Nastiest Showbiz Divorces Revealed Jul 13, 2008
After four years of marriage, Steven Spielberg learned one of life's lessons the hard way: never agree to a prenuptial agreement without an attorney present. As it is rumored, the "E.T." director signed away $100 million by entering into a prenuptial agreement that was drafted on, of all things, a cocktail napkin. (Click2Houston, TX)
Brinkley wins custody of children and 18 properties in divorce case Jul 13, 2008
Although the couple signed a prenuptial agreement, they had clashed over custody of the children and the division of their property. That disagreement led to very public divorce proceedings, which Brinkley insisted she had not desired. (guardian.co.uk)
Soap opera divorce hasn't impacted A-Rod's hitting Jul 8, 2008
NEWS AND INFORMATION. By Seth Livingstone, USA TODAY 's wife filed for divorce Monday. (USA Today -- Sports)
A-Rod's wife files for divorce Jul 8, 2008
The couple has had a prenuptial agreement in place since October 2002, according to the divorce papers. Rodriguez is in the first season of a $275 00001AE1 million, 10-year contract with the Yankees, a deal that could be worth more than $300 million if he sets the all-time home run record in pinstripes. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Reports: A-Rod's wife to file for divorce on Monday Jul 7, 2008
The Miami Herald reported that the couple has a prenuptial agreement. They have a six-bedroom estate in Coral Gables, Fla. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Le Trainwreck Jul 5, 2008
For purposes of this divorce, with most issues resolved by a prenuptial agreement, there is really not much point in trotting out the busty young things. Cook's adultery isn't really relevant to the custody hearing or to the fight over some assets. (Slate)
TODAY: Nasty charges Jul 4, 2008
She and Cook, an architect, had a prenuptial agreement, and the division of assets is not a major issue in their split. Instead, the couple is battling for custody of their two children, Jack, 13, and Sailor, 10. (MSNBC -- News)
Gerry Dulac's LipOuts (Today) Jul 3, 2008
Greg Norman marries former tennis great Chris Evert in a small private ceremony in the Bahamas, his second marriage and her third: As part of a prenuptial agreement, he does not get to claim any of her 18 major championships. Inbee Park, 19, wins the U.S. Women's Open, the second major in a row won by a teenager: Wonder if that was 2. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Christie Brinkley's divorce trial to begin in N.Y. Jul 2, 2008
The couple had a prenuptial agreement, so money will not the main focus of the trial. Attorneys are arguing over custody issues related to their two children and how to divide up some of their belongings, including three boats and some real estate. (USA Today -- Life)
Brinkley Divorce Trial Airs To Public Jul 2, 2008
The couple had a prenuptial agreement so money is not the main issue. They are expected to fight in court to remain full-time parents. (WNBC.com, NY)
Former Supermodel's Divorce Trial to Stay Open Jul 1, 2008
Grounds, custody and visitation and financial issues related to a prenuptial agreement will be determined during the trial scheduled to begin Wednesday and could last several weeks. Theresa Mari of Huntingdon, the attorney for the children, and Cook contended that the best interest of the children would be served by closing the courtroom "to, in effect, isolate them from information." Brinkley opposed closing the courtroom. (Law.com)
Shared water makes good neighbors Jul 1, 2008
It's a marriage that's been a long time in the works, and Monday's signing represented a prenuptial agreement of sorts. Bolkan said even though Parshall is inside the reservation boundaries, this is the first shared project. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Bitter YouTube wife hits the courthouse Jul 1, 2008
After living with Smith for 13 years, she faced immediate eviction from their apartment and believed she would not have access to any money guaranteed by a prenuptial agreement until after the divorce was finalized, she said. She said she agreed to multiple interviews, for a fee, after becoming a YouTube star because she had no other income. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Actor Murray divorced from wife Jun 28, 2008
The couple signed a prenuptial agreement before they married in which Murray agreed to pay $7 million (3. 5 million) to his ex-wife within 60 days of a final divorce decree. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Buzz Briefs: Tim McGraw, Ben Affleck Jun 27, 2008
The Post and Courier of Charleston obtained the complaint and attached prenuptial agreement be 00000193 fore they were sealed. The prenuptial agreement requires Murray to pay his ex-wife $7 million within 60 days of the divorce. (CBS News)
Report: Madonna Seeking Legal Advice for Divorce From Ritchie Jun 27, 2008
Madonna and Ritchie apparently did not have a prenuptial agreement, according to the Times, which could potentially lead to a 50-50 split of assets. Madonna, who reportedly met Shackleton for a preliminary meeting in April, is believed to be worth about $600 million. (Fox News)
Madonna reportedly talking to divorce lawyer Jun 27, 2008
Madonna is worth an estimated $590 million, and the couple did not have a prenuptial agreement, according to The Times. When contacted by Access, a rep for Shackleton said, We have a policy of not speaking with the press. (MSNBC -- News)
Spurned N.Y. wife-turned-YouTube star defends videos Jun 27, 2008
After living with Smith for 13 years, she faced immediate eviction from their apartment and believed she would not have access to any money guaranteed by a prenuptial agreement until after the divorce was finalized, she said ... prenuptial agreement. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Bill Murray, Paris Hilton, Wesley Snipes Jun 27, 2008
The Post and Courier of Charleston obtained the complaint and attached prenuptial agreement before they were sealed. The prenuptial agreement requires Murray to pay his ex-wife $7 million within 60 days of the divorce. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Who will get custody of Padres in divorce? Jun 23, 2008
Unlike Boston Red Sox owner John Henry, who filed for divorce last May, John Moores did not take the precaution of a prenuptial agreement when he married the girl from his high school history class at 19 years old. In high-asset divorces such as the Mooreses', this can be particularly complicated when a large portion of the net estate is one asset, said attorney Judi S. Foley, a family law specialist and Padres season-ticket holder. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Celebrity makers: part two Jun 23, 2008
If he does, then he must have a prenuptial agreement. It should be noted that Tooth - a divorc; himself - fell in love with a woman he met while working on her divorce case. (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
CINDY UNLEASHED Jun 19, 2008
And Cindy, my advice to you is to ease up a little on that prenup (prenuptial agreement) ... And Cindy, my advice to you is to ease up a little on that prenup (prenuptial agreement) ... John McCain have a marriage prenuptial agreement; her assets remain separate. (The Drudge Report)
Tying the Knot: When Finance and Romance Go Hand-in-Hand Jun 17, 2008
WHAT ABOUT A PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT. A prenuptial agreement certainly doesn't sound romantic, but in the long run, it might just help keep the romance alive ... Usually we think of prenuptial agreements as something only for the rich or famous. (Townhall.com)
Henshaw: A dogs life, continued Jun 11, 2008
In it, author Jennifer Keene explains what to do if your prenuptial agreement didn t include the dog along with the house, the children, the bank account, and the Patriots tickets. Usually pet custody cases are settled fairly amicably early in the game, but sometimes it goes to court, where there is a best interest of the children standard but no best interest of the dog. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Schultz: Difficult times for Evander Jun 7, 2008
They didn t have a prenuptial agreement because Holyfield proposed and married on a whim, flying home one weekend in the middle of training in Houston for a fight against Mike Tyson. When Holyfield s attorneys and financial advisers found out about it, they flipped. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
This 'Hulk' boasts better effects and a smashing foe Jun 6, 2008
"It was kind of a prenuptial agreement," he says. "This was my big chance, my first big American movie. I didn't want it to be the end of my career. I wanted to start with a healthy relationship.". (USA Today -- Life)
Evander Holyfield sued for child support Jun 5, 2008
In his book, "Becoming Holyfield: A Fighter's Journey," the ex-champ wrote, "I'd made over $90 million in the short time [of the marriage to Janice] and, as things too often do, it came down to money because we didn't have a prenuptial agreement.". Vote for this story. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Bill Murray's wife files for divorce May 31, 2008
The couple signed a prenuptial agreement, which was filed as an exhibit with the divorce papers, before they married in 1997. As part of the agreement, both waived their right to alimony or support if the marriage broke up. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Actor Murray's wife seeks divorce May 31, 2008
The couple signed a prenuptial agreement before they married in which they waived their right to alimony or support in the event of divorce. However, Murray did agree to pay $7 million (3. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Murrays marriage Lost in recreation May 30, 2008
Before marrying in 1997, the couple signed a prenuptial agreement where they waived their right to alimony or support if the marriage broke up. Murray, however, did agree to pay 7 million to his wife within 60 days of an eventual divorce decree. (Boston Herald)
Bill Murray accused of sex addiction, abuse May 30, 2008
She also urged the court to look into the couple's prenuptial agreement, which waives their right to alimony, in order to determine whether it's still valid and enforceable. (Agencies). (Xinhuanet, China)
Cindy McCain Had $6 Million Income in 2006 May 26, 2008
Under a prenuptial agreement, the McCains have separate assets and file separate tax returns. John McCain made his tax returns public last month. (Newsmax)
Clinton, Obama camps deny holding running-mate talks May 24, 2008
Under a prenuptial agreement, the McCains have separate assets and file separate tax returns. The Arizona senator released his tax return last month, reporting a total income of $405,409 in 2007 and $84,460 in federal income taxes. (Boston Globe)
Pete Wentz Talks About Marrying Ashlee Simpson, Honeymoon, But Insists Baby 'Has Not Been Confirmed!' May 21, 2008
Wentz, who disclosed that the couple has a prenuptial agreement in place, also said he's not sure if the new Mrs. Wentz will take his name. "She legally is a Wentz. ... I don't know what she'll do with her stage name that's up to her," he said. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Ashlee and Pete sign prenup May 20, 2008
The newlyweds have signed a prenuptial agreement, according to OK. Magazine. (MSNBC -- News)
K-Fed attorney: Intense interest has its benefits May 18, 2008
Kaplan prepared Federline's prenuptial agreement, and the two reunited when Spears filed for divorce. "It was at that time that I knew that this was someone that I believed in who was taking on a cause that I believed in," Kaplan said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
McCain's wife sells Sudan-related investments May 16, 2008
McCain is regularly ranked among the richest lawmakers in Congress, but under the terms of a prenuptial agreement, much of the family's assets are in Cindy McCain's name. While the disclosure reports provide the identity of income and assets held by candidates and their spouses, they only offer a range of the amount of the holding. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Former Wescast Chairman's Son Fails in Appeal of Order in Favor of Ex-Wife May 16, 2008
May 15 (Bloomberg) -- The son of former Chairman lost another court battle over a prenuptial agreement with his former spouse meant to protect his family's controlling stake in the Canadian auto-parts maker ... He insisted that his four children enter prenuptial agreements to protect the shares of the family company, according to court documents ... Erika signed the prenuptial agreement two days before their wedding, after LeVan persuaded her to get rid of her attorney, who had questioned the... (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Christine Olson focusing on activism May 12, 2008
She has been called a gold digger, one of the tamer criticisms, when it was reported last month that the Olsons were in a dispute over a prenuptial agreement and Lute Olson allegedly transferred money from the couple's joint account to his. Her friends say that's the farthest thing from the truth, and that she sacrificed a great deal to leave Pennsylvania, where she had made her own mark in business and politics as the former Christine Toretti. (AZCentral -- News)
Cindy McCain on Myanmar, tax returns May 9, 2008
When she and McCain married in 1980, they signed a prenuptial agreement in which they agreed to keep their finances separate. The candidate has released his tax returns, but Mrs. McCain told Curry that even if she becomes first lady, her finances will remain private. (MSNBC -- Politics)
GOP candidate's wife says she'll never release her ... May 9, 2008
His wife is an heiress to an Arizona beer distributing company, but a prenuptial agreement left many of those assets in Cindy McCain's name. Meanwhile, the head of the Democratic National Committee says Cindy McCain's refusal to release her tax returns gives the appearance of a double standard on the part of her husband. (FOX23.com, OK)
CAREY MARRIES SMART May 8, 2008
Those nice people at the other tabloid, saying that Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon married "without a prenup" - or Fox News ace Roger Friedman, who insists the honeymooning couple in the Bahamas "have a very nice prenuptial agreement" because Mariah told a friend: "Anyone who thinks we didn't have a prenup is smoking something.". THEY COULD call it "Barbara Wal ters Week, Month or Year." You can barely move in Manhattan without celebrating her book "Audition," and I don't envy whoever had to pare... (New York Post -- Gossip)
First Lady Laura Bush Prominent as Diplomat May 8, 2008
It is a long way from what she jokingly calls her prenuptial agreement with George W. Bush she'd marry him if she never had to give a speech. The first lady's more public profile on policy matters at home and abroad is not suddenly new, although it appears to grow all the time. (Fox News -- Politics)
Is a prenuptial for you? May 7, 2008
The answer is, obviously, YES. But it is possible only when you go for a prenuptial agreement before tying the knot ... What is a prenuptial agreement. (India Times, India)
Mariah's Pre Nup May 7, 2008
More importantly: Miss Mariah and Mr. Cannon have a very nice prenuptial agreement. Mariah apparently told a mutual pal of ours: "Anyone who thinks we didn't have a prenup is smoking something!". (Fox News)
Reports: Mariah Carey, Nick Cannon Marry May 3, 2008
A source told the Post there was no prenuptial agreement ... Another insider close to the Carey clan thought the rumored nuptials would be "unlikely" as Mariah is "very protective of her funds" and wouldn't have gone through with the process without a prenuptial agreement. (Fox News)
Pop Tarts: Super-Skinny Cameron Diaz Emerges After Dad's Death May 3, 2008
" I can t confirm any wedding rumors, our insider said. But I m not denying it either. Another insider close to the Carey clan thought the rumored nuptials were unlikely as Mariah is very protective of her funds and wouldn t have gone through with the process without a prenuptial agreement. "To my knowledge this hasn't been arranged, but who knows. " the insider said. Reps for both music moguls refused to comment. Carey was previously married to music mogul Tommy Mottola. Spotted or Snapped a... (Fox News)
Lute Olson's divorce heats up over money issues Apr 22, 2008
TUCSON - Allegations that Lute Olson improperly transferred all the money from a financial account he shared with his estranged wife, combined with a dispute over a prenuptial agreement, potentially could turn the Arizona basketball coach's divorce into a nasty battle ... Meanwhile, the coach is challenging the validity of a prenuptial agreement ... The prenuptial agreement was not included in the court records. (AZCentral -- News)
McCain Distances Self From Bush, Says US Worse Off Than 2000 Apr 19, 2008
My wife and I, we have separate incomes, we have a prenuptial agreement, and her business is her business,'' he said. I have never been involved in it since before I ran for the Congress of the United States, so I just feel that she has a right to a separate tax return. (Bloomberg)
McCain reports income of $405409 Apr 19, 2008
The couple signed a prenuptial agreement that keeps most of the assets in Cindy McCain's name. "Senator and Mrs. McCain have kept their personal finances separate throughout their 27-year marriage," the McCain campaign said in a statement accompanying the tax returns. (Boston Globe)
McCain releases tax returns Papers for wealthy wife, who files separately... Apr 19, 2008
Under a prenuptial agreement, Cindy McCain's assets are separate from her husband's. The returns show that over the last two years, the McCains donated $340,323 to charitable causes, with most of John McCain's donations going to the John and Cindy McCain Family Foundation, his campaign said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Talk to an attorney about loopholes in father's will Apr 19, 2008
He has an ironclad (so he says) prenuptial agreement. He is pretty savvy, so I don't doubt it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
McCain earned $405,409 Apr 19, 2008
A prenuptial agreement left much of the family's assets in the name of Cindy McCain, heiress to a Phoenix-based beer distributing company. McCain's tax return, released Friday, indicated that he paid $84,460 in taxes on taxable income of $258,800. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
McCain Reports 2007 Income of $258,000 Apr 19, 2008
But a prenuptial agreement has kept most of the family's assets in the name of his wife, an heiress to a Phoenix-based beer distributing company. Her worth is estimated at more than $100 million. (Newsmax)
YouTube divorce rant has experts talking Apr 18, 2008
When they were married, Walsh-Smith, a native of Great Britain, signed a prenuptial agreement giving her the couples home in Florida and $500,000 a year in the event of a divorce, with the bulk of his estate going to his daughters. Walsh-Smith wants to get the agreement she signed thrown out. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Obama Releases Tax Returns Apr 17, 2008
McCain is routinely ranked among the richest senators, but a prenuptial agreement has kept most assets in his wife's name. As heiress to her father's stake in Phoenix-based Hensley a beer distributor, Cindy McCain is an executive whose worth may exceed $100 million. (CBS News)
Broadway Wife Wants Divorce-00004000By-YouTube Apr 17, 2008
Felder explained that his client was "acting out of passion." He also called the prenuptial agreement she'd signed with her husband, who is a quarter-century older than her, "stupid.". So why did his client sign. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Ivana's Wedding Day - Maybe Apr 12, 2008
There's still no word on whether the penniless Rubicondi signed the prenuptial agreement that Trump presented to him. . (New York Post -- Gossip)
Donald Trump Claims Law Firm Treated Him Like a 'Cash Cow' Apr 9, 2008
"I beat him too," said Mr. Trump, referring to Ivana's unsuccessful attempt to circumvent a prenuptial agreement. Mr. Trump is represented in his malpractice suit by Alfred Donnellan of Delbello Donnellan Weingarten rkehr in White Plains, N.Y. The situation is in flux, however, as Kevin J. Plunkett, who represented Morrison Cohen, recently joined the Delbello firm from the Westchester office of New York's Thacher Proffitt. (Law.com)
The Billionaire Bachelors Apr 9, 2008
Some in the press speculated that Perelman timed the filing of divorce papers to avoid a prenuptial agreement clause that would have hiked Barkin's potential alimony. Still, some estimates put the amount the Ocean s Thirteen actress received in the settlement at $60 million. (Forbes -- Business)
Jessica still haunts ex-husband Nick Apr 7, 2008
Mama Spears wants a prenupWhile Jamie Lynn Spears plans to wed baby-daddy Casey Aldridge, her mother Lynnes been busy planning their prenuptial agreement, according to In Touch. It may not seem like a big deal to the Zoey 101 star, but Lynne insists her daughters fortune must be protected. (MSNBC -- News)
Clintons Made $109 Million Since 2000 Apr 6, 2008
But the couple has a prenuptial agreement that has kept most assets in her name. In his financial disclosures, McCain lists his major sources of income as his Senate salary of $169,300 and a Navy pension of about $56,000. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Clintons' earnings exceed $100m Apr 5, 2008
Although Mr McCain's wife is heiress to a stake in Hensley ne of the largest beer distributorships in the US - reportedly worth more than $100 million - a prenuptial agreement means most of her assets are kept in her name. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Americas)
Golden years for the Clintons Apr 5, 2008
His wife, Cindy, is an heiress to a beer distributorship, but the couple have a prenuptial agreement that has kept most of their assets in her name, the Associated Press reported. The Clintons' returns show that Bill Clinton collected at least $12. (Boston Globe)
Three lawyers needed to save one marriage Apr 3, 2008
"It's the same concept as a prenuptial agreement," says Los Angeles attorney Scott Weston, co-author of "I Do, You Do ... But Just Sign Here: A Quick and Easy Guide to Cohabitation, Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements." ... Postnups, while much less common than prenuptial agreements, are gaining in popularity. (CNN)
