Their marriage terminated in 2006, with Heather alleging irreconcilable problems, despite her public denial of these stories.
The Denise Richards Controversy and the Fallout Particularly because Heather’s friend Denise Richards started dating Richie soon after,
Their divorce gained widespread media attention. Despite Richards’ denials, her connection with Heather suffered irreversibly as a result of her romance with Sambora.
Richards said, “Unfortunately, that friendship was done and couldn’t be saved, and you can’t help who you fall for.” Even though Denise and Richie’s relationship ended, Heather was forever changed by the betrayal.
