Denise Richards Hopeful Facelift Will Rejuvenate Dating Life and Acting Career (Exclusive)

A fresh start!

Denise Richards is banking on her recent nip/tuck to open new doors, both personally and professionally, a source tells Star.

On Friday, March 20, the Wild Things actress, 55, opened up to Allure about undergoing a facelift, blepharoplasty, brow lift and fat transfer roughly eight months ago — and having to deal with her contentious divorce from ex Aaron Phypers just 10 days post-operation.

“She’s seeing the full results of the surgery now and feeling 100 times more confident,” says the source. “Denise is already getting hit up for dates by some exciting candidates, so that’s another major positive.”

According to the source, the former Bond girl had hoped the makeover would not only attract eligible men, but also casting directors.

“Denise is on the hunt for movie roles and TV gigs, as well as branding deals — pretty much anything that brings in revenue,” shares the source. “While she still has her OnlyFans income, what she really wants is a big leading role, so she’s putting herself out there full force.”

In February, a judge ordered the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star to pay Phypers, 53, $5,000 a month in temporary spousal support.

She’s also being forced to foot his $30,000 legal bill.

“Denise is optimistic that the nightmare with Aaron will be behind her soon enough,” adds the source. “It’s been hellish and morale crushing, but she’s looking forward to a whole new chapter — and her new face is just the beginning of it!”