Popular American actress and model Denise Richards, known for her role in Starship Troopers, made her first Instagram post on Thursday. The actress reflected on some of the painful moments and personal struggles she experienced in 2025, which included a messy divorce from her ex-husband, Aaron Phypers, allegations of his abuse, and eviction from her home.“Looking back at all the photos & videos I have of 2025, it feels like I'm looking at two different people & lived two different lives. Seeing a lot of your posts, many of you felt the same way. I will never forget this year, one of the most painful years I've lived. The year of the snake, A year of shedding, literally thanks to @drbentalei (more on that l have some pics & videos) A year of letting go, truths being exposed. As painful as it is, I'm so grateful for the clarity. I shed a lot of tears and felt pain & betrayal I never knew existed.” View this post on Instagram Instagram PostThe Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum also wrote about how grateful she was to her family for helping her get through the difficult moments with their love and support.“I couldn't have gotten through this year if it weren't for my family, old & new friends, this community, those of you l work with, & @drbentalei &@robertcohenmd who truly did so much for me. I'm so thankful you all got me through it. And going to comic cons this year & Bravocon was so humbling for me. Meeting all of you & hearing how much you've supported me throughout my career. I'm so grateful to all of you. I did have a lot of blessed happy moments in 2025 & especially the last couple months, l'm finally starting to feel like me again, only better.”She expressed her anticipation for the new year.“I'm looking forward to the year of the Horse. I feel very lucky that it starts on my birthday + Happy New year to all of you & Happy new You to those of you that really went through it in 2025. Happy 2026!”More details on Denise Richards’ divorceOn July 7, 2025, the Denise Richards’s ex-husband, Aaron Phypers, filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the breakup. Days later, Aaron told TMZ that Denise Richards cheated on him at the beginning of the year, and she was abusive towards him. He claimed that she hit and scratched him as well as smashed his phone. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostResponding to Aaron’s claims, Denise Richards accused him of domestic violence, alleging she was repeatedly abused during the course of their relationship. In November, the actress was granted a five-year restraining order against her estranged husband. It's set to expire in 2030.Also read: Who is Rozonda Thomas’ baby’s father? TLC singer and Matthew Lawrence open up about relationship