Denise Richards became emotional as she discussed her daughter Sammy’s struggles with bullying during high school. In an emotional conversation, Denise shared how Sammy had been hurt by cruel comments from her peers, including remarks about her appearance. Sammy had often been compared to her father, Charlie Sheen, with some kids saying she looked like him rather than her mother. More recently, Sammy received a comment saying she would “never be as pretty as your mom,” which deeply affected her.

Sammy, now 21, had opened up about these experiences on TikTok last year, documenting every step of her rhinoplasty surgery. She shared her recovery journey, with one post saying, “Day three recovering from my nose job, which is still so crazy to say now.” The family’s new reality show provided viewers with a closer look at Sammy’s decision to undergo the surgery, as well as the lead-up to it. In one scene, Sammy expressed her excitement to be done with the procedure, humorously referring to her nose as a “freaking honker stuck to my face.”

Denise, who has always been supportive of her daughter, revealed that while Sammy was excited about the surgery, she felt sad about the reason behind it. She shared that it was painful for her to see Sammy feel pressured to meet certain beauty standards. Denise admitted, “It made me so sad that Sammy wanted this,” adding, “I feel bad that she feels she has to live up to my nose or whatever.” She went on to explain that she never wanted her daughter to feel like she had to look a certain way, emphasizing that physical appearance should not define someone’s worth.

In reflecting on her role as a parent, Denise acknowledged the challenges of raising children in the public eye, especially in a city like Los Angeles where both she and Charlie Sheen have prominent careers. She mentioned that there were times when she wished she could move her children out of Los Angeles to protect them from the scrutiny that comes with living in the spotlight. However, she explained that because of her career and the public nature of their lives, it was difficult to make that move.

As Sammy prepares to embrace her individuality, Denise is hopeful that her daughter will eventually be recognized for who she truly is, rather than being defined by the expectations placed on her due to her parents’ fame. Sammy expressed how she looks forward to introducing herself to the world on her own terms. She shared, “It’ll definitely be a huge difference being recognized for myself and not for who my parents are,” a sentiment that reflected her desire for independence and the ability to shape her own identity.

The conversation shed light on the struggles that come with growing up in the public eye, especially when it comes to appearance and societal expectations. It also highlighted the love and support Denise has for her daughter, as she navigates the pressures of growing up in such a high-profile family.