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Denise Richardsloves being a girl mom.
The actress and model, who celebrates her 55th birthday on Feb. 17, 2026, shares daughtersSami, born in 2004, and Lola, born in 2005, with ex-husbandCharlie Sheen. Then, in May 2011, she adopted her third daughter Eloise Joni shortly after her birth, telling PEOPLE in 2012, "I felt like I wasn't done having children, and I've always wanted to have a large family."
Of her accomplishments, Richardstold PEOPLE in 2019that she's "most proud" of how she raised her daughters, "especially in a time that is very different" from her own upbringing.
"It's extremely hard to keep children grounded," she explained. "This is not an easy time to grow up."
As theReal Housewives of Beverly Hillsalum turns 55, see her most adorable photos with her three beloved children.
Face Painting Fun
Sami and Lola looked extra-cute after going to a face-painting session with Mom in L.A.
Red Carpet Snuggles
Denise hugged her daughters at a celebrity picnic benefit in L.A.
Work of Arts and Crafts
The trio got their hands dirty with some arts and crafts.
Cutest Pumpkins in the Patch
Ahead of Halloween Sami and Lola were joined by their sister, Eloise, whom Deniseadoptedin 2011.
Make a Wish!
Denise celebrated her birthday with her "little pillars of strength," adding that "being a parent is the best gift."
On the Nice List
They also took some time to sit with Santa to state their case for being added to the Nice List!
All Smiles
Denise and Sami posed together at the 25th annual celebration of the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation in 2014.
Girls' Day
Lola and Sami joined their model mom for a photo in 2015.
A Coordinated Shot
Denise captioned this photo, "So blessed to be your mom it's the greatest gift I can imagine."
Watching the Sunset
Denise snuggled her daughter Lola before leaving for a work trip in 2018.
Zip Trip
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Lola and Richards went on their first ziplining experience while on vacation in Hawaii.
Horsing Around
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MarkingSami's 20th birthday, Richards posted a sweet tribute to her eldest daughter on Instagram. "I love you so much and I'm beyond grateful & blessed to be your mom. I love you girlie girl," she wrote.
Her Baby Girl
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During the holiday season, Richards and Eloise arrived at The Hollywood Christmas Parade in L.A.
Home Sweet Home
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For herPEOPLE cover in 2025, Richards and her three daughters got glammed up for a photoshoot.
Got That Glow
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To promote their new reality showDenise Richards & Her Wild Things, Richards made an appearance with Lola and Sami at Planet Hollywood in Times Square.
Talk That Talk Show
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Continuing their press run, Sami and Lola accompanied their mom to an appearance onWatch What Happens Live.
Puppy Love
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Richards, Lola and Sami matched in pink and white in a smiley selfie with their dog Peanut as the trio celebrated Mother's Day.
Soda Popping Out
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Eloise Joniwatched Richards' 1999 filmDrop Dead Gorgeouswith her at an Academy Museum screening.
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