yous" which Lola admits is rare for Sami. Lola is hopeful that "time will heal it" but it is clear this sisterly rift is deep and complicated. Reality TV gold for Bravo but definitely tough for the Richards-Sheen family.
Charlie Sheen in the Mix? Ex-Husband to Appear on Denise Richards' Reality Show Too
While the focus is on Denise and her daughters it sounds like Charlie Sheen will also make an appearance on "Denise Richards & Her Wild Things". Denise mentioned that "you will see" Charlie in the series. This is interesting given their famously tumultuous divorce back in 2006. Remember all that tabloid drama?
However it seems like they are aiming for a more harmonious co-parenting vibe now. Denise even mentioned filming with Charlie's ex-wife Brooke Mueller and one of her sons which suggests a blended family dynamic might be explored on the show. Denise said it is "important for him to also support what the girls are doing and also he is part of our life and the show is about our life." So while things might not always be "good and positive" with Charlie Denise wants to show the reality of their family life with all its ups and downs.
Denise Richards Reality TV Comeback: From "It's Complicated" to "Wild Things"
This is not Denise Richards' first rodeo in the reality TV world. Back in 2009 she had her own show "Denise Richards: It's Complicated" which followed her life after the divorce from Charlie Sheen. That show only lasted two seasons. Then she joined "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" in 2018 becoming a fan favorite but also leaving after two seasons amid drama with the cast.
"Denise Richards & Her Wild Things" is her third reality TV venture and it sounds like she is hoping for more than two seasons this time. This new show is described as a "comedic documentary series" and is blending elements of her past reality shows focusing on her family but also bringing in some of that light fun vibe from "It's Complicated". Her family dynamic especially with her daughters is supposed to be the "heart" of the show. Will it be a hit? Bravo is certainly hoping so!
Where to Watch "Denise Richards & Her Wild Things" and Get Your Reality TV Fix
Want to dive into all this family drama for yourself? "Denise Richards & Her Wild Things" premiered on Bravo on March 4th with two back-to-back episodes. New episodes air on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo.
If you have cable you are all set. If you are a cord-cutter you can watch it through live TV streaming services like DIRECTV Stream fuboTV or Sling TV all of which offer Bravo in their packages. Peacock will also have new episodes available to stream the day after they air. So there are plenty of ways to tune in and witness the "wild things" happening in Denise Richards' world!
Meet Denise Richards' Family: A Reality TV Breakdown
- Denise Richards: Reality star actress and mom at the center of the show. Ex-wife of Charlie Sheen current wife of Aaron Phypers.
- Sami Sheen: Eldest daughter (age 20) with Charlie Sheen. Model and OnlyFans content creator. In a feud with sister Lola.
- Lola Sheen: Middle daughter (age 19) with Charlie Sheen. Hostess and devout Christian. In a feud with sister Sami.
- Eloise Richards: Adopted daughter (age 13). Has a chromosome disorder with speech and development delays. Enjoys being on camera.
- Aaron Phypers: Denise Richards' husband. Appears in the reality show and supportive of Denise and her daughters.
- Charlie Sheen: Denise Richards' ex-husband and father of Sami and Lola. Will make an appearance on the show.