Denise Richards Returns to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills for Season 16

Actress and reality television star Denise Richards has confirmed she will be returning to the Bravo series The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills for its upcoming 16th season. The 55-year-old performer, who previously served as a main cast member during seasons nine and 10, shared that she has already begun filming for the new run.

Richards discussed her return during an appearance at the season two premiere of the show All's Fair. Speaking with Entertainment Tonight, she noted that she has already participated in a cast trip. While she did not disclose the full extent of her screen time, she indicated that she would be featured in several episodes throughout the season.

Reflecting on the upcoming production, Richards teased that viewers can expect the typical interpersonal conflicts associated with the franchise. "It's actually, you know, it's silly drama and it was really nice to see a lot of the women," she told reporters. She is expected to appear in a "friend of" capacity, a role she has held in previous guest appearances on the show.

The actress has maintained a sporadic presence on the program since her initial departure as a full-time cast member. She appeared as a guest in season 13 and again in season 15, where she addressed personal matters, including her divorce from ex-husband Aaron Phypers. Her return for season 16 marks another chapter in her long-standing relationship with the reality series.

In addition to her television work, Richards has been open about her personal life and aesthetic choices. Last year, she publicly disclosed that she underwent a $200,000 facelift. She stated that she chose to be transparent about the procedure after the topic was raised during her divorce proceedings. Richards worked with Dr. Ben Talei for the surgery, which included a deep-plane facelift, a brow lift, and various other facial enhancements.

Production for season 16 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is currently underway. The cast for the new season features a mix of returning personalities and new additions, including Leah Remini, who has joined as a full-time cast member. Other returning figures include Kyle Richards, Erika Jayne, and Dorit Kemsley, while Kathy Hilton and Jennifer Tilly are also slated to appear alongside Denise Richards as friends of the cast.