Denise Richards has spoken candidly about her recent breast implant revision surgery, revealing she now feels “healthy and confident” once more. The 54-year-old actress explained that her implants had ruptured while filming Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test last year, which led her to undergo reconstructive surgery. Sharing her experience on YouTube with her surgeon, Dr Robert Cohen, Richards said she was “so happy with the results” and even joked she “can’t wait for bikini season”.
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The former Bond star has been open about her decision to document her journey, posting on Instagram that she hoped her honesty would support others going through similar health challenges. Richards reflected on how attitudes towards privacy have changed since the 1990s, adding that she felt grateful for the openness and solidarity that social media now enables. She also revealed the injury occurred during a demanding stunt for the reality-based military training series, when a harness caused her implants to rupture after she jumped from a bridge.
Her surgery has coincided with a particularly difficult personal period, as Richards is in the midst of a divorce from Aaron Phypers. The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum described the situation as “a very, very, very difficult time”, acknowledging the emotional toll while thanking her supporters for their kind and encouraging messages. Though she avoided specifics, citing media scrutiny, Richards admitted she had been struggling and said she never expected to go through divorce for a second time.
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Despite the challenges, Richards remains determined to share her truth when the moment feels right. She confirmed she has undergone multiple procedures, including reconstructive surgery, but was mindful of how to discuss them given the timing of her personal struggles. Expressing deep gratitude to her fans, Richards said their messages had helped her cope during what she called one of the hardest chapters of her life. She concluded by promising that, in time, she would speak more openly about the circumstances of her separation.
