Denise Richards is fighting back against her ex-husband Aaron Phypers’ attempt to claim half of her OnlyFans earnings.
The actress has asked a judge to deny his request for a substantial monthly payout, citing a critical procedural error that could derail his entire claim.
According to new legal documents obtained by TMZ, Richards argues that Phypers missed a crucial court deadline that should disqualify his financial demands.
The dispute centers around earnings that could total hundreds of thousands of dollars monthly from the subscription-based platform.
The OnlyFans Money Battle
Phypers has claimed that Richards earns between $200,000 and $300,000 every month from her OnlyFans account. He’s requesting half of those earnings as part of their contentious divorce proceedings.
Richards isn’t backing down from the challenge. Her legal team has filed documents arguing that Phypers’ request should be thrown out entirely based on procedural grounds.
The Missed Deadline That Changes Everything
The crux of Richards’ defense hinges on a filing requirement that Phypers allegedly failed to meet. According to the legal documents, he was required to submit an updated income and expense declaration to the court.
Richards’ legal team points out that Phypers missed a Friday deadline for this critical filing. By Tuesday, when Richards’ attorneys filed their response, Phypers still hadn’t submitted the required documentation.
This procedural misstep could prove costly for Phypers. Courts typically require both parties in divorce proceedings to provide current financial information to ensure fair spousal support determinations.
A Nasty Divorce Gets Nastier
The OnlyFans dispute is just the latest chapter in what has become an increasingly bitter split between Richards and Phypers. The couple has been fighting over money throughout their divorce proceedings, with financial disagreements dominating their legal battles.
Phypers has been vocal about his financial difficulties during the separation. He’s made his economic struggles public knowledge, painting a picture of someone in need of spousal support.
Richards, meanwhile, appears determined to protect earnings she considers separate from their marriage. Her OnlyFans venture represents a business decision she made independently, and she’s fighting to keep those profits as her own.
What OnlyFans Money Means in Divorce Court
The case highlights an increasingly common issue in modern divorce proceedings: how courts should handle income from newer digital platforms. OnlyFans has become a lucrative revenue stream for celebrities and influencers, but its treatment in divorce settlements remains legally complex.
Several factors typically influence whether such earnings are considered marital property:
- When the account was created: Income generated during marriage is often considered marital property
- Whether marital resources were used: If joint funds helped build the platform presence, claims may be stronger
- State-specific community property laws: Different states have varying rules about income division
- Timing of separation: Earnings after legal separation may be treated differently
Richards’ case could set precedent for how celebrity OnlyFans earnings are handled in future divorce proceedings.
The Judge’s Decision Looms
As of now, no ruling has been issued on Richards’ request to deny Phypers’ claim. The judge will need to weigh whether the missed deadline is sufficient grounds to throw out his request entirely or whether he’ll be given another opportunity to file the required documents.
Courts generally have discretion in these matters. While procedural requirements are important, judges sometimes allow parties to correct filing errors, especially when substantial financial claims are at stake.
However, Richards’ legal team is clearly hoping that Phypers’ oversight will work in their favor. The timing of their filing—pointing out that days had passed since the deadline with no submission—suggests they’re pushing for a swift denial.
What Comes Next
Both parties now await the judge’s decision on whether Phypers’ procedural failure will doom his financial claim. If the judge rules in Richards’ favor, Phypers may lose his chance at claiming half of her OnlyFans income.
If the judge allows him additional time to file the required declaration, the battle will continue—potentially leading to deeper scrutiny of Richards’ actual earnings and how they should be classified under divorce law.
The case underscores how high-profile divorces increasingly involve income streams that didn’t exist when many divorce laws were written. As celebrities continue leveraging platforms like OnlyFans for substantial earnings, courts will need to develop clearer frameworks for handling these assets in divorce proceedings.
For now, Richards is standing firm on protecting what she views as her independent income—earnings she generated through her own content creation efforts on a platform separate from her marriage.