Recent Posts in Celebrity Divorces Category

In the state of California, it has been reported that after it nine years of marriage, rockstar Slash has filed for divorce from his wife Perla Ferrar.  The announcement was made Monday of this week.

Sources say a divorce petition was filed in Los Angeles court and seek the termination of marriage based upon the irreconcilable differences.

Slash, who is the former lead guitarist for Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver, is asking for joint physical and legal custody of the couple's two sons, eight-year-old London Emilio and six-year-old Cash Anthony. 

45-year-old Slash, whose real name is Saul Hudson, lists the date of separation as July 15, 2010.  He married his wife in October 2001 and this is his second marriage.

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Recently, lawyers representing Michael Douglas and his former wife have battled it out in a courtroom over the earnings from the actor's forthcoming film, a sequel to Wall Street.

Diandra Douglas was granted a share of proceeds from the actor's work while they were together according to their divorce settlement in 2000.  Now, she is looking to get earnings from the new film because Douglas reprises his role of Gordon Gekko from the original 1987 film.

The lawyers representing Douglas' ex-wife say the divorce agreement gives her the right to share proceeds from spinoffs related to the work the actor engaged in during their marriage.  However, Douglas' legal team think that "enough is enough".

At this time, a New York judge has not set a date for a ruling in the case and the actor and his former wife did not appear in court.  Last week, Douglas told the media that he is being treated for a tumor in his throat.

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Just weeks after filing for divorce, Kelsey Grammer announced that he is "deeply in love" with another woman.  This past weekend, the former Frasier star was spotted holding hands with a young blonde, who sources claim is named Kate.

According to a source that is a friend of Kelsey, the actor is, "pushing for a quickie divorce because things are moving quickly with his new girlfriend. There is speculation that she is pregnant, but he wants to finalize the divorce before making any announcement."

After 13 years of marriage, Camille Donatucci Grammer filed for divorce just five weeks ago.  At the time of the divorce filing, Kelsey said that he was not seeing anyone, tweeting, "Certainly, the time will come when I do see another woman."  However, this past weekend he was repeatedly photographed with the new woman holding hands. 

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Recently, reality television star Spencer Pratt was asked if Heidi Montag is talking to him.  He told news sources that Montag will not speak with him because she believes that he is "loco".

Pratt, who is 23 years old, openly admits that his ex will not speak with him because she feels he is crazy.  The former Hills star told X17 online that Montag, "doesn't talk to me… because I'm loco."

Earlier this year, Montag chose to end her relationship with Pratt by filing for legal separation.  Pratt told news sources that their separation could be attributed to their differing perspectives on fame. 

For the past few weeks, 26 year old Montage has been keeping a low profile.  The couple got married in 2008.

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It has been announced that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. filed for divorce from his wife, Mary Kennedy.  Kennedy filed his divorce petition three days before his wife was arrested for driving under the influence.

According to reports, Kennedy filed his legal paperwork on May 12^th with the Westchester County Clerk's Office.  The next day, police were dispatched to Kennedy's home amidst complaints of a "domestic incident".  When police arrived at the home, Kennedy accused his wife of being drunk.

Two days later, Mary Kennedy was arrested for mounting a curbside outside of a school.  Police had her take a breath test and her result was .11%.  The legal blood alcohol concentration is 0.08%.

Kennedy is the son of assassinated presidential candidate, Robert F. Kennedy.  He is refusing to comment on the situation between him and his wife at this time.

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In Los Angeles, it is reported that singer Melissa Etheridge just filed for divorce.  Etheridge, who was part of a same-sex marriage, filed her divorce petition against Tammy Lyn Michaels.  Now, Michaels is telling people that she was "blindsided" by the filing.

According to reports, 49 year old Etheridge filed a Petitoon for Dissolution of a Domestic Partnership in Los Angeles County Superior Court.  In her petition, Etheridge cited irreconcilable differences and she has requested that the court deny awarding Michaels spousal support.

Michaels took to her blog to lash out at Etheridge.  She wrote, "i'm raising the kids / doing what i can / second set of yours / could you stop blind sighting me? / unless it's another art form you're working on? / have a good concert."

In September 2003, Etheridge and Michaels married.  Following their marriage, they had twins together.  In April 2010, the couple announced their plans to separate.

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News sources are buzzing with reports that Elin Nordegren will soon file for divorce from her husband, pro golfer Tiger Woods.  According to multiple news reports, Elin originally wanted a $750 divorce settlement.  However, it is alleged that she has accepted a $100 million settlement.  The 30 year old will also receive monthly child support for her and Woods' two children.

Reports also indicate that Elin will get child custody and Tiger will have visitation.  TMZ says that the golfer must also refrain from introducing the children to women he is dating unless he has plans to marry. 

In return, Elin has allegedly agreed to a confidentiality clause which prevents her from doing any post-divorce interviews.  She cannot discuss the divorce or her relationship with Woods.  Reporters say that Elin held out on signing the confidentiality clause so that she could get an increased divorce settlement.

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The divorce between Sandra Bullock and Jesse James has been finalized.  According to a court clerk in Austin, Texas, the divorce between the actress and the biker was made official this week Monday.  In April, Bullock filed divorce papers to end her marriage due to reports that James had been unfaithful.

Many details surrounding their divorce have been kept from the public.  However, it has been revealed that Bullock cited "discord or conflict of personalities" as the grounds for divorce.  Neither Bullock nor James has commented on the situation and their attorneys have kept quiet.

The pair met in 2003 and married in 2005.  Following their nuptials, Bullock became the stepmother of James' children:  6 year old Sunny, 12 year old Jesse Jr. and 15 year old Chandler.

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According to TMZ, Charlie Sheen and Brooke Mueller recently signed a 43 page agreement.  The agreement details what will happen with the couple's assets if/when they divorce.

In the documents, both Mueller and Sheen agree that they will have joint child custody of their two children.  Mueller will have primary custody and Sheen will see his children on the weekends.

Child support is also addressed in the agreement.  Allegedly, Mueller will get $55,000 a month for child support payments.  The documents also specify that the child support for the couple's two children will not be, "less than the child support paid by Charlie to Denise Richards for Sam and Lola."  Additionally, the couple agreed that Brooke will waive her right to spousal support. 

She has agreed, "not to disclose to any media sources personal information relating to Charlie's sexual affairs or alleged drug usage."

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Not too long ago, David Boreanaz (former star of Buffy the Vampire Slayer) admitted to infidelity.  Now reports are circulating that another Buffy stare, Emma Caufield, has filed for divorce from her husband. 

In her divorce paperwork, the actress cited irreconcilable differences as the grounds for divorce.  The 37 year old actress is hoping to terminate her marriage with her husband, Cornelius Grobbelaar and reports indicate that paperwork was filed on May 7^th.  The couple was married four years ago on August 23, 2006.

Attorneys representing Caufield and Grobbelaar are refusing to comment on the divorce proceedings at this time.

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While it seems as if every other week another Hollywood couple files for divorce, most of those couples head straight to divorce court. But one former hit TV star has chosen to settle his divorce through mediation, a form of alternative dispute resolution.

"Dawson's Creek" star James Van Der Beek has almost reached a divorce settlement with soon-to-be ex-wife Heather McComb. In the settlement agreement, Van Der Beek, who brings home about $35,000 a month, agreed to pay McComb $7,750 a month in spousal support. Van Der Beek will also retain possession of the home he and McComb share in Hollywood, as well as the residuals he makes from his acting career and various other projects.

The couple cited irreconcilable differences as the cause of their divorce. They have no children, so child support and child custody are not issues that need to be addressed.

Planning to File for Divorce? Consider Mediation

If you and your spouse have decided to file for divorce, there are several benefits to settling your divorce through mediation as opposed to litigation. Through mediation, the parties are able to settle their divorce without the fighting and bickering associated with litigation. Furthermore, it usually takes much longer to resolve a divorce through litigation than it does to resolve a divorce through mediation. And the longer it takes to settle a divorce, the more expensive it will ultimately be.

Contact the Law Offices of Michael R. Young today if you're interested in speaking with a Riverside divorce attorney about divorce mediation.

A court date has been set in the ongoing divorce battle between Los Angeles Dodgers owners Frank and Jamie McCourt. This hearing will address whether the Major League Baseball team will remain in the sole possession of Frank, or if he and soon-to-be ex-wife Jamie will share possession.

At the center of the case is a martial agreement from 2004 that Frank says grants him sole ownership of the team, Dodger Stadium, and the surrounding land, while Jamie is entitled to their seven residences, which includes one condo and six homes. Jamie, however, insists that she is a rightful co-owner of the team.

It's situations like this that make it so important for anyone with high net worth assets, or any assets they wish to protect, to speak with a knowledgeable family law attorney about drafting an agreement that clearly defines how property should be divided in the event of a divorce. With such an agreement in place, you can ensure your property rights will be protected should your marriage end in divorce or separation. If you are interested in speaking with a Riverside family law attorney about creating a prenuptial agreement, postnuptial agreement, or some other type of marital agreement to ensure your assets are protected, please do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of Michael R. Young today at (866) 902-5290!

Oscar-winning actress Kate Winslet and her husband of 7 years, Oscar-winning director Sam Mendes, have filed for divorce.

The split comes two years after Mendes and Winslet worked together on the acclaimed movie Revolutionary Road, which Winslet received a Golden Globe award for and an Academy Award nomination. Some are calling the split ironic considering the movie was about a 1950s suburban couple who appeared to have a perfect marriage, but were actually miserable behind closed doors.

The London-based law firm handling the divorce said the decision to end the marriage was “entirely amicable and is by mutual agreement.” The firm also said Winslet and Mendes are “fully committed to the future joint parenting of their children."

Winselt and Mendes were married in 2003 and have six-year-old son together named Joe. The couple also raised Kate’s nine-year-old daughter Mia from her previous marriage to assistant director Jim Threapolton.

Deciding to divorce is rarely easy. If divorce is something you are considering, we urge you to contact an attorney at our office today. At the Law Office of Michael R. Young, a large portion of our practice is devoted exclusively to helping people in the San Bernardino area file for divorce. If you are still deciding whether or not divorce is the best option for you, we will do our best to provide you with the information and resources you need to make the right decision for you and your family. In the event that you have already decided to file for divorce, we can prepare the necessary paperwork and ensure your rights and best interests are protected throughout the divorce process.

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A well-known TV personality is involved in a legal dispute…with his own children!

Montel Williams, best known for his daytime talk show “The Montel Williams Show”, is being asked to step up to the plate by his own children. Although Williams is current on his $18,700-a-month child support payments, his two kids say they want their dad to start taking a more active role in their lives or step out of the way. They said if Williams isn’t interested in taking a more active involvement in their lives then he should step aside and let their mother make all of their legal decisions.

That is not their only request. The kids, ages 16 and 15, want Williams to pay for an attorney to argue their case. But according Williams’ own attorney, he is currently in an “extremely perilous” financial situation.

Despite his recent successes, which includes hosting radio show, writing a best-selling memoir, and staring as an infomercial pitchman, Williams claims he cannot afford to pay the $7,500 in legal fees his kids are asking for their lawyer.

Meanwhile, Williams’ custody fight with his ex-wife, Grace Morley, rages on. Although Williams and Morley currently have joint custody, his children say they rarely see their father. His daughter, Wintergrace, says she has only seen her father four times in the last five years. Morley is now trying to gain sole physical and legal custody of the children, but Williams is fighting to hold on to his legal custody rights so he can continue making legal decisions.

If you are in need of experienced representation for some type of child support or child custody dispute, you can turn to a knowledgeable Riverside divorce attorney at the Law Office of Michael R. Young for help. To learn more about the services offered at the firm, please call (866) 902-5290 today!

The rumor around Los Angeles is that America’s most famous bachelor is getting a divorce.

Hugh Hefner, the founder of Playboy Magazine, is allegedly divorcing his second wife Kimberly Conrad. Most people didn’t even know Hefner was still married, which is why the divorce comes a surprise. He and Conrad have been separated for 11 years.

Hefner and Conrad were married in 1989, had two children together, and then split in 1998. Conrad and the couple’s now teenage sons have been living in the house Hefner owned next to the Playboy Mansion. However, their otherwise cordial relationship became strained when Hefner sold the house.

The divorce is expected to be finalized in March. It’s not clear how issues such as child custody, visitation , spousal support, or child support will be settled, or if Conrad and Hefner will continue to operate the same way they did when they were separated. It is also unclear whether or not Conrad signed a prenuptial agreement and how that will affect the divorce settlement.

Two-time presidential candidate John Edwards and his wife Elizabeth Edwards have filed for legal separation.

The separation doesn’t really come as a shock, considering John’s affair with videographer Rielle Hunter made national headlines, as did a controversy involving John’s paternity of Hunter’s daughter. In addition, John’s longtime and now former aide Andrew Young is set to release a book in which he claims John asked him to lie about fathering a child with Hunter, as well as the great lengths John went to to hide the affair.

John publically admitted he was the father of Hunter’s daughter last month.

Despite any negative feelings she might feel towards her husband, Elizabeth says she will not discuss or comment on the affair, and said the contents from the parts of Young’s book that she has seen are false and exaggerated.

John hasn’t made any public statements about his separation from Elizabeth. He recently went to Haiti to assist with earthquake relief efforts.

The Edwards lived together in North Carolina. Unlike California, North Carolina divorce laws state that before a couple can file for divorce they must legally separate for at least 12 months.  It is expected that after twelve months have passed, the Edwards will file for divorce.

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Bristol Palin, the oldest daughter of ex Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin, is seeking  child support from her ex-fiancé, Levi Johnston.

Court documents show Palin asking for $1,750 a month for their 19-month-old son Tripp. Palin is also seeking $18,350 in back child support. She claims she is providing 100% of Tripp’s care and that Johnston only paid her a total of $4,440 in a little over a year.

The amount Palin is asking for is based on Johnston’s income last year.  Under Alaska law, the non-custodial parent is required to pay 20% of his or her adjusted annual income in child support.

Palin also filed for full custody back in November, but Johnston’s attorney says his client wants joint custody of Tripp.

There have been several reports that movie-star couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are separating. Although the couple is not legally married, it is rumored the pair has already signed the paperwork for a $366 million dollar split.

Since the couple never married, their assets are not subject to property division laws.  However, several reports have stated that Jolie and Pit have agreed to split their fortune evenly, which includes millions of dollars and homes in France, New Orleans, and California.

The couple also plans to share custody of their six children: Maddox, 8, Pax 6, Zahara, 5, Shiloh, 3, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 17 months. Although Pitt will share joint custody with Jolie, the children will primarily reside with their mother.

Despite the split being reported by multiple news outlets, People.com and other celebrity sites are claiming that the rumors are not true. The article on People.com states that “everything is fine” between the two and that reports of a separation are “totally false.”