It was a nostalgic reunion for Denise Richards and Charlie Sheen as the former couple appeared together on the red carpet nearly two decades after their split. The pair, who divorced in 2006 after four years of marriage, stepped out at the September 4 premiere of Charlie’s new Netflix docuseries, aka Charlie Sheen.
This marked their first joint red carpet appearance since 2005, when they attended the SAG Awards shortly before announcing their separation. Despite their past, Denise Richards and Sheen appeared comfortable and at ease, smiling for photographers and even sharing a warm hug in front of the cameras.
A Red Carpet Reunion
For the occasion, Denise Richards stunned in black satin pants and a sheer, sparkling black crop top layered over a bandeau, showing off her signature style. Charlie, now 60, opted for a casual yet polished look in dark jeans, a crisp white button-down, and a plaid blazer. The two were joined by their daughters, Sami, 21, and Lola, 20, who remain a central part of their co-parenting journey.
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According to E News, the actress isn’t just making red carpet appearances with her ex—she also features in his new documentary alongside other important figures from his life. aka Charlie Sheen, includes commentary from Sheen’s third wife, Brooke Mueller, as well as Two and a Half Men costar Jon Cryer and creator Chuck Lorre, giving fans a layered look at the actor’s personal and professional history.
Life After Their Split
This red carpet moment comes not long after Charlie made a cameo in Denise Richards’ own Bravo series, Denise Richards & Her Wild Things. In an April episode, viewers saw the pair dining with their daughter Lola, who admitted she found it hard to imagine her parents as a married couple. Denise responded that their family would have “had fun,” a sentiment Charlie agreed with.
Now 54, Denise Richards continues to share candid moments from her life, even as she navigates her current divorce from Aaron Phypers. Speaking earlier this year, she explained her decision to include Sheen in her reality series, saying, “It’s about our life, and I said, ‘Come on, we have to show you on.’” It’s great.” For fans, seeing Richards and Sheen together again highlights not only their history but also the unique bond they still share.