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NBC News
2 days ago
- NBC News
Teddi Mellencamp's Los Angeles home target of burglary as she was home with kids and husband
Two people allegedly attempted to burglarize former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Teddi Mellencamp's Los Angeles home on Monday night, her husband said. Three people jumped their gate and set off their alarm system, Mellencamp's estranged husband Edwin Arroyave told NBC News Los Angeles. The suspects broke in through a side door into their office, but fled after about 20 seconds he said. He and Mellencamp were both home at the time with their four children, who ranged in age from 5 to 16 years old. "By the time we came down, they had already ran out," Arroyave said. "But I just saw, obviously, the doors open at the house and stuff." A spokesperson from the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed to NBC News that officers responded to a report of a burglary on Mellencamp's block at 10:15 p.m. on Monday night. The caller told officers that two men in black hoodies came to their house after a neighbor's house was burglarized, police said. Arroyave believes the suspects were scared off by the security system and the fact that people were home. Officers arrived quickly, but the suspects fled before they got to the house, Arroyave added. "You really don't see anything because they have hoods, fully covered, gloves," Arroyave said. "I mean, they're professionals at what they do and stuff, although these seem pretty young." Break-ins have become an "unfortunate thing" happening with some frequency in Los Angeles, he said. Arroyave focused on the positive aspects of the incident and that everyone was safe despite the scary moment. He urged others to "prepare for the unexpected." Mellencamp made headlines earlier this year when she revealed doctors found multiple tumors on her brain. She posted in February that she went to the hospital with a debilitating headache that prompted scans. She had previously been open about her ongoing battle with stage 2 melanoma, which metastasized into stage 4 cancer with tumors developed on her lungs and brain. Mellencamp shared later that month that the tumors 'significantly shrunk" following surgery and immunotherapy. In addition to her health struggle, Mellencamp is separated from Arroyave, but they paused divorce proceedings amid her cancer treatment. Arroyave has his own home but sometimes stays in a guest room at Mellencamp's house, according to Bravo, home of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills." This helps ensure that Mellencamp never sleeps alone while she deals with her health issues.
2 days ago
Attempted burglary reported at Teddi Mellencamp's Los Angeles home
An attempted burglary reported Monday night in Los Angeles took place at a home that property records show belongs to Teddi Mellencamp. Residents were inside the home at the time of the burglary, but it is not known whether Mellencamp, a former star of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," and her family were present, sources told ABC News. The Los Angeles Police Department said a call came in around 10:15 p.m. local time Monday for a burglary with residents inside. When police officers arrived at the home, the suspected burglars had left the home without obtaining full access The suspects gained entry to the property possibly through the garage but did not get far before they ran off, according to the LAPD. The suspects got away in a black BMW. The LAPD says it is looking for two males in black hooded sweatshirts. Mellencamp is the daughter of music legend John Cougar Mellencamp. The mom of four -- including a stepdaughter with her estranged husband Edwin Arroyave -- announced earlier this year that she was diagnosed with Stage 4 melanoma, a type of skin cancer, which she said had spread to her brain and lungs. Teddi Mellencamp has said
IOL News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Denise Richards slaps restraining order on Aaron Phypers amid explosive divorce drama
This week, actress and reality TV star Denise Richards made headlines not for a glamorous red carpet event, but for sharing unsettling allegations of domestic abuse against her estranged husband, Aaron Phypers. Image: Instagram In Hollywood, celebrity breakups often come wrapped in public statements, polite words, and carefully curated social media posts. But sometimes, the real story is darker and heartbreakingly human. This week, actor and reality TV star Denise Richards, 53, stepped into the spotlight not for a red carpet appearance, but to reveal shocking allegations of domestic abuse against her estranged husband, Aaron Phypers, 52. According to court documents filed last Wednesday and reported by "People", Richards has been granted a temporary restraining order after accusing Phypers of a pattern of physical and verbal abuse. The details, raw and unsettling, pull back the curtain on a relationship once painted as glamorous and supportive. 'Aaron would frequently violently choke me, violently squeeze my head with both hands, tightly squeeze my arms, violently slap me in my face and head, aggressively slam my head into the bathroom towel rack, threaten to kill me…' Richards alleges in her statement. She claims the abuse has left her with at least three concussions and adds she was too afraid to speak out earlier, fearing for her life and Phypers's threats to harm himself. Photographs included in the documents show Richards with a bruised, swollen eye, a painful glimpse into what she says was happening behind closed doors. Phypers, however, has fiercely denied the allegations, telling TMZ: 'The claims are not true. She is creating a story to save her image… I have all the real evidence.' A love story once shared with the world. For many fans, this breakup hits harder because Richards and Phypers didn't just share their love privately; they invited audiences in. From their 2018 wedding featured on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" to Phypers stepping behind the camera to shoot Richards's photos for her OnlyFans account, their bond was framed as playful, creative and deeply trusting. 'He shoots a lot of my photos, and I value his creative input,' Richards told "People" last year, praising his support as she launched her OnlyFans page. Phypers described his approach as 'high-fashion Vogue… not crazy, but sexy.' Richards seemed genuinely grateful for his involvement. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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The filing included requests for spousal support and, perhaps surprisingly, the return of his power tools. According to "US Weekly", Phypers claimed he made no income in the past year, while Richards reportedly earns around $250,000 monthly. They share no biological children, but Phypers named Richards's youngest daughter, Eloise, 14, as his stepdaughter, a reminder of the blended family they once presented to the world. While celebrity lives often feel distant from our own, experts say these revelations highlight truths many people quietly face. Saying that domestic abuse is often hidden behind the public image of a perfect relationship, especially when there's fame, money, or shared creative projects. Victims may fear speaking out because of threats, love, or concern for the partner's mental health. Studies cited by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) show that, on average, victims may leave an abusive relationship seven times before leaving for good. Financial power imbalances, public image, and emotional manipulation often complicate decisions to speak out. Richards's claims about fearing Phypers's threats to kill himself if she exposed the abuse echo what domestic violence researchers call 'coercive control', a pattern of intimidation and manipulation meant to keep victims silent. Studies cited by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) show that on average, victims may leave an abusive relationship seven times before leaving for good. Image: cottonbro studio /pexels When fame meets vulnerability Stories like this do more than satisfy celebrity curiosity. They challenge us to see the difference between what's shared online and what happens in private. Social media and reality TV often make relationships look effortless, but experts continue to warn that abuse can thrive when there's public pressure to look perfect. While Richards and Phypers's divorce is playing out under the glare of the tabloids, it's a sobering reminder: even relationships that appear picture-perfect can hide painful truths. For readers, it's a chance to reflect on what healthy love really looks like: trust, safety, respect and why fame doesn't shield anyone from domestic violence.
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Aaron Phypers accuses Denise Richards of drug abuse and infidelity
Aaron Phypers, estranged husband of actress Denise Richards, has accused her of long-term Vicodin addiction and an ongoing affair in a letter obtained by Page Six. The claims follow Richards' allegations of domestic abuse, for which she was recently granted a restraining order. Phypers, 52, alleges Richards, 54, has been abusing Vicodin, Adderall, and alcohol for years — referring to Vicodin as 'Vitamin D' or 'white chestnuts.' He claims her substance use endangers their daughter Eloise and that he has witnessed her passing out from the alleged combination. In the same letter, Phypers also accuses Richards of having an ongoing extramarital affair, stating he discovered explicit messages and broken promises. He says she physically assaulted him on July 4 — the day he filed for divorce — and that she smashed his phone to conceal evidence. Phypers further alleges stalking via an AirTag, denial of access to belongings, and harassment of his elderly parents. Despite Richards' claims in court documents that Phypers abused her throughout their marriage — including slapping, choking, and verbal assaults — he denies all allegations, stating he never physically harmed her. Sources close to Phypers claim Richards' bruised face photo was from a fall while intoxicated in 2022. Richards has not commented publicly on Phypers' latest claims. The former couple, who appeared together on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, are now entangled in a bitter legal battle involving abuse accusations, drug use, and infidelity.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Terrifying moment Denise Richards' husband Aaron Phypers' ‘abuse' was caught on camera in resurfaced RHOBH clip
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DENISE Richards' estranged husband Aaron Phypers was caught on camera making a disturbing comment in a resurfaced Real Housewives of Beverly Hills scene, The U.S. Sun can reveal. RHOBH alum Denise, 54, just filed a restraining order against Aaron, 52, for allegedly "violently choking" and "threatening to kill" her during their nearly seven-year marriage. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 8 Denise Richards stormed out of Kylie Richards' dinner party with husband Aaron Phypers in a June 2020 episode of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Credit: Bravo 8 Denise ordered Aaron to 'not say a word' during the tense exit Credit: Bravo 8 Aaron told Denise he was going to 'crush her hand' as they walked off camera Credit: Bravo 8 Denise's co-stars were concerned when they watched the episode months after filming Credit: Bravo Over five years ago in June 2020, Aaron's behavior during an episode of RHOBH's season 10 disturbed some fans. After a big fight with Teddi Mellencamp and Erika Jayne at Kyle Richards' dinner party, Aaron and Denise stormed off the lavish property. As the couple ran out hand in hand, cameras followed them- and captured some eerie comments. "F**k it," Aaron fumed. Read More Denise Richards SHOCK CLAIMS Denise Richards says husband Aaron Phypers 'threatened to kill her' "Baby don't say a word," Denise whispered. "Baby don't say anything, we're on camera." "Don't tell me what to say. I'm going to crush your f***ing hand," Aaron hissed between closed lips, out of the other cast members' earshot. Denise did not speak for the rest of the scene. After the episode aired, Denise's co-stars aired their concerns about Aaron's threat to his wife. "Wait! What did he just say??" Erika tweeted. "When I called him an a**hole I wasn't too far off," Teddi posted. Denise Richards Accuses Husband Aaron Phypers of Domestic Violence When Bravo boss Andy Cohen asked Denise about the disturbing comment at the season reunion later that year, she shrugged it off. "Denise, what was going on there? I believe he said he was going to crush your hand," Andy asked. "I did, because I didn't even know that either and I played it for him and he said, 'I don't even remember saying that. I don't know why I would say that, because I'm afraid of you,'" Denise responded. "Zero tolerance. Zero. Unacceptable," Sutton Stracke chimed in. "I didn't hear it on the show, but I saw it on social media and that's when I was like, 'Oh my God!' And I was, you know, I was worried," Garcelle Beauvais said. Denise left RHOBH after that season, but returned to make cameos in later years. 'VIOLENT' BEHAVIOR As The U.S. Sun reported, Denise was granted a restraining order against Aaron in L.A. court this week. "Throughout our relationship, Aaron would frequently violently choke me, violently squeeze my head with both hands, tightly squeeze my arms, violently slap me in my face and head, aggressively slam my head into the bathroom rack, threaten to kill me," she wrote in court documents obtained by The U.S. Sun. "Aaron regularly threatened to 'break my jaw' and would cry, beg me to stay, and promise to get help - none of which ever happened. "Aaron has caused me at least three concussions. Aaron has told me that he has left recording devices to record me while I was alone in hotel rooms and at my townhouses." Aaron originally filed for divorce on July 7. A source told The U.S. Sun that Denise felt betrayed by Aaron for filing papers and demanding spousal support. Denise is the mom to Sami, Lola and Eloise, but has no children with Aaron. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or chat at 8 Aaron and Denise looked happy as they attended the Jonathan Foundation's 11th Annual Spring Fundraiser at Sheraton Universal Hotel on May 17 in LA Credit: Getty 8 Denise shared photos of her bruises in he restraining order filing Credit: Superior Court of California 8 Denise, here on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, is mom to Sami and Lola Credit: Getty
