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From the golden screen to the silver screen, movie and televisions stars captivate us with their entertaining portraits of fictional and real characters. With that said, these celebrities also prove to be entertainers outside of their work, especially when it comes to their personal lives and the issue of divorce.
With movie stars often marrying within their select rich-and-famous culture, rumors of divorce are often rampant. Just ask the wacky Tom Cruise and his lovely lady Katie Holmes.
Whether it's the recent child custody dispute between former "Baywatch" star and German signing sensation David Hasselhoff and his ex-wife or the fallout between the angry Alec Baldwin voicemail to his daughter with Kim Basinger, the drama does not necessarily stop after big-name celebrities get a divorce. Come see what we mean with the following entertainment celebrity divorce news.
And don't forget to follow our very popular Celebrity Divorce Spotlight section on the headline-making sports, music, business and bizarre divorces of the day.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for May 30, 2008
Bill Murray and Wife Divorcing After Ten Years of Marriage
Jennifer Butler Murray, wife of actor and comedian Bill Murray, has filed for divorce after ten years of marriage in a Charleston County courthouse. Butler Murray reportedly accused Bill Murray of drug addiction, abandonment, adultery, and physical abuse, according to court filings in early May. The filings have subsequently been sealed by a court order. Murray was arrested for DUI last year while driving a golf cart on a golf course. Jennifer Butler Murray is reportedly seeking a restraining order barring Murray from her home and is requesting the court to determine whether a pre-nuptial agreement she signed is valid.
Dylan McDermott Represents Himself in Divorce Court
If Heather Mills can do it, so can actor Dylan McDermott. McDermott, who filed for divorce from Shiva Rose, his wife of 11 years, will be representing himself in court during his divorce hearings. McDermott filed for divorce in a Los Angeles Superior Court in mid-May, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple has two children together, both minors.
Star Jones Rumored to Be Dating Already; Just Filed for Divorce
With divorce papers only freshly filed, rumors are flying that Star Jones is already dating a man named Marc Lamont Hill, who is 17 years younger than the former "View" co-host. The National Enquirer and other tabloids are blaming Hill, who is a political analyst, for Jones' divorce from Al Reynolds. Jones and Reynolds were married for three years.
Heather Mills on Divorce: "I Will Let Go of the Past"
Heather Mills, the bitter ex-wife of Sir Paul McCartney, said on her website that she will "let go of the past" and will "relax properly." Mills then reportedly spent $250k on a much-reported lavish holiday for herself and her friends. Mills, who famously threw a glass of water on McCartney's divorce attorney Fiona Shackleton during her divorce hearings, will receive more than $50 million for four years of marriage to McCartney. The couple has one child together.
Actor Will Smith on Marriage: Divorce is Not an Option
On the Ellen DeGeneres show recently, actor Will Smith spoke of his marriage to Jada Pinkett Smith, telling DeGeneres that the key to a long-term marriage is to "remove" divorce as an option in the marriage. "What I found is divorce just can't be an option...and I think that's the problem with L.A. - there are so many options. So a huge part of the success for [Jada and I] is that we just removed the other options," Smith said, "We're like listen, we're going to be together one way or the other so we might as well try to be happy."
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for May 23, 2008
Kiefer Sutherland Finalizes Divorce from Elizabeth Kelly Winn
Did we even know he was married? Bad boy actor Kiefer Sutherland, who has made bigger headlines recently for a stint in jail over a DUI probation violation, has been granted a divorce from estranged wife Elizabeth Kelly Winn. Sutherland filed for divorce in 2004, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple has no children together. This was Sutherland's second marriage.
John Cleese Paying $150,000 Per Month in Alimony Already
Comedian John Cleese is reportedly paying estranged psychotherapist wife Alice Eichelberger $150,000 per month for "temporary maintenance." Cleese joked with reporters outside a London courtroom recently that his divorce was "going to be very, very expensive, but worth every penny." The couple split four months ago after 15 years of marriage. Both had been married previously.
Judge to Finalize Divorce for Paul McCartney and Heather Mills Soon
If there are no objections, a preliminary decree will become final soon for the Paul McCartney and Heather Mills divorce. Neither Mills nor McCartney appeared in court for the preliminary decree. The couple settled their acrimonious divorce recently, with Mills getting a reported $47.5 million for four years of marriage. The couple has one child together.
Actor Dylan McDermott Divorcing Wife of 12 Years
Actor Dylan McDermott from the television series "The Practice" has filed for divorce from wife Shiva Rose in a Los Angeles Superior Court after 12 years of marriage. Court papers cite irreconcilable differences and claim the couple separated in March 2007. McDermott has requested joint custody of their two children.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for May 8, 2008
Robin Williams Happy to Have Peaceful Divorce
Comedian Robin Williams reportedly spoke openly on the Ellen DeGeneres show about his divorce from TV producer wife Marsha Garces. Williams reportedly said that he was "lucky" to be divorcing "someone like Marsha, and . it's not a slash and burn. I think a lot of times divorce can be like circumcision with a weed whacker." The couple has reportedly agreed in writing, filed with the San Francisco Superior Court, to be respectful of each other during the divorce proceedings. Williams and Garces were married for 19 years. They have two children together.
Actor Gary Coleman Gets Divorce on TV Show "Divorce Court"
Perhaps his career isn't what it should be these days. Child actor Gary Coleman, now 40, once starred on the television show "Diff'rent Strokes" and has now agreed to divorce his wife Shannon Price on the television show "Divorce Court." The couple has been married for less than one year. Judge Lynn Toler will preside over the case, which will air in more than one episode.
John Cleese Reportedly "Fuming" over Wife's Divorce Demands
London's Daily Mail tabloid has reported rumors that actor John Cleese told friends he is "fuming" over third wife Alyse Faye Eichelberger's financial demands. Eichelberger and Cleese announced their split in January. According to an unnamed "source," the divorce has turned ugly because Eichelberger is asking for half of Cleese's earnings and property, plus more than $100,000 per month in alimony. The couple has been married since 1992. Eichelberger is Cleese's third wife.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for April 25, 2008
Star Jones Files for Divorce from Al Reynolds
Former "View" talk show host Star Jones Reynolds has filed for divorce from her husband, Al Reynolds, after slightly more than three- years of marriage. The wedding was highly criticized because of the amount of freebies and "sponsors" Jones and Reynolds obtained for the wedding. In a statement made to Access Hollywood, Jones said, "I have committed myself to handling this situation with dignity and grace, and look forward to emerging from this period as a stronger and wiser woman." Jones also acknowledged in her statement that her public wedding was "an error in judgment by inviting the media into the most intimate area of my life." The couple was married in 2004.
John Cleese and Wife Divorcing after 15 Years of Marriage
Monty Python star John Cleese and psychologist wife Alyce Faye Eichelberger are divorcing after 15 years of marriage, according to papers filed in a Los Angeles Superior Court. Eichelberger is reportedly seeking homes in London and New York, plus $1 million in yearly alimony. The couple was married in 1992, and although they both have children from prior marriages, they have no children together.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for April 18, 2008
Michael Lohan Takes Dina Lohan to Court Over Children
Lindsay Lohans father Michael Lohan will reportedly re-open his divorce case against ex-wife Dina, claiming she is not allowing him or his parents to see their children. He also claims that Dinas new reality television show was his idea and that shes even using the title he had pitched to other television execs. "Dina uses people, gets what she wants and then turns her back on them or claims the ideas were hers all along. She thinks the law doesn't apply to her or her family since they always get away with things and use Lindsay's name to do it." After Lohans statement, rumors swirled that Lindsay Lohan was behind the new divorce filing. "Lindsay has nothing to do with it," said Michael Lohan.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for April 11, 2008
Actress Jasmine Guy Files for Divorce from Husband of Nine Years
Jasmine Guy from the show "A Different World" has filed for divorce in a Los Angeles Superior Court against husband Terence Duckette. Guy cited irreconcilable differences and asked for primary custody of the couple's nine year old daughter in addition to spousal support. Guy and Duckett were married in 1998.
British Talk Show Host Chris Tarrant Reaches Financial Settlement
Brtitish TV host Chris Tarrant has finally agreed to financial terms with his estranged wife, Ingrid. The couple was married for 15 years. Tarrant is the host of the British version of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire' and reportedly conceded to pay Ingrid half of his estimated $50 million fortune. The couple separated in 2006, amidst rumors that Tarrant had been unfaithful.
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow Denies Divorce Rumors
Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow had denied rumors that her marriage to rocker Christ Martin is in trouble because the couple is rarely seen in public together. In an interview with British Glamour magazine, Paltrow reportedly said, "You will never see us out publicly... we just don't want to be one of those couples," she said. Paltrow dismissed rumors of an impending divorce as "ridiculous" but did admit that Martin gets angry with her when she comments about their marriage publicly. "He gets furious if I say something about him," she reportedly revealed. Ooops.
Sean Penn and Robin Wright Penn Call Off Divorce... Again
For the second time in less than six months, actors Sean Penn and Robin Wright Penn have filed paperwork in a Marin County Superior Court to dismiss their divorce petitions. The couple filed for divorce twice in December of 2007, after 11 years of marriage. The first petition for divorce was filed by Sean Penn and withdrawn in December. Within days, Robin Wright Penn had filed again. Their first court hearing had been scheduled for April 21. The couple has two children together, both teenagers.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for April 3, 2008
Robin Williams Rumored to be Dating 27-Year Old during Divorce
Even though his wife of 19 years only filed for divorced last week in San Francisco, California, comedian Robin Williams, 56, is rumored to be romantically linked to Charlotte Filbert, a 27-year old whom he met through designer Tommy Hilfiger's daughter, Ally. World Entertainment News Network said that Williams and his wife Marsha Garces have been living separately for more than one year.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for March 27, 2008
Rumors that Star Jones and Al Reynolds May Split Soon
The National Enquirer has reported rumors that Star Jones Reynolds may soon divorce her husband Al Reynolds. Jones and Reynolds were married in 2004, in a ceremony that was highly criticized in the media because Jones used her former position on the television show The View to solicit "sponsors" who paid for the expensive event. Jones' most recent television endeavor, a talk show, was canceled. Neither party has officially filed for divorce.
Rick Salomon Claims Fraud in Divorce from Pam Anderson
At least they agree on this much: the quickie Las Vegas marriage between Pam Anderson and Rick Salomon involved fraud. Pam Anderson had originally claimed fraud in her divorce papers against estranged husband Rick Salomon, but now Salomon has responded in turn with a "right back atcha" by accusing Anderson of fraud. The couple was married for two months after dating for a short time. Neither has explained the reason for claiming "fraud" in the marriage. Salomon and Anderson have both filed for an annulment. This was a third marriage for both.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for March 14, 2008
Comedian Johnnie Vegas and Wife Kitty Donnelly Divorced
Digital Spy has reported that Comedian Johnny Vegas, now divorced from wife Kitty Donnelly, has claimed in court papers that Donnelly was "abusive" and that's why they divorced. The couple's divorce was made final in a London High Court this week. Vegas, in court papers, accused Donnelly of drinking too much in September 2003 and being "aggressive and abusive the entire night." The couple has one child together and married in 2002. They have been separated since 2005.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for March 7, 2008
"Scary Movie" Actress Anna Faris Finalizes Divorce
Scary Movie actress Anna Faris finalized her divorce from actor husband Benjamin Indra in a Los Angeles Superior Court. According to court papers, Faris will pay Indra $900,000 and the couple will split property and acting royalties. The couple married in 2004 and separated in March of last year. They have no children together.
Infidelity with Daughter's Friend May Have Led to Hulk Hogan's Divorce
The Contra Costa Times and the National Enquirer have reported that Hulk Hogan may have had an affair with his 19-year old daughter Brooke's best friend, causing an end to his 24-year marriage to his wife Linda. Christiane Plante claimed in the National Enquirer that she has been dating Hogan and that wrestler and reality star's marriage was already splitsville when they got together. The rumor mill is skeptical. Brooke Hogan reportedly posted a message on Perez Hilton's website that said,"When your best friend and one of your closest family members... betray you together, you could maybe find it in yourself to forgive one day... but you will never forget the hurt they caused you." Neither Hogan nor wife Linda have commented on the rumors.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for February 29, 2008
Pam Anderson Files for Annulment from Rick Salomon
Actress Pam Anderson has filed a petition in a Los Angeles Superior Court to nullify her two-month marriage to Rick Salomon. Anderson lists the reason for her petition as "voidable marriage based on fraud." Anderson filed for divorce (twice) in December of last year, shortly after marrying Salomon in Las Vegas. Anderson was previously married to rock stars Kid Rock and Tommy Lee. Salomon was previously married to actresses Shannen Doherty and Elizabeth Daily.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for February 22, 2008
Ryan Phillippe Speaks Out About Divorce from Reese Witherspoon
The British tabloid The Sun has reported that actor Ryan Phillipe confessed to W magazine that his divorce from actress Reese Witherspoon left him severely depressed, with the actor at one point contemplating suicide. Phillipe has since moved on, he said. "It's a process that's not easy, but I get less and less sad about it every day." The couple divorced in 2007 after nearly eight years of marriage. They have two children together.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for February 14, 2008
David Hasselhoff and Pamela Bach Bicker over Who Gets Golf Cart
Now that they've settled most of their financial and custody issues, David Hasselhoff and Pamela Bach have found something else to fight about: a golf cart and a motorcycle. A Los Angeles Superior Court judge ruled that Hasselhoff can get the motorcycle but postponed a ruling about the golf cart.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for February 12, 2008
David Hasselhoff and Pamela Bach Bicker over Who Gets Golf Cart
Now that they've settled most of their financial and custody issues, David Hasselhoff and Pamela Bach have found something else to fight about: a golf cart and a motorcycle. A Los Angeles Superior Court judge ruled that Hasselhoff can get the motorcycle but postponed a ruling about the golf cart.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for February 1, 2008
Hulk Hogan in Divorce "Shenanigans," Says Wife Linda
TMZ has reported that Hulk Hogan has been accused of "legal shenanigans" by his estranged wife Linda. According to court papers, Linda claims that $10 million is now missing from their account, and hubby Hulk had attempted to trick her into signing a "post-nuptial" agreement by pretending to send her to an estate planning lawyer. Linda has requested that Hulk's assets be frozen.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for January 18, 2008
Pamela Anderson: Divorce from Rick Salomon "Can of Worms"
Oh, Pammy. On the rebound from ex-husband Kid Rock, Pamela Anderson married Rick Salomon after a whirlwind romance and filed for divorce in December. Tabloids reported a pregnancy, but Anderson reportedly denied the rumors. "No more kids," she reportedly said, and called her latest divorce a "big fat juicy can of worms." The marriage was the third for both: Anderson has been previously married to rocker Tommy Lee and Kid Rock, while Salomon was married to actress Shannen Dougherty and Elizabeth Dailey.
Tracy Morgan's Wife Sabine Says Divorce Back On
Sabina Morgan, wife of comedian and "30 Rock" star Tracy Morgan, has announced plans to refile for divorce after 22 years of marriage. News reports have said that Sabina is fed up with Morgan's reported struggles with alcoholism. Last year, Morgan was ordered to wear an ankle bracelet after he was charged with DUI and probation violations. Sabina was recently quoted as saying, "I have feelings for him, but the marriage is over," Sabina was also quoted as saying "It's terrible that he's drinking again. He knows he shouldn't be doing that for so many reasons; his health especially."
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for January 3, 2008
Sean Penn and Robin Wright Penn to Divorce
After 11 years of marriage, "Princess Bride" Robin Wright Penn has filed for divorce from Oscar-winning husband Sean Penn, citing irreconcilable differences. Sean Penn had filed for divorce several weeks earlier, but the case was dismissed by both parties. The Penns have two children together, both teenagers. Sean Penn was once notoriously married to the singer Madonna and was known for his outbursts at paparazzi.
David Faustino's Divorce from Wife Andrea Final
Divorced without children: former child actor David Faustino, of the hit television show, "Married With Children," has finalized his divorce from wife Andrea. The couple married in 2004 and separated in 2006. They have no children together.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for December 14, 2007
British Big Brother Chantelle Houghton Struggles after Divorce
Britain's Now magazine has reported that Chantelle Houghton of Celebrity Big Brother has admitted that her divorce from fellow contestant Samuel Preston has left her with low self-esteem. Since her divorce, Houghton claims she has dropped a significant amount of weight, had her breasts enlarged, and paid for "fake tanning." The magazine quotes diet expert Nicki Waterman as saying that Houghton could be suffering from "body dysmorphia" as the result of her divorce. Houghton admitted that she became bulimic after her divorce: "I was so unhappy, I got drunk most nights and scoffed crisps and chocolate. I hated my body, so I started making myself sick." Houghton has said that she is "repulsed" by her body after her divorce.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for October 25, 2007
Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe Divorced
"Legally Blonde" star Reese Witherspoon and actor husband Ryan Phillippe could write a book about how to divorce with dignity. The couple, who are now both officially single, as of October 5th, have remained largely out of the tabloids and avoided public mudslinging since Witherspoon filed for divorce a year ago. The couple was married in 1999 and has two children together. Financial and custody issues have not yet been resolved, though both have agreed to seek a shared custody arrangement.
Lindsay Lohan: My Parents' Divorce Made Me a Rebel
Actress Lindsay Lohan told In Touch magazine that she craved attention from her parents during their much-publicized divorce. Lohan has had multiple legal run-ins and has been in rehab twice during the time that her parents, Dina and Michael Lohan, were getting a divorce. "I think the trouble in my family resulted in me rebelling and doing things to try to get my parents' attention," Lindsay told the magazine. Lohan was arrested for a DUI in July and spent eight weeks in a Utah rehabilitation facility for alcohol and drug abuse. Her parents began divorce proceedings two years ago.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for October 9, 2007
Pam Anderson Weds after Divorce From Kid Rock
Actress Pamela Anderson has married for the third time, less than a year after her divorce from musician Kid Rock. Anderson's new husband is Rick Salomon, who appeared in a sex video with Paris Hilton. Anderson and Salomon are reportedly "head over heels" in love. Anderson's two former husbands, Tommy Lee and Kid Rock, made headlines recently at the MTV Video Music Awards when an argument between them turned into a brawl. Salomon is divorced from actress Shannen Doherty.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for October 2, 2007
Actors Anne Heche and Coley Laffoon Settle Custody Issues
The estranged couple that was frequently called a strange couple has settled child custody issues, according to the Associated Press. Attorneys for actors Anne Heche and Coleman Laffoon said they were satisfied with Los Angeles Superior Court judge's decision on custody of their son, Homer. The hearing was closed and the judge's decision was not revealed to the media. Laffoon filed for divorce in February after six years of marriage to Heche, and the couple fought openly in the media, making wild accusations about each other until a judge ordered them to stop. Laffoon is currently seeking more than $30k per month in spousal support from Heche.
Actor Charlie Sheen and Ex Denise Richards Still Battling It Out
Actor Charlie Sheen has released a statement saying that he surrendered his personal computers to the FBI after estranged ex-wife Denise Richards filed a motion in court accusing Sheen of "an attraction to underage women" and listed Internet porn sites that Sheen reportedly visited when the couple was married. "The FBI was aware of these issues," Sheen said, "I provided them with every computer I owned. The computers were returned two weeks later. Haven't heard from them since. Period. The end." Sheen's visits with his children now require supervision by a childcare provider. Richards did not comment on the statement.
Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards Duke It Out over Custody
People magazine has reported that Denise Richards has asked a Los Angeles Superior Court judge to protect her children from ex-husband Charlie Sheen. Richards has asked to discontinue overnight visits with their daughters. Sheen released a statement after the court appearance, saying "Clearly the mother of my children has no interest in responsible co-parenting when it comes to my relationship with our girls." The couple has two daughters together. Although the couple divorced last year, their custody arrangements are not yet decided by the court.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for September 18, 2007
Actor David Faustino in Asset Dispute with Estranged Wife
Andrea Faustino, the estranged wife of actor David Faustino of "Married with Children" fame, has asked a Los Angeles Superior Court for a trial to determine Faustino's assets and divide them fairly. Andrea Faustino has also asked the court to determine the amount of spousal support and attorney fees she is eligible to receive. David Faustino filed for divorce after two years of marriage.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for September 12, 2007
"Ghandi" Actor Marries Fourth Wife
Actor Ben Kingsley tied the knot for the fourth time this week in a private ceremony at his country house in Oxforshire, UK. Kingsley, 64, married 34 year old former waitress Daniela Barbosa de Carneiro this time around. Kingsley won an Oscar for his portrayal of Ghandi in 1982. He apparently hasn't won any awards for being a great husband yet.
Divorced Brad Pitt and Jennifer Anniston Still Friends?
Brad Pitt, in a recent interview with V Magazine, has said that he and Jennifer Anniston still maintain a "deep friendship" that was not affected by their divorce. Pitt and Anniston were married for four and a half years and broke up over four years ago. Pitt has been coupled with Angelina Jolie ever since, although they have not gotten married. Pitt and Jolie now have four children together, so I'm sure that Angie isn't the least bit worried over the friendship between the Brad and his ex-wife. Pitt says in the interview that he handled the breakup with Anniston in the best way that he could.
Lohans Through With Battling in Court, For Now
Reportedly, Dina and Michael Lohan have resolved their child custody disputes in court, thereby ending the couple's legal wrangling. Lindsay's parents finalized their divorce on August 17th and returned to court on September 6th to put the custody and child support issues to rest. At Lindsay's request, Dina also asked the court to lift the restraining order against Micheal Lohan so that he could have visitation with the couple's children, including their daughter, Lindsay Lohan, who is in rehab.
Shanna Moakler and Travis Barker, Back Together?
No one is ever quite sure what to make of this on-and-off-again couple. One minute they claim to be headed for divorce while they publicly throw dirt at each other while the next they are frolicking on the beach together. Lately the on and offs between the pair have been happening at an eye blinking pace. TMZ caught the couple entering a restaurant together on September 5th, happy and holding hands on the way in. Later, Barker stormed out of the restaurant ahead of Moakley and when asked if the couple were working on baby number three together, Barker's answer was an emphatic "No". Looking in from the outside, this may be one couple who really do need a divorce, but who knows what the future holds for the strange couple that are Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler.
Jenna Fischer and James Gunn to Divorce
Actress Jenna Fischer, who plays receptionist Pam Beasley on NBC's "The Office" and her husband of six years, writer and director James Gunn have announced that they plan to divorce. They issued a statement, according to People magazine, that said, "We have chosen to separate. We are sorry for any pain this causes family and friends." Best luck to them both, they sound like nice enough folks whose marriage just didn't work out.
Anne Heche's Ex Finally Moves Out
Anne Heche and Coley Laffoon are one step closer to finishing up their nasty public divorce. Laffoon moved out of the family home over Labor Day weekend. Now Heche has control of the house until it is sold and won't have to see him there anymore.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for August 28, 2007
David Hasselhoff off the "Hasselhook" for Ex-Wife's Legal Bills
Actor David Hasselhoff won't have to pay $189,000 in legal bills on behalf of his ex-wife Pamela Bach. A Los Angeles judge has denied a petition from Bach's former attorney Debra Opri that Hasselhoff pay his ex-wife's bills in the couple's custody battle over their two teenage daughters. Bach had fired Opri after she lost custody to Hasselhoff. Opri maintained that a prior agreement with Bach allowed her to file for payment of the legal bills by Hasselhoff. However, Judge Mark A. Juhas ruled that there was no evidence proving the assertion, and furthermore, there was no evidence that Bach had consented to Opri filing for the motion. Opri has sued other famous clients for unpaid legal fees; most notably, photographer Larry Birkhead, the father of the late Anna Nicole Smith's daughter. Birkhead has denied that he owes Opri any money.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for August 21, 2007
'Bachelor' Couple Andy Baldwin & Tessa Horst Hit Splitsville
At least they broke up before they got divorced! Hunky "Bachelor" star and Navy Lt. Andy Baldwin has reportedly broken off his engagement to socialite and reported billionaire heiress Tessa Horst. Baldwin reportedly told In Touch magazine that "When the fantasy wore off and reality set in, we both realized we weren't ready to be engaged." Horst has reportedly decided to not leave her California home and move to Hawaii to be near Baldwin, as had been originally planned. Although nearly every season of the "Bachelor" and "Bachelorette" television reality show has resulted in an engagement, only one marriage has resulted: Trista Rehn and Ryan Sutter, who wed on television, recently had a baby.
Michael and Dina Lohan's Divorce Finalized
Lindsay Lohan's bitterly divorcing parents have finalized their divorce. Michael and Dina Lohan were ordered by a Divorce Court judge in Long Island, New York to work out the terms of a settlement or risk going to trial. The Lohan divorce was settled after the couple and their divorce attorneys "worked through the night" to agree on undisclosed terms. The couple has four children together. Lindsay Lohan, the ex-couple's most infamous child, is rumored to be in rehab for a third time.
Lou Diamond Phillips Divorces Wife Kelly after 13 Years of Marriage
Actor Lou Diamond Phillips and wife Kelly have finalized their divorce, according to papers filed in a Los Angeles Superior Court. The couple married in 1994 and separated in 2005. The couple will share custody of their three children, and the actor will pay a lump sum of more than $200,000 plus a monthly sum of more than $12,000 per month in child support and spousal support. Phillips will also share a percentage of any future increases in his annual salary of $600,000.
Wayne Brady Divorce
Mandie Taketa, wife of former "Whose Line is it Anyway" talk show host Wayne Brady, has filed for divorce in a Los Angeles Superior Court, citing irreconcilable differences. According to court papers, the couple was married in 1999 and split last year. Taketa has requested joint custody of their daughter, 4. A spokesperson for Brady reportedly told TMZ that the split is "amicable."
Coley Laffoon to Move Out of Estranged Wife Anne Heche's Home
Who knew they were even still living together? Odd couple Anne Heche and Coley Laffoon have agreed that Laffoon will move out of the couple's Hancock Park home by September. Laffoon had been living there with the couple's son, 5, even though the home is for sale. Last month, the couple battled in court over bedroom furniture, with Heche winning the motherlode king-sized bed. After the couple bitterly split, Laffoon called Heche "delusional" while Heche called Laffoon "a whack job" and accused the actor of being addicted to pornography. The couple married in 2001.
Evan Rachel Wood Speaks Out About Video With Marilyn Manson
The Chicago Tribune has reported that actress Evan Rachel Wood, the woman whom Manson's estranged wife Dita Von Teese has blamed in divorce papers for the demise of Von Teese's marriage to Manson, has spoken out to GQ magazine about her relationship with Manson, 38. Wood, 19, appears in Manson's new music video "Heart Shaped Glasses" and said that the couple made the video for each other to "show that it's okay to have different, weird ideas about romance. At the end of the video, we're kissing and it's raining blood. For me, that was one of the most romantic moments of my entire life." The divorce between Manson and Von Teese is not yet final.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for August 14, 2007
Lohans Ordered to Settle Divorce Differences or Face Trial
Lindsay Lohan's parents, Michael and Dina Lohan, agreed to resolve their divorce differences outside the courtroom to avoid going to trial. A Long Island, New York judge gave the couple one week to work out a divorce agreement before appearing in court again. If no agreement is reached, the divorce will go to trial. The Lohans split in 2005 and have made many public statements against each other, including allegations of addictions and substance abuse. They have four children together. Their daughter, Lindsay Lohan, is currently in rehab for the third time after being charged with DUI twice.
Actress Christina Applegate and Johnathon Schaech Divorce
A Los Angeles Superior Court has finalized divorce papers between former "Married.with Children" star Christina Applegate and her estranged husband, Johnathon Schaech. Schaech had filed for divorce in 2005, citing "irreconcilable differences." The couple was married for four years. They had no children together.
Charlie Sheen Files Order Against Denise Richards
Actor Charlie Sheen filed an order in a Los Angeles Superior Court against ex-wife Denise Richards, requesting that she limit telephone contact with him and show cause regarding a change in child care paperwork. The couple has two children together and had a very public and bitter divorce.
Actress Kate Hudson: "Divorce is Really, Really Hard"
Actress Kate Hudson reportedly told Harper's Bazaar magazine that she talks to her estranged rocker husband Chris Robinson daily in an effort to maintain a positive relationship for their three-year-old son. Hudson said, "Divorce is really, really hard. For both Chris and me, our main focus is, and was, Ryder."
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for August 7, 2007
Ellen Barkin Sues Ex Husband Ron Perelman
Actress Ellen Barkin has filed a complaint in a New York Supreme court against billionaire ex-husband Ron Perelman for $3.4 million, claiming Perelman was supposed to finance her film production company, Applehead Pictures. Barkin alleges that Perelmen signed agreements in 2006 to invest $4 million in the company; however, he failed to make payments as agreed to after the couple divorced. Barkin and Perelman were married for five years and have no children together. Barkin reportedly received more than $20 million in the divorce settlement.
Supermodel Jodie Kidd Divorces Aidan Butler After 18 Months
Supermodel Jodie Kidd has responded in a London courtroom to husband Aidan Butler's petition to divorce her after 18 months of marriage. In a divorce hearing that lasted only slightly more than a minute, Kidd's attorney filed papers claiming that Butler's petition citing "unreasonable behavior" was false. Kidd's divorce attorney also suggested that she had no knowledge that Butler planned to end the marriage until she received his divorce petition.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for August 2, 2007
Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler Reunite - Again
Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler, former stars of the reality television show "Meet the Barkers" are once again sparking rumors of a reconciliation. The couple divorced bitterly but reportedly reunited for a short time and split again. Now media reports are saying that Barker and Moakler were spotted at the Roxy together in West Hollywood, California with their two children, then dropped by the Rainbow Room together. An onlooker told People magazine, "They seemed like happy, great parents. They seemed fine together."
Actress Amanda Detmer to Divorce
The Associated Press has reported that Amanda Detmer, former star of "What About Brian," and the movie "Saving Silverman" has filed for divorce from husband Bernardo Targett, citing "irreconcilable differences". The couple was married in 2004 and separated in April of this year. They have no children together.
Lindsay Lohan's Father Withdraws Request to Test Wife for Drugs
The Associated Press has reported that Lindsay Lohan's father, Michael Lohan, has withdrawn a court request to have his estranged wife, Dina Lohan, tested for drugs. The couple has been embroiled in a bitter and very public divorce battle and has been ordered to not disparage each other in front of their four children. Michael Lohan, who has served time in jail for substance abuse problems, had accused Dina Lohan of drinking and drug use, and commented that the couple's problems with addiction may have contributed to their daughter Lindsay's much-publicized difficulties with alcohol, including two recent DUIs and a drug possession charge. The Lohans will return to divorce court August 10.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for July 27, 2007
Magician Criss Angel Clarifies Divorce Accusations
Illusionist Criss Angel, whose estranged wife has accused him of ruining their marriage by having a romantic affair with actress Cameron Diaz, has spoken publicly to deny the allegations. "It is with great sadness and disappointment that I feel the need to dignify and refute the inaccuracies, blatant lies and misrepresentations that my estranged wife and her attorney made last week in a New York courtroom and continue to make in the press," said Angel in a media statement. "The fact that they have tried to use Cameron Diaz to accomplish their ends is a sign of their desperation."
Angel also denied involvement with Diaz, calling his estranged wife's claims "factually inaccurate, ridiculous, and just plain wrong." Representatives for Diaz also denied the claim; however, Dominic Barbara, the divorce attorney for Angel's wife, Joanne Sarantakos, has said he will subpoena Diaz when she returns to New York.
Paul Michael Glaser Divorcing Second Wife Tracy Barone Glaser
The Associated Press has reported that actor-director and widower Paul Michael Glaser, former co-star of "Starsky & Hutch," has filed for divorce from his second wife, Tracy Barone Glaser. Glaser cited irreconcilable differences when filing his divorce papers in a Los Angeles Superior Court, Glaser and Barone were married for 10 years and have one daughter together. Glaser's first wife, Elizabeth Glaser, died of AIDS in 1988, and worked diligently before her death to raise awareness of the disease. Their daughter Ariel, also died of AIDS. Glaser's son with Elizabeth, Jake, is reportedly "a healthy adult."
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for July 10, 2007
Dita Von Teese Talks About Estranged Husband Marilyn Manson Again
Burlesque dancer Dita Von Teese, estranged wife of shock rocker Marilyn Manson, has spoken out again about her impending divorce, this time to the London Observer. Von Teese, who accused Manson of having an affair with Evan Rachel Wood, said: "We were so terribly in love. I never took him for someone who would exploit our divorce for the sake of records. I don't think people realize he used our marriage bed in that music video to have sex with [Wood]. And he wore his wedding ring." Von Teese also said that she will not let the pain from her divorce prevent her from marrying again. "I'm not going to let one bad experience ruin it for the rest of my life," she said.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for July 6, 2007
Johnny Knoxville and Wife Split
"Jackass" star Johnny Knoxville has filed for divorce from his wife of 12 years, Melanie Lynn Clapp. Knoxville cited "irreconcilable differences" in papers filed with the Los Angeles Superior Court. E! Online reported that Knoxville's real name is Philip John Clapp, and that the couple has one daughter, 11.
Comic Wayne Brady and Wife Divorcing
The wife of comedian Wayne Brady (from "Whose Line Is It, Anyway?") has filed for divorce and cited "irreconcilable differences." Mandy Taketa, 31, has asked for joint legal and physical custody as well as spousal support in the petition. The couple was married in 1999 and have a 4-year old daughter together.
Actress Cameron Diaz Denies Involvement in Criss Angel Divorce
Actress Cameron Diaz has reportedly attempted to set the record straight about being named in divorce papers filed by the estranged wife of magician Criss Angel. Diaz was named as the reason Angel's wife, Joanne Sarantakos, is divorcing Angel. A representative for Diaz, however, denied the claim in a statement. "When Cameron met Criss Angel in May of this year, he had been separated from his wife for over a year and she had already filed a petition to divorce him in 2006. Cameron and Criss went on only four dates over a month ago and have no current relationship." Dominic Barbara, Sarantakos' attorney, has threatened to subpoena Diaz in divorce proceedings.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for July 3, 2007
Reese Witherspoon Quits "Secret" Romance with Jake Gyllenhaal, Says People Magazine
Actress Reese Witherspoon has reportedly admitted that a secret romance with "Brokeback Mountain" star Jake Gyllenhaal is "completely over." The couple reportedly began dating after becoming friends on the set of upcoming movie thriller "Rendition." According to People magazine, Witherspoon reportedly pointed to her recent divorce from actor Ryan Phillippe and needing time with her family as the reason for the breakup. Witherspoon and Phillippe were married in 1999 and filed for divorce last year. They have two children together.
Actress Cameron Diaz Named in Magician Criss Angel's Divorce
Magician Criss Angel's estranged wife has named actress Cameron Diaz in court papers filed in Nassau County, New York. Joanne Sarantakos, who has been married to Angel for five years, has accused Angel of cruelty, abandonment, and adultery, according to the National Ledger. Sarantakos' divorce lawyer, Dominic Barbara told a Nassau Court that actress Cameron Diaz was Angel's lover and that Diaz will be issued a subpoena to testify in court when she returns to New York. Angel reportedly kept his marriage to Sarantakos a secret to boost his "sex appeal."
Model Carol Alt Sues Ex Ron Greshner for Her Half of $18 Million
Model Carol Alt has claimed that ex-husband and former hockey star Ron Greshner has reneged on a 2001 divorce agreement after failing to pay her half of an $18 million profit on the sale of a utility stock. Alt filed a federal lawsuit in a Manhattan, New York alleging that hockey player, ex-husband Ron Greschner refused to split the $18 million he earned after selling his stake in a Canadian water company, which violates the terms of their divorce settlement. The couple married in 1983 and separated after 14 years of marriage.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for June 26, 2007
Lindsay Lohan's Parents Feud Outside Divorce Court
Actress Lindsay Lohan's parents feuded outside a courthouse after a divorce court hearing. According to video footage published on TMZ.com, Michael Lohan reportedly ranted about his estranged wife Dina Lohan after her security guard said the Lohan family was so afraid of Michael Lohan that they "didn't sleep at night, even when [Michael Lohan] was in jail." Michael Lohan then accused the security guard of "overbilling" his daughter Lindsay Lohan for his services by more than $200,000 and mentioned that Dina Lohan's brother had been charged with fraud.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for June 22, 2007
Danny and Gretchen Bonaduce Have Amicable Split, Says Danny
Former child star Danny Bonaduce has said that he and estranged wife Gretchen are divorcing amicably and still live together. "Gretchen is my best friend and she still helps me with my career," said Bonaduce. Danny Bonaduce reportedly petitioned a Los Angeles Superior Court to keep $3.2 million of his estate and for his wife Gretchen to get $3.3 million after she filed for divorce earlier this year. The couple's rocky 16-year relationship, along with Bonaduce's ongoing substance abuse issues, was chronicled on the V
reality show "Breaking Bonaduce." The couple has two children together.
David Hasselhoff's Ex Pamela Bach Fires Lawyer Debra Opri
Attorney Debra Opri appears to be getting fired by a lot of her clients lately. Photographer Larry Birkhead first fired her, and now David Hasselhoff's ex-wife Pamela Bach has fired Opri after Bach's ex-husband, David Hasselhoff, was awarded custody of the couple's two daughters. Bach replaced Opri with attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan, and Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mark Juhas approved the move. A hearing has been set for August 16 to decide how much spousal and child support Bach should get. Bach and Hasselhoff have been fighting over custody of their two daughters, now teenagers, for years.
Catherine Zeta Jones: "I'll Never Divorce" Husband Michael Douglas
Actress Catherine Zeta Jones has told Harper's Bazaar magazine that she will "never divorce" actor husband Michael Douglas. The couple, who married in 2000, is reportedly "closer than ever," according to Zeta Jones, who said, "I fell in love with my husband at first sight and I still feel the same way. I'll never get divorced, never." The couple has two children together.
Alec Baldwin Drops F-Bomb Over Court Battle
Despite prior claims to the contrary by their attorneys, actor Alec Baldwin and his ex-wife Kim Basinger appear unable to end their bitter custody feud over their daughter Ireland. After a recent court appearance, in which nothing was resolved, Baldwin reportedly emerged from the courtroom saying, "This is a waste of my [expletive] time." Baldwin temporarily lost visitation rights to see his daughter after a voicemail message to her was published on the Internet, in which he called his daughter "a pig" and called Basinger a "pain in the ass." Visitation rights were restored after Baldwin apologized publicly for his message. Another court hearing has been scheduled for June 25.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for June 19, 2007
Actor David Hasselhoff Gets Custody of Teen Daughters Again
Reuters news service has reported that a Los Angeles Superior Court judge has re-granted actor David Hasselhoff custody of his two teenage daughters. Hasselhoff and his ex-wife Pamela Bach have been embroiled in a custody battle for the past two years. Last month, Hasselhoff's visitation rights to see his two teenage daughters was revoked by the court after a video surfaced of him eating a cheeseburger while severely intoxicated. His teenage daughter filmed the video. Visitation rights were reinstated soon after they were revoked. Hasselhoff's spokesperson said that the former "Baywatch" star has now been granted primary physical and sole custody of his daughters.
Hunky Actor Dermot Mulroney and Actress Catherine Keener to Divorce
US Magazine has reported that actor Dermot Mulroney has filed for divorce and cited irreconcilable differences from actress Catherine Keener in a Los Angeles Superior Court. The couple reportedly separated two years ago, according to court documents. They were married in 1990 and have one son together. Mulroney has requested joint legal and physical custody, and for property rights to be determined by the ourts.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for June 14, 2007
Seinfeld Co-Creator Larry David to Divorce "Inconvenient Truth" Wife Laurie David
The mega-rich and environmentally friendly power couple Larry and Laurie David have announced that they have separated after 14 years of marriage together. The couple has two children. Larry David is the co-creator of the television show "Seinfeld" and creator of the hit show "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and Laurie David is an environmental activist who co-produced the documentary "An Inconvenient Truth." The couple is reportedly worth more than $300 million together. Laurie David's enthusiasm for environmental issues reportedly led to a hilarious episode of "Curb" in which David's wife auctioned off his environmentally-friendly hybrid car without asking him. According to newspaper reports, the episode was based on a true story.
Anne Heche and Coley Laffoon Call Divorce Truce
Feuding couple Anne Heche and estranged husband Coley Laffoon have reportedly called a truce in their custody battle for their son, Homer. A short-term custody arrangement has been filed in which Heche and Laffoon will transport their five-year-old between Vancouver, Canada and Los Angeles, California every few days. Heche is set to begin filming "Men in Trees" in Vancouver next month. The estranged couple also agreed to refrain from making derogatory remarks about each other in front of the child. The couple has not refrained from making public allegations against each other, however. Laffoon has called Heche mentally unstable, using her autobiography, "Call Me Crazy" as an example, while Heche has accused Laffoon of over-using the Internet to access pornography websites. Both have denied the other's charges. The couple was married for six year. Laffoon filed for divorce last February.
Bruce Willis On Demi Moore's Hunky Husband Ashton Kutcher
Actor Bruce Willis has told People magazine that actor Will Smith helped him to get over any jealousy he may have felt about ex-wife Demi Moore's relationship with hunky young actor Ashton Kutcher, 29. Willis, 52, said Smith told him he should "do whatever it takes to get the kids and all the spouses or the girlfriend together." Willis and Kutcher reportedly have an extremely amicable relationship because they've put the welfare of their children first. "In the luck of the draw I am fortunate to have Ashton in the family," Willis said. "It took a long time for people to wrap their minds around the fact that I could be friends with my ex-wife's new husband, but we are friends."
Basinger and Baldwin Custody Battle Over Soon, Says Lawyer
Kim Basinger and Alec Baldwin's custody battle over their daughter will reportedly be ending soon, according to Basinger's attorney, Neal Hersh. The estranged couple has been fighting over custody of their only daughter since 2002. The custody battle recently made worldwide headlines when a hostile voicemail that Baldwin left for his daughter was distributed over the Internet and resulted in temporary removal of Baldwin's visitation rights. Baldwin can be heard threatening his daughter on the voicemail, in addition to calling her a "pig," and saying Basinger is a "pain in the ass."
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for June 7, 2007
David Hasselhoff and Pam Bach Postpone Custody Battle
Hollywood actor and producer David Hasselhoff and his ex-wife Pamela Bach have postponed their courtroom custody battle because the lead attorney for Hasselhoff was reportedly sick. Bach's attorney Debra Opri reportedly said, "We have our suspicions he has fallen off the wagon again." Hasselhoff's attorney denied the accusation, calling it an "absolute lie." Hasselhoff had been given full custody of his two teenage daughters in May; however custody was reversed after a video of a drunken Hasselhoff was released to the Internet. The new court date is not yet known.
Pamela Bach, David Hasselhoff's Ex, Charged for Hit-and-Run
The bitter custody battle between David Hasselhoff and his ex-wife Pamela Bach is not Bach's only concern right now. Bach recently pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor hit-and-run accident that happened in January in Hollywood, California. Bach's attorney said that at the time of the accident, Bach did get out of her vehicle to assess damages but drove away after she noticed nothing. However, someone at the scene noticed Bach's plate numbers and reported her. Bach's attorney said he expects the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office to dismiss the charge. Bach is also due in court this week for a follow-up court hearing with ex-husband David Hasselhoff.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for June 1, 2007
Big Brother Star Chantelle Houghton Angered Over Divorce Rumors
Celebrity Big Brother star Chantelle Houghton has denied rumors that her marriage to Ordinary Boys singer Preston is on the brink of divorce. Houghton told OK! Magazine that they are "blissfully happy" and that they are planning to return to Marrakesh together, where the couple honeymooned. Houghton and Preston met in the Celebrity Big Brother House in 2006 and married several months later.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for May 29, 2007
Actor Alec Baldwin Reconciles with his Agent; Remains Alienated from Ex-Wife Kim Basinger
Actor Alec Baldwin has reconciled with his agent, Matt DelPiano, after he split with him last month. Baldwin cited personal reasons after a volatile voicemail was published on the Internet of Baldwin yelling at his daughter. Baldwin's ex-wife, Kim Basinger, is also represented by the same agency. Through a spokesman, Baldwin said, "I could not imagine being represented by anyone other than Matt DelPiano." Baldwin said he is writing a book about the impact of the divorce process on fathers, which he has said will be published through St. Martin's Press. Baldwin and Basinger divorced bitterly and have been fighting over custody of their daughter, Ireland for several years.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for May 25, 2007
Anne Heche Responds to Estranged Husband Coley Laffoon's Accusations
Actress Anne Heche has responded in court to documents filed by her estranged husband Coley Laffoon, who claimed she was an unfit mother to care for their five year old son. Heche filed a response to Laffoon's claims in a Los Angeles Superior Court requesting full legal custody of their son, with visitation for Laffoon. Laffoon had recently petitioned for full custody and $33,000 per month in support from Heche. Heche claimed in her recent filing that Laffoon would leave their child with nannies to play ping-pong, video games, or view pornography online. The couple married in 2001 and have one child. They separated in January of this year.
Actor Comedian Tom Arnold and Wife Can't Reconcile Differences
Actor Tom Arnold had filed for divorce four months ago from his wife Shelby Loos, but rescinded the documents after the couple attempted to reconcile. Arnold has now returned to a Los Angeles Superior Court to re-file for divorce, citing "irreconcilable differences." The couple was married in 2002. This is Arnold's third marriage.
Actress Ellen Barkin Speaks Out on Divorce from Tycoon Ron Perelman
Actress Ellen Barkin, who made headlines with her divorce from New York Revlon billionaire and former playboy Ron Perelman last year, has spoken out about her bitter divorce in the June issue of More magazine. Barkin has said that she is stronger because of it. "At a certain point, my self-protection kicks in," she said, "And when it does.I'm not going to roll over and play dead. [If] you're kicking me in the head, I'm going to grab your foot and twist your leg off." Barkin is currently starring in the movie "Ocean's 13." The couple was married in 2001 and divorced in 2006. They have no children together.
War of Words Continues Between Dita Von Teese and Marilyn Manson
After Dita Von Teese commented publicly on her divorce proceedings from shock rocker Marilyn Manson, reportedly in response to public comments that Manson had made, Manson has grabbed the ball again and is returning the favor. Manson and Von Teese were together for six years before they married and both agree on one thing: marriage "ruined" the relationship. Manson complained that he was irked that Von Teese's busy schedule kept her away from him too much. He also admitted that he felt Von Teese expected him to change after the marriage. "I was no longer supposed to be a rock star. I was someone who had to be apologized for. I wasn't prepared to be alone. I came out of this naked, a featherless bird." The couple has no children together. Von Teese claims that Manson's relationship with another woman and his use of drugs and alcohol caused the demise of the marriage.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for May 22, 2007
Actor Ryan Phillippe Responds to Divorce Papers from Reese Witherspoon
Ryan Phillippe has responded to divorce papers filed by estranged wife Reese Witherspoon by asking for joint custody of their children. In papers filed in a Los Angeles Superior Court, Phillippe petitioned to end the marriage, agreeing with Witherspoon's assertion that the marriage was ending because of "irreconcilable differences" and also agreed to joint custody of the couple's two children. By Hollywood standards, the acting megastars have kept an extremely low profile, with virtually no mud-slinging. Witherspoon filed for divorce last year. The couple married in 1999.
Anne Heche's Husband Coley Laffoon Calls Heche a Bad Mother
The Associated Press has reported that not long after he praised his estranged wife in the media, actor Coley Laffoon has accused actress Anne Heche in court papers of making "very poor" parenting decisions for their son, who is 5. Laffoon is asking for joint custody of their son and at least $33,000 per month in support from Heche. Laffoon said in papers filed in a Los Angeles Superior Court that Heche leaves their son with a series of nannies, refusing to allow the boy to enroll in a private school in California. He also said Heche's anger toward him "has clouded her ability to think rationally about what is in [the child's] best interest." The couple married in 2001. Laffoon filed for divorce in February of this year, citing "irreconcilable differences."
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for May 16, 2007
Actor Bradley Cooper and Actress Jennifer Esposito to Divorce after Four Months
Actress Jennifer Esposito of "Crash" has filed for divorce in a Los Angeles Superior Court after only four months of marriage to "Wedding Crashers" actor husband Bradley Cooper. Esposito cited "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the split and asked for spousal support and payment of her legal fees. A spokesperson for Cooper said, "The divorce was mutual and they've been separated for quite a while." The couple dated for a year.
Actress Jenna Elfman Vouches for Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes: "They're Not Headed for Divorce"
Jenna Elfman, scientologist friend of Tom Cruise, has said that the marriage between Cruise and Katie Holmes is definitely not headed for divorce. "Honestly, they're happy," Elfman told People magazine, "They have a great life and they love each other." Elfman spoke out amidst strange tabloid stories that Katie is being held in the marriage against her will and living in a "prison-like" environment.
Bruce Willis Talks about Divorce from Demi Moore: "I Love Demi"
Unlike most Hollywood divorces, the celebrity breakup of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore has turned to friendship and mutual respect, with the couple reportedly spending holidays together. Willis recently confessed, "I love Demi, and I know she loves me." The couple has three daughters together and Willis is reportedly on friendly terms with Moore's now-husband, Ashton Kutcher. Willis said, "I'm thrilled that Ashton turned out to be such a great guy."
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for May 4, 2007
David Hasselhof's Ex-Wife Pam Bach Alleges Emotional Abuse
Pamela Bach, the ex-wife of actor David Hasselhoff told reporters outside a Los Angeles County courtroom that her ex-husband was emotionally and verbally abusive during the marriage. Bach had attended court for a post-divorce hearing. Bach said, "If I didn't have a restraining order, there would [have been] physical abuse." The couple was married in 1989 and divorced bitterly in 2006. A spokesperson for Hasselhoff said that Bach "continues to use the press and the children as a tool to present herself as a victim. She has had no less than nine sets of attorneys who have all let her go due to the inconsistency of her behavior."
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for April 27, 2007
Actress Kim Basinger Denies Leaking Ex-Husband Alec Baldwin's Rambling Rant Tape to Media
Mercury News wire service has reported that actress Kim Basinger, former wife of actor Alec Baldwin, has denied that she leaked to the media a nasty voicemail that Baldwin left to his daughter Ireland, calling her a "little pig" and calling Basinger a "pain in the ass." On the voicemail, Baldwin also indicated that he was unsure how old his daughter was, and ordered her to "be ready" for him to visit her and "straighten" her out about how angry he was that she did not take his phone call. The call resulted in Baldwin temporarily losing visitation rights. A representative for Basinger said, "Kim Basinger did not release the voicemail. Additionally, the voicemail was not sealed under a court order." Baldwin has apologized publicly for the voicemail, claiming he had been "driven to the edge by parental alienation." Baldwin and Basinger divorced very bitterly in 2002 and have been fighting over custody of their daughter ever since.
Heather Mills and Rosie O'Donnell Support Alec Baldwin
Both Heather Mills and Rosie O'Donnell have spoken publicly in support of Alec Baldwin's angry outburst against his daughter Ireland. Mills reportedly told a radio show, "It's wrong to speak to your daughter like that.but his daughter lives with Kim and we have no idea what goes on behind closed doors. People lose it. Forgive him." Rosie O'Donnell, meanwhile, defended Baldwin on the talk show "The View," saying she has cursed at her children at times, after which the audience reportedly laughed and applauded. Baldwin will appear on an upcoming episode of "The View" to discuss the bitter voicemail. O'Donnell was recently fired from the talk show program but will remain as a host until the end of June, when her contract expires.
David Gest Gabs Again About Ex-Wife Liza Minnelli
Liza Minnelli's soon-to-be ex-husband David Gest has been talking up a storm about Liza. Gest reportedly bragged to a British newspaper about new girlfriend Malandra Burrows and said his marriage to Liza left him bitter. Said Gest, "After being married to an alcoholic, you're very skeptical about getting into a relationship, especially when you've been through as much of a rollercoaster as I have, but [new girlfriend Malandra] keeps me in line." Gest and Minnelli lived together for only 18 months but took four years to divorce. They have no children together.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for April 24, 2007
Actor Alec Baldwin Apologizes for Crazed Voicemail Message to Daughter After Judge Revokes His Visitation Rights
Alec Baldwin has apologized for a voicemail that was published on TMZ.com in which he calls his daughter Ireland a "thoughtless little pig" for failing to answer the phone for a scheduled phone call. On the voicemail message, Baldwin called his ex-wife and Ireland's mother, Kim Basinger, "a thoughtless pain in the ass" and said to Ireland, "You have insulted me for the last time." A Los Angeles County Superior Court commissioner temporarily suspended Baldwin's visitation rights after hearing the tape. Baldwin then publicly apologized, saying he had been "driven to the edge" by "parental alienation" and was sorry that he had lost his temper with his daughter. A hearing is set for May 4 to determine whether Baldwin's visitation rights can be reinstated.
Liza Minelli's Ex David Gest Calls Liza "A Legend"
The bitter divorce battle between Liza Minelli and music producer David Gest, which has lasted longer than the couple's 16-month marriage, is set to be finalized soon. Gest had sued Minelli for $10 million for reportedly beating him and leaving him in need of hospital treatment. The lawsuit was dismissed, and the couple reportedly agreed upon a divorce settlement in January of this year. Gest reportedly told British news sources, "Liza is a great performer. She has been singing the same songs for more than 35 years. She's a true legend."
Danny Bonaduce Says He Is "Devastated" By Divorce
Danny Bonaduce told the television news show EXTRA that his wife Gretchen Bonaduce told him she didn't love him anymore. "Three days later after I stopped crying, I said, 'Okey dokey.'" Gretchen Bonaduce, meanwhile, has said publicly that the couple was not getting along and that she thought it was best for their children if they divorced. "It's better to be from a broken home than in one," she noted. The couple was married for 17 years and has two children together.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for April 20, 2007
Chris Rock Responds to Paternity Lawsuit
Comedian Chris Rock has filed papers in Georgia in response to a lawsuit against him by a woman who claims Rock is the father of her 13-year old son. Though Rock has not taken a DNA test as the woman has claimed to have repeatedly requested, he did file papers saying he would provide child support and request visitation rights if he is found to be the father. The mother, Kali Bowyer, claims that she had a relationship with Rock before he became famous, and had stated recently that she would re-file the lawsuit in New York. It is not known if she still plans to do that. Rock has recently denied rumors that his 10-year marriage to Malaak Compton was in trouble.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for April 17, 2007
Pamela Anderson Denies Romance with Ex-Husband Tommy Lee - Again
Pamela Anderson has denied a second round of rumors that she is reconciling with ex-husband Tommy Lee. Anderson's divorce from musician Kid Rock will be final in May. Anderson denied reports of a reconciliation with Lee in March, after the couple was photographed kissing at a Hollywood restaurant. Now the couple is vacationing in Hawaii with their children. On her website, Anderson wrote, "It's only a family vacation. No new news." Anderson also recently wrote on her website that she is interested in furthering a friendship with Lee and is not interested in other men.
Bahamas Custody Battle Delayed for Dannielynn and Larry Birkhead
Judge Postpones Custody Hearing for Anna Nicole Smith's DaughterThe Associated Press has reported that a judge in the Bahamas has delayed the custody hearing for the late Anna Nicole Smith's infant daughter, Dannielynn. The judge reportedly wanted to give the baby's father, Larry Birkhead, more time to negotiate visitation agreements with Smith's mother, Virgie Arthur, from whom Smith was estranged, and Howard K. Stern, Smith's romantic partner and attorney at the time of her death and the man who was originally named as the father of Dannielynn. Stern is also reportedly the executor of Smith's will. The hearing has been rescheduled for April 20.
Actress Heather Locklear and Rocker Richie Sambora Now Divorced
A Los Angeles Superior court finalized the divorce of actress Heather Locklear and rock star Richie Sambora. Locklear filed for divorce from Sambora in February of last year, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple was married for 11 years and has one daughter.
Entertainment Celebrity Divorce Spotlight for April 13, 2007
Larry Birkhead Says He Won't Share Custody of Daughter Dannielynn
Photographer Larry Birkhead, the proven father of the late Anna Nicole Smith's infant daughter, Dannielynn, has said on NBC's "Today" show that he will not share custody of the child with anyone. Birkhead said he hopes he can avoid a custody battle following the paternity battle that proved via DNA tests that he was the father of Dannielynn. Anna Nicole Smith's other romantic interest, Howard K. Stern, was named on the baby's birth certificate as the father and had claimed that he had fathered the child. Several other men also made similar claims. Virgie Arthur, Smith's mother, has filed papers in the Bahamas to become the child's guardian ad litem. Smith and Arthur were estranged when Smith died of an apparent drug overdose just months after Smith's son Daniel also died of an apparent drug overdose.
Divorcing Bonaduce: Danny Bonaduce and Wife Gretchen Split
Gretchen Bonaduce, wife of child actor and radio DJ Danny Bonaduce, has filed for divorce after more than 16 years of marriage. Court papers filed in a Los Angeles Superior Court cited "irreconcilable differences" and asked the court to grant custody of the couple's two children to Gretchen Bonaduce. Gretchen and Danny's rocky relationship was chronicled on the hit reality TV show, "Breaking Bonaduce," which focused on the couple's marital issues, including marriage counseling, and Bonaduce's struggles with addiction and infidelity. The couple married in 1990, after knowing each other for less than 24 hours.
Rumored Infidelity May Have Caused Paula Zahn's Sudden Split from Husband, Says TV Show
The celebrity TV news show "Extra" has said that CNN news anchor Paula Zahn's divorce from Richard Cohen, husband of 20 years, may have been caused by Zahn's rumored relationship with a married man. According to "Extra," Zahn is rumored to be involved with Paul Fribourg, CEO of the ContiGroup, who is also married with four children. The new show described Conti as a "mega-millionaire" and that "insiders" had claimed that the divorce "could get messy." Zahn and Cohen have three children together.
"Scary Movie" Star Anna Faris Files for Divorce
TMZ.com has reported that "Scary Movie" star Anna Faris has filed for divorce in a Los Angeles Superior Court from actor husband Ben Indra. Faris has cited irreconcilable difference. The couple was married in 2004 and had no children.
British TV Host Chris Tarrant Warned His Divorce Could be Worse than Mills vs. McCartney
Wife Ingrid Tarrant Convinced Host of "Millionaire" Show Hiding $20 MillionChris Tarrant, host of the British game show "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" has been reportedly warned by his attorneys that his divorce may become more bitter than the much-publicized battle between Heather Mills and Sir Paul McCartney. Tarrant split from his wife Ingrid after he publicly disclosed that he'd had an affair. Ingrid has now accused the British television star of hiding $20 million to avoid a large payout. A source told Britain's Daily Mirror, "There will be blood on the walls over this."
CNN Reporter Paula Zahn to Divorce Husband Richard Cohen
Reporter Paula Zahn, 51, has filed for divorce from her husband of 20 years, according to Howard Rubenstein, Zahn's publicist. The couple has three children together. Zahn hosts the "Paula Zahn Now" show on CNN but has worked in the past for CBS News and Fox News.
Socialite Sabrina Guinness Denies Romance with Paul McCartney
London socialite Sabrina Guinness has said that she is "just friends" with former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney, according to London's Daily Mirror. "There's no relationship," she said. McCartney and Guinness were spotted in public together with McCartney's daughter Stella and Stella's husband, Alasdhair. The rock legend, who is currently embroiled in a very bitter and public divorce from estranged wife, Heather Mills, has also denied a romance. Media reports have claimed that Mills was "furious" upon hearing that McCartney was photographed in public with another woman while she was in America filming "Dancing with the Stars." The couple split in May of last year and began divorce proceedings in July. They were married for four years.
Pamela Anderson Denies Reconciliation with Ex-Husband Tommy Lee
Model and actress Pamela Anderson has denied romantic interest in ex-husband Tommy Lee, after media reports that she and Lee were photographed kissing outside a Los Angeles restaurant. In her website blog, Anderson said she and her sons "are better off on our own right now...I'm really not interested in bringing any other men into our lives." Anderson also said that Lee has been involved "in a productive but small way over the years," with their two sons, who are nine and ten years old.
Halle Berry on Marriage and Divorce: "Never, Never Again!"
Oscar winning actress Halle Berry has told InStyle magazine that she will "never, never" get married again. Berry was married and divorced twice. She was first married to Atlanta Braves player David Justice in 1992 and divorced in 1997. In 2001, Berry married rocker Eric Benet, whom she divorced in 2005. Berry told People magazine that she's been dating model Gabriel Aubry for more than a year, but has no plans to marry him, or anyone else, ever. "I will never, never get married again," she vowed, "I think two people can share their lives without the ring, without the piece of paper."
Ryan Phillippe Whips a Whopper Burger at Papparazzi
Actor Ryan Phillippe, estranged husband of Oscar-winner Reese Witherspoon, made headlines when he whipped a Burger King Whopper sandwich at photographers. According to the New York Daily News, Phillippe became so enraged that paparazzi followed him to the fast food restaurant that he hurled a Whopper at them. No charges have been filed. Witherspoon filed for divorce from Phillippe amidst tabloid rumors of her husband's infidelities. The couple was married for seven years and have two children together.
George Clooney's Ex-Wife, Talia Balsam, to Give Divorce Advice
George Clooney's ex-wife Talia Balsam will give divorce advice on a television show that will air in Europe. Balsam will be joined by Rosalie Van Breeman, ex-wife of French Actor Alain Delon, and Margaret "Lucy" Helmore, ex-wife of rock star Bryan Ferry. "The Ex-Wives Club" will reportedly give married women advice on divorce and recovering from a breakup. One episode shows Van Breeman advising women to get over the exes by burning their wedding dresses. Both French and Dutch versions of the show are in the works.
Anne Heche's "Men in Trees" Boyfriend James Tupper Speaks Out
"Men in Trees' star James Tupper has told People magazine that his romance with Anne Heche did not begin until both of them were single. Both Heche and Tupper are currently divorcing their respected spouses. However, Tupper reportedly said, "The line was never crossed," and both wait until their respective marriages had ended. Tupper said he remains "good friends" with writer wife Kate, from whom he separated last year. Heche separated from husband Coley Laffoon in January.
Divorce Pammy-Style: Pam Anderson and Tommy Lee Getting Cozy
Though the ink is not yet dry on her divorce papers from rocker Kid Rock, Pamela Anderson was seen with on-again off-again husband, rocker Tommy Lee. Paparazzi reportedly snapped photos of the couple kissing outside The Ivy restaurant in Los Angeles, sparking rumors that the couple may be reconciling. Anderson split from husband Kid Rock last November, after four months of marriage. She has two children with Tommy Lee, whom she divorced in 1998 after 3 years of marriage.
Actress Reese Witherspoon Drops Movie, Blames Divorce Stress
Oscar winning actress Reese Witherspoon, who is embroiled in a divorce from actor Ryan Phillippe, has backed out on plans with her own film company to make the thriller known as "Bunny Lake is Missing." According to the Los Angeles Times, Witherspoon reportedly notified the project's filmmakers just five weeks before the movie was set to begin filming, allegedly claiming that her heart wasn't in it because of the stress from her divorce. Celebrity new website TMZ.com, however, reported that Witherspoon reportedly backed out because the script was incomplete.
Soap Star Brenda Dickson Defies Divorce Court Order: Warrant Issued for Her Arrest in Hawaii
A Honolulu, HI judge has issued a warrant for the arrest of "The Young and the Restless" soap opera star Brenda Dickson, for Dickson's defiance of a divorce court's order that she vacate her $1 million Los Angeles condominium. Dickson was incarcerated last month for her refusal and was released after promising to leave. Dickson's attorney, Cheryl Brawley, said Dickson had "a change of heart" and hadn't outright lied when she said she would leave. Dickson is divorcing Hawaiian attorney Jan Weinberg. The Hawaiian warrant can not be enforced in California, according to Brawley. Hawaiian Judge Darryl Choy, who issued the arrest warrant, also gave Weinberg power to sell the condominium without Dickson's cooperation.
Carmen Electra Laughs at "Reality Show Divorce Curse"
Model Carmen Electra has denied that her divorce from rock star Dave Navarro was caused by their MTV reality show, "Til Death Us Do Part: Carmen & Dave." When a reporter from FHM magazine suggested that reality show marriages are "cursed," citing the divorce of "Newlyweds" reality show stars Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey and "Meet the Barkers" stars Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler, Electra laughed. "Just look at Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne. Those two are totally happy and they had cameras following them for years," she told FHM.
Chris Rock: Our Marriage is Not Rocky; Divorce Reports Wrong
Comedian actor Chris Rock is denying reports published in the New York Daily News that he and wife Malaak have begun divorce proceedings. Rock told People magazine in a statement that rumors of a divorce were "untrue lies." Rock and his wife, Malaak, married in 1996 and have two children. "We remain, as always, very happy and committed to our marriage and the beautiful family we have built," they said in the statement.
"Jackass" Star Johnny Knoxville Divorcing Wife of 12 Years
"Jackass" television and movie star Johnny Knoxville and his wife, Melanie, are reportedly separated and set to divorce after nearly 12 years of marriage. The couple married in 1995 and have one daughter. Knoxville's spokesperson confirmed the split to Us Weekly. Months ago, Knoxville was rumored to have been involved with divorced "Newlyweds" star Jessica Simpson.
Newly Single Carmen Electra Denies Romance with Jamie Foxx
Actress Carmen Electra, who recently separated from rocker husband Dave Navarro, has denied reports that she was spotted canoodling with Jamie Foxx at a Hollywood nightclub recently. Electra told People magazine, "Dave thinks it's funny, but I'm upset because there's not one ounce of truth," to the rumor. Electra and Navarro reportedly still live together.
"EastEnders" Star Michelle Gayle to Divorce Mark Bright
Former star of EastEnders, Michelle Gayle, has split from her husband, football player Mark Bright, after ten years of marriage. The couple has a ten year old son together. Gayle played Hattie Tavernier on EastEnders and met Crystal Palace football player Mark Bright in 1995.
Carmen Electra and Dave Navarro Divorce Final
Actress Carmen Electra and rock star Dave Navarro have divorced. Electra, 34, and Navarro, 39, split in July of last year, after a three year marriage. Papers filed in a Los Angeles Superior Court last August cited 'irreconcilable differences' as the reason for the split. The divorce has been reportedly amicable, with Electra commenting to People magazine last November, "We talk every day. We're still really good friends." Electra also divorced basketball star Dennis Rodman after a five month Las Vegas marriage.
Tarrant Divorce
The wife of British Talk Show Host Chris Tarrant has reportedly laughed at claims that she will receive a £10 million divorce settlement. Ingrid Tarrant, 52, said she does not yet know what she will receive, but insisted to the Daily Star in London that the figure was "way off the mark." The couple split after Chris Tarrant admitted publicly that he'd had an affair.
Anne Heche Husband Coley Laffoon: Anne is "Amazing"
The estranged husband of Anne Heche, Coley Laffoon, told People magazine that he had an "amazing" six years with his wife, but he's ready to move on. The couple split in January, amidst rumors that Heche might be having an affair with "Men in Trees" co-star James Tupper, who is also getting a divorce. "I'm looking forward to the next adventure," Laffoon told People. Laffoon is seeking joint custody of their son, Homer, and spousal support from Heche.
Pamela Anderson on Kid Rock Divorce: We Have Zero in Common
Former Baywatch Actress Pamela Anderson told BlackBook recently that she and estranged husband Kid Rock "have zero in common." Anderson also reportedly said that Kid Rock disliked her friends and was jealous of her former husband and father of her children, rocker Tommy Lee. The couple's divorce agreement was settled in January and will be final May 28.
"Men In Trees" Stars Anne Heche and James Tupper Both Divorcing
Couple Reportedly Spotted Having Romantic Dinner in Vancouver RestaurantActors Anne Heche and James Tupper are reportedly seeking solace from their mutual divorce woes in each other, according to In Touch magazine. The couple was spotted having an affectionate dinner together at a restaurant in Vancouver, Canada, after both announced their divorces. Tupper, 41, separated from his wife Kate in November, while Heche's husband, Coley Laffoon, filed for divorce from Heche in January.
Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler: We're Not Back Together After Divorce
Former stars of the MTV reality show "Meet the Barkers," Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler, appeared together on Valentine's Day at Caesars Palace to support a fashion showcase despite a bitter and very public divorce. Barker and Moakler exchanged barbs on their "MySpace" sites after their divorce last year and Barker publicly criticized Moakler for holding a "divorce party." Both parties have stated publicly that they are not back together.
Tom Arnold Rescinds 2006 Separation Agreement
Comedian Tom Arnold has requested the dismissal of a 2006 court petition to separate from his wife, Shelby, according to TMZ.com. Arnold's rep told the celebrity news website, "They've both worked very hard to make the relationship work, and will continue to do so." The couple has no children.
Jim Carrey and Jenny McCarthy: Won't Marry, Won't Divorce
Comedian Jim Carrey told Access Hollywood that he and his girlfriend, actress Jenny McCarthy, are not planning to get married and therefore won't divorce. The actor has been divorced twice and McCarthy once. Carrey is divorced from actress Lauren Holly and Melissa Worner. McCarthy is divorced from film director John Asher.
British Talk Show Host Chris Tarrant Divorces; Wife Gets Half
Chris Tarrant, talk show host of Britain's version of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" has offered his estranged wife Ingrid a £15million agreement after 16 years of marriage. The amount is reportedly half of the talk show star's fortune, according to papers filed in a London High Court. Chris Tarrant admitted to a seven year affair.
Anne Heche and Husband are Over
Actress Anne Heche, who once dated comedian Ellen Degeneres, has split with her husband, cameraman Coley Laffoon, after a five year marriage. A spokesperson for Heche reported that the couple has requested that "they be allowed privacy at this time."
The couple has a 4-year old son. In 2001, after her split with Degeneres, Heche published an autobiography, Call Me Crazy, in which she detailed her struggles with mental illness.
"Lost" Star Emilie de Ravin to Divorce Husband
The actress who plays Claire Littleton on ABC's television show "Lost," has separated from her husband after only six months of marriage. A publicist for Emilie de Ravin, 25, told the Associated Press that the Australian actress had split from actor Josh Janowicz, also 25.
CSI Miami's David Caruso Finalizes Divorce
David Caruso, star of CSI: Miami, has finalized the divorce from his wife, Margaret. The couple married eight years ago and was separated in June 2004. According to People magazine, Margaret will receive $2.7 million, plus a portion of the actor's CSI residuals.
Sadie Frost and Jude Law Say "Children Come First"
Actor Jude Law and ex-wife Sadie Frost have been publicly speaking of the end of their marriage. Last month, Law commented that his divorce settlement left him "broke" and now Frost has responded by saying that she and the actor are "good friends" after having spent ten years together, and that their children "come first." Law and Frost divorced in 2005.
Swank Admits Divorce is Not End of World
Oscar winning actress Hilary Swank has admitted to people.com that her divorce from actor Chad Lowe was "not the end of the world" for her. Swank said she relied on friends while going through the split. "You rely on your friends when you go through something. My friends are my family."
Jenna Jameson to Divorce
Adult film actress Jenna Jameson has filed for divorce in from her husband, adult film actor Justin Sterling. Jameson, whose real last name is Massoli, filed legal papers in Los Angeles County Superior Court, against Sterling, whose real name is Jay Grdina, according to TMZ.com. The couple was married for more than three years and reportedly had no prenuptial agreement in place.
Liza Minnelli's Divorce Must Proceed, Appellate Court Rules
Liza Minnelli's attorneys yesterday lost an appeal to freeze Minnelli's divorce proceedings against estranged husband David Gest. Minnelli's lawyers wanted the divorce hearings delayed until after her lawsuit against Gest is decided. Gest had sued Minnelli for $10 million, claiming Minnelli had assaulted him, and the case was dismissed in September, however Minnelli countersued over money she says Gest owes her. The court has ruled that the divorce will proceed despite the countersuit.
Kate Hudson and Rocker Husband Robinson Split
Chris Robinson, singer of the rock band Black Crowes has filed for divorce from actress Kate Hudson, citing irreconcilable differences. They had announced their separation in August. According to a Superior Court filing in Los Angeles, Robinson is seeking shared custody of their son, Ryder Russell Robinson, who will turn 3 in January.
Actor Jude Law Claims Divorce Left Him Broke
Actor Jude Law has confessed to a French magazine that he "lost everything" in his 2003 divorce from actress and designer Sadie Frost. In the divorce settlement, Frost won the couple's £2 million London home plus a reputed £4 million payment and £15,000 a month, according to The Sun newspaper in London. The couple has three children together ranging in age from three to nine.
