Denise Richards Reveals Past Assault on TV Show

In the season 3 premiere of 'Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test,' Denise Richards opened up about a traumatic sexual assault she experienced at age 15, revealing her struggle with fear and freezing in critical situations. During the high-stakes military training exercise, Richards expressed her motivation to participate in the show as a means to overcome these fears and build resilience. She recounted the assault, which involved a man attacking her from behind, and her inability to scream for help due to freezing. Richards has shared this traumatic experience publicly for the first time, aiming to inspire others and ensure her own daughters are prepared to handle dangerous situations. The show's Directing Staff noted her 'deer in the headlights' reaction during a helicopter extraction task, which prompted her to further explore and confront her past fears. This candid revelation reflects her determination to heal and become stronger through the challenges posed by the series.