Denise Richards is an American actress and former model. She was born on February 17, 1971, in Downers Grove, Illinois, USA. Richards began her career as a model in the 1980s and later transitioned to acting.

In 1998, Denise became a sex symbol after her steamy sex scene with Neve Campbell in the movie "Wild Things". That same year, she also posed for Playboy magazine, which boosted her popularity even more. She went on to appear in several popular films such as "Starship Troopers" and "The World Is Not Enough".

In recent years, Richards has made a return to the spotlight by joining the cast of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills". In addition, she has been active on OnlyFans, a subscription-based platform where creators can share exclusive content with their subscribers, including nude photos and videos.