United Kingdom, Aug. 22 -- Denise Richards is going through a "very, very, very difficult time" amid her divorce from Aaron Phypers.

The former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star split from the 52-year-old businessman two months ago and she has subsequently accused him of abuse, while he alleged she was unfaithful, and though she "can't comment" on the specifics of the break-up, she is grateful for the support of fans while times are hard.

Denise - who has Sami, 21, and Lola, 20, with ex-husband Charlie Sheen and a 14-year-old adopted daughter, Eloise - said on Instagram: "I was just checking in to see how your summer's been going. Mine's been wonderful. It's actually been s*****, but I'm going to pretend like it's all good. I've act...