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Posted Oct 22nd 2009 9:56AM by TMZ Staff
Katherine Jackson has gotten rid of her probate legal team, TMZ has learned.
Multiple sources tell us Katherine Jackson will be substituting new lawyers in her probate case. She has fired Burt Levitch. Family members also told us Londell McMillan will no longer be involved in the probate case.
Katherine will be hiring new lawyers and we're told she'll ask for a continuance today when the court hearing convenes so she can seal the deal with new lawyers.
We spoke with Londell McMillan, who acknowledges Katherine is moving on and hiring new probate lawyers. McMillan says he was never Katherine's probate lawyer, even though we know he was actively negotiating with lawyers for the estate.
McMillan tells TMZ, "I am not completely out." He says he does not know if he is still Katherine's general counsel and continues to represent her.
Filed under: Michael Jackson, Exclusives
Tags: 86s, blanket, children, estate, fires, katherine jackson, KatherineJackson, michael jackson, michael jr, MichaelJackson, MichaelJr, paris, probate lawyers, ProbateLawyers, special administrators, SpecialAdministrators, will
Posted Oct 1st 2009 3:17PM by TMZ Staff
TLC isn't the only one calling Jon Gosselin "opportunistic" -- now his estranged wife is joining in on the fun.
Kate just released the following statement:
"It appears that Jon's priority is Jon and his interests ... I'm saddened and confused by Jon's public media statements. Jon has never expressed any concerns to me about our children being involved in the show and, in fact, is on the record as saying he believes the show benefits our children."
As TMZ previously reported, production has been suspended on "Kate Plus 8" while Jon and the network hash out a deal.
Filed under: TV, Celebrity Feuds, Jon & Kate
Tags: children, jon gosselin, jon kate plus 8, JonGosselin, JonKatePlus8, kate gosselin, kate plus 8, KateGosselin, KatePlus8, TLC
Posted Oct 1st 2009 12:34PM by TMZ Staff
Sources connected with the production of "Jon & Kate Plus 8" "Kate Plus 8" tell TMZ all the hoo-hah has to do with $$$.
Sources on both sides tell us Jon Gosselin has been asking for his exit papers from the show for several months. Production sources say they were willing to continue giving Jon a full paycheck and not put him on the show, but there was one string attached -- that he couldn't do any other show without the permission of TLC. BTW, that's a standard condition in TV-land.
Production sources say Jon's lawyer was demanding that TLC let Jon do any show he wanted but TLC wouldn't budge. Production sources say Jon's lawyer then threatened to shut down production by claiming the show wasn't good for the kids, and that's just what happened.
But sources connected with Jon tell us Jon had been complaining for months about his kids being on the show and that the kids themselves were complaining. These sources say Jon was blindsided when TLC released a statement that the show would be called "Kate Plus 8" and that the result would be that the kids would have to be on camera a lot more.
Production sources say no way would the kids be on the camera more because it's just "Kate Plus 8."
Filed under: TV, Jon & Kate, Exclusives
Tags: children, divorce, jon and kate plus 8, jon gosselin, jon kate plus 8, JonAndKatePlus8, JonGosselin, JonKatePlus8, kate gosselin, KateGosselin, kids, money, reality show, RealityShow, tlc
Posted Oct 1st 2009 10:10AM by TMZ Staff
Jon Gosselin has finally found religion for his children -- but it's a little late.
TMZ's confirmed Jon has sent a letter to TLC demanding they halt production of "Jon & Kate Plus 8" or any other show with his children STAT.
Gosselin now claims the filming is detrimental to his kids and he's now determined to bring in police if that's what it takes to stop the production.
So coincidence? Jon was just 86'd from the show -- which will be relaunched as "Kate Plus 8" in November -- and a day later he's suddenly worried about the kids he sporadically sees. A source connected with the production says Jon had no problem shooting the show as recently as last Friday ... but since he was essentially fired from the show this week, he's suddenly worried about his children.
FYI ... whoever put up the sign misspelled "penelty" and "Johnathon."
Filed under: TV, Jon & Kate
Tags: cease and desist, CeaseAndDesist, children, jon gosselin, jon kate plus 8, JonGosselin, JonKatePlus8, reality show, RealityShow, tlc
Posted Sep 27th 2009 1:50AM by TMZ Staff
Lamar Odom's baby mama tells TMZ the two kids she shares with L.O. won't be at his wedding to Khloe Kardashian.
Liza Morales also tells us she did not have a meltdown, contrary to some reports, but admits, "Yes, the circumstances over the last few weeks have been upsetting but none of my actions publicly or from the privacy of my home could be classified as a meltdown. I have maintained a brave face for my children who are my main concern and I remain strong for them."
She went on to say she has "the support of my family and friends and Lamar's family have been nothing but supportive of me and the kids during this difficult time. I wish Lamar nothing but happiness we all deserve to be happy."
Taking the high road -- never a bad thing .... but the kids still ain't going to the wedding.
Filed under: Exclusives, The Kardashians
Tags: children, khloe kardashian, KhloeKardashian, lamar odom, LamarOdom, liza morales, LizaMorales, wedding
Posted Sep 25th 2009 6:43PM by TMZ Staff
This is the woman Lamar Odom dated for 10 years -- the mother of his children -- Liza Morales. Do you think she's happy about his wedding to Khloe Kardashian ... who he's been dating for a month?
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, The Kardashians
Tags: children, khloe kardashina, KhloeKardashina, l.a. lakers, L.a.Lakers, lamar odom, LamarOdom, marriage, married, mother
Posted Sep 20th 2009 9:40AM by TMZ Staff
Alex Rodriguez and his girlfriend Kate Hudson walked around rainy Seattle yesterday with Ryder, Natasha Alexander and Ella.
The pair has plenty of free time -- A-Rod's Yanks are cruising and Kate is in between terrible romantic comedies.
Filed under: Paparazzi Photo, A-Rod
Tags: alex rodriguez, AlexRodriguez, children, kate hudson, KateHudson, kids, rain, seattle
Posted Sep 2nd 2009 1:47PM by TMZ Staff
DJ AM's mother just filed documents in L.A. County Superior Court, which say he did not have a will.
His mother, Andrea Gross, is listed as the sole heir.
The documents list AM's annual income from property at $3.5 million, plus an additional $400,000 in assets. The docs list his debts at $2.9 million.
DJ AM had no spouse or children.
Filed under: Exclusives, DJ AM
Tags: andrea gross, AndreaGross, assets, children, death, dj am, DjAm, documents, spouse, will
Posted Aug 4th 2009 5:54PM by TMZ Staff
We just got a declaration from Joe Jackson, filed with the court, and Joe makes it clear -- he supported Michael Jackson's decision to make his wife Katherine the guardian of Michael's 3 kids .. and Joe makes it clear he will keep his distance.
Joe says in the declaration: "I have had a close family relationship with these grandchildren since their birth. I do visit the family residence from time to time and will continue to do so, however I will not be involved in raising the children."
Joe continues, "I understand that all decision-making authority regarding the children will rest with Katherine Jackson. Katherine Jackson is a wonderful caretaker and guardian, and has done an excellent job raising our children and other grandchildren."
Filed under: Michael Jackson, Exclusives
Tags: children, custody, grandchildren, katherine jackson, KatherineJackson, kids, michael jackson, MichaelJackson
Posted Jul 24th 2009 5:50PM by TMZ Staff
We've now obtained documents filed yesterday in the Michael Jackson probate case.
The Special Administrators have recovered $5.5 million in cash from a former financial advisor. The documents do not name the advisor.
In the documents, the administrators predict Jackson has enough cash to pay off his estimated $400 million in debts -- and still have money left over for his heirs.
The docs also say Jackson's children are the beneficiaries of an insurance trust established by Michael Jackson. The proceeds have not yet been collected, which explains why lawyers for Katherine Jackson have asked for a temporary allowance.
The Special Administrators expect to generate tens of millions of dollars of revenue from various business deals that are now in the works.
Story developing ...
Filed under: Michael Jackson
Tags: allowance, children, katherine jackson, KatherineJackson, michael jackson, MichaelJackson, money, probate, special administrator, SpecialAdministrator
Posted Jul 7th 2009 1:55PM by TMZ Staff
Though she was not at the memorial service today, Diana Ross, who Micheal requested look after his kids in his will if his mother was unable to, released the following statement:
"I am trying to find closure, I want you to know that even though I am not there at the Staples Center. I am there in my heart. I have decided to pause and be silent. This feels right for me. Michael was a personal love of mine, a treasured part of my world, part of the fabric of my life in a way that I can't seem to find words to express. Michael wanted me to be there for his children, and I will be there if they ever they need me. I hope, today brings closure for all those who loved him. Thank you Katherine and Joe for sharing your son with the world and with me. I send my love and condolences to the Jackson family."
Filed under: Michael Jackson
Tags: children, custody, dead, death, diana ross, DianaRoss, die, memorial, michael jackson, MichaelJackson, will
Posted Jul 6th 2009 1:57PM by TMZ Staff
We've learned the "second" will that was lodged with the court was signed by Michael Jackson in 1997. That will was declared null and void when the 2002 will was signed.
The main reason Jackson updated his will in 2002 -- the birth of his last two children.
In both the '97 and 2002 wills, Jackson's lawyer/friend John Branca was named co-executor.
Filed under: Michael Jackson
Tags: 2002, children, estate, Michael Jackson, MichaelJackson, second will, SecondWill, signed, will
Posted Jul 1st 2009 11:17AM by TMZ Staff
We now know what's in Michael Jackson's will -- for starters, he never said where he wanted to be buried.
We've learned the will -- which will be filed today -- is 5 pages long. As for who gets what -- Jackson's entire estate goes to the Michael Jackson Family Trust. The trust documents are not included in the will and the contents of the trust remain confidential.
We're told the trust provides for Michael's children and mother, and distributes money to several charities.
Filed under: Michael Jackson
Tags: burial, children, dead, death, funeral, Michael Jackson, MichaelJackson, trust, will
Posted Jun 29th 2009 8:40AM by TMZ Staff
A Jackson family lawyer strongly indicated Michael Jackson's mother wants custody of his three kids. Londell McMillan was on "Today" this morning -- where he said Michael's three children will most likely remain with his mother, Katherine, who currently has custody.
McMillan said he hasn't heard that
Debbie Rowe has an interest in undermining "the best interest of these children." But as we first reported, Rowe never gave up her parental rights and it's not about "best interest" -- under California law, Rowe could get custody for the asking unless there's proof it would be "detrimental" to the kids.
McMillan also addressed concerns over
Dr. Conrad Murray -- saying the family is "troubled with the circumstances surrounding the death."
Filed under: Michael Jackson
Tags: children, custody, dead, death, debbie rowe, DebbieRowe, katherine jackson, KatherineJackson, michael jackson, MichaelJackson
Posted Jun 9th 2009 6:00AM by TMZ Staff
Don't expect the sure-to-be freakishly perfect offspring of Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova to take over the world anytime soon -- Iglesias says he's not "mature" enough to be a papa.
Enrique, who recently admitted to smoking pot for inspiration, is now 34 ... going on 13.
Filed under: Baby Watch
Tags: Anna kournikova, child bearing, ChildBearing, children, enrique iglesias, popstar
