Jessica and Nick Settle Up on Money
Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey have finally come to an agreement on who gets what in their three-and-a-half year marriage.
TMZ has obtained documents filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, revealing that Simpson and Lachey both signed a "written stipulation" on their financial dispute.
The couple was officially divorced last June, however, they were unable at the time to reach an agreement on dividing assets. TMZ first reported that Jessica and Nick earned a total of $36 million during their marriage. Since there was no prenup, under California's community property laws, each should have walked away with $18 million. Sources told TMZ that Jessica offered Nick a scant $1.5 million, which he rejected.
Sources say under the terms of the settlement, Nick will get "significantly" more than $1.5, but far less than $18 million. Nick agreed to the settlement in order to avoid an ugly court battle.
According to legal papers, Simpson and Lachey each filed financial declarations but agreed never to disclose the financial assets of the other.
By the way, even though Jessica walked away with tens of millions of dollars, she still stiffed the valet last night. Check out the TMZ video!
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Heather vs. Paul Cops Come A-Runnin'
Police in Sussex, England tell TMZ that the divorce battle between Sir Paul McCartney and Heather Mills reached a low point, as they were called to Mills' house yesterday in a fracas about some high-priced art.
At 5:30 Thursday afternoon, Sussex police "attended" the lodge formerly shared by Sir Paul and Heather after an alarm was activated at the house. Police spokesman Chris Oswick tells TMZ that officers spoke to Mills, who said that several pricey pieces of art -- reportedly including a Picasso and a Renoir -- were removed from her home. Mills was advised that the incident was a civil matter between her and Sir Paul, and that there were no criminal offenses. Oswick adds that Sir Paul was not at the house when the police arrived.
According to the Sun newspaper, the paintings taken were valued at an estimated $19.5 million, and that Paul also retrieved family pictures. McCartney reportedly reprogrammed the estate's alarm codes and informed Mills by text message that he'd taken the paintings.
The art seizure is just the latest salvo in a toxic feud between the two, who separated in May and began divorce proceedings in July.
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Ethan Hawke's Post-Uma Life
Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman may not have had a catchy one-name moniker like Brangelina, Bennifer or TomKat, but the ex-supercouple still felt the pressures of being in a high profile marriage.
Hawke tells Parade magazine, "...to be married to another famous person was a huge pressure -- one I didn't enjoy. And it had nothing to do with her." Ethan and Uma divorced in 2004 and have two children together, 8-year-old Maya and 4-year-old Levon. Regarding fatherhood, Ethan says, "It's the only role that, if I fail, I will consider my life a failure." What about "The Newton Boys?"
While messy divorces aren't uncommon in Hollywood, Hawke never makes disparaging remarks about his gorgeous ex. "She's my children's mother. You have to keep that above anything else." Spoken like a true gentleman. You hear that, Alec Baldwin?!
Check out the entire interview in Sunday's Parade magazine.
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Brody's Looking Grody
"OC" hunk Adam Brody didn't look so hunky in L.A. yesterday -- he's nearly unrecognizable.
The disheveled star sported poofy hair, cut-off sweatpants and scrunched up socks as he walked his pit bull pooch, Penny Lane, through the streets of West Hollywood.
We aren't sure if this sad look is a result of his recent breakup with Rachel Bilson, or it's just an early morning exercise getup. Either way, we miss the on screen/off screen romance.
Aaron Carter Is a Lovesick Idiot
Aaron Carter has fallen headfirst into love. Unfortunately, "love" may be a brick wall -- and the singer seems to have a concussion.
The 19-year-old was all over the news recently, after proposing to Playmate Kari Ann Peniche, then breaking off the engagement ... after just one week!
Luckily, the teenage pop singer won't be alone forever. Last week he met 18-year-old singer Kaci Brown, and now he's in love ... again. Carter told People magazine, "Now I'm in a great relationship. I've only known her for, like, seven days, but I have a connection with her that's like nothing else I've ever experienced." Like, wow!
To top off his lovestruck interview, Carter was asked what Kaci's friend had given him for his birthday, and the Carter bro responded, "She got me love." (Insert retching sound here.)
We give it a week.
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Jenna Jameson Pulls Plug On Marriage
Porn queen Jenna Jameson has filed for legal separation from her husband of three and a half years.
TMZ obtained the legal papers, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court. Jameson, whose legal last name is Massoli, has been estranged from husband Jay Grdina. Grdina, also a porn star, performs under the name Justin Sterling.
The couple has no children, however, we're told the divorce could get nasty. Sources tell TMZ the couple has no prenup, but Jameson is rolling in dough after selling her lucrative business to Playboy. Jameson is repped by mega-celebrity lawyer Neal Hersh.
Jameson, once linked to rocker Dave Navarro, has been keeping company with Ultimate Fighting champion Tito Ortiz. The couple has been spotted partying it up in Vegas and Los Angeles, and was most recently spotted in the green room at VH1's Big in '06 awards.
So it's a little bittersweet -- yes, Jenna's available, but you'll have to go through Tito Ortiz to get to her. Good luck, boys!
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Is Divorce in Madge's 'Unlucky Stars?'
As Madonna and man-toy Guy Ritchie approach their six year wedding anniversary, rumors continue to swirl that their marriage is close to the "borderline."
According to AOL Horoscopes, her Madgesty, a Leo born August 16, is someone who wants constant praise. Shocking! Unfortunately, Virgos like Guy tend to be very critical and don't readily give unwarranted praise. Luckily, stars say the duo "could find some common ground in the bedroom." Like a virgin!
While the mother of three is "more likely to quibble over Guy's choice of words than to address the larger issues at hand," Ritchie is still able to make Madonna feel "like she's the center of the universe." Guy knows that hell hath no fury like a Material Girl scorned! Perhaps a vacation on La Isla Bonita would help?
The astrological forecast says that if the Ciccone-Ritchies can make it work until July, their marriage should make it ... and they can justify their love.
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Doors Drummer Goes Solo
John Densmore, the drummer for rock legends The Doors, has filed for divorce from his wife of 16 years, documentary filmmaker Leslie Neale.
Densmore filed divorce papers in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Dec. 8, citing "irreconcilable differences." The couple has one child, a 14-year-old daughter, Luka.
Since the Doors dissolved in 1973, Densmore has been involved in various projects, including dance, stage, and acting gigs. He wrote an autobiography about The Doors, "Riders on the Storm," and has famously rejected the overtures of several companies looking to license Doors songs for advertising, including Cadillac.
Densmore and Neale jointly produced the 2004 documentary "Juvies," which Neale also directed.
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Did Uranus Kill Vaughniston?
With news that Jennifer Aniston and Vince Vaughn are nothing more than friends, the world is picking up the pieces and trying to figure out just went wrong.
According to AOL Horoscopes, Jen's "Saturn is moving through her 10th House of Career" and may have led her drive to become an A-list film actress override a "desire to build security through deep intimacy." Once you've done Brad Pitt, does it matter? To hell with Brad and Vince, this gal wants Oscar!
Likewise, Vince's stars indicate he "needs to move toward expressing his imagination through film, and Uranus is stimulating his desire to grow in this direction." Stimulating Uranus creates a desire to grow? We did not know that.
For Jen and Vince, being stars appears to be more important than love, and their inevitable "Break-Up" was the only thing in the stars.
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Lance: Breakup Rumors Out of Sync
Jen & Vince may have split for good, but things are looking up for Lance & Reichen.
Just a day after Bass' rep told TMZ that the couple had broken up, Lance took to his MySpace page to set the record, er, straight; "Reichen and I have gone through a few rough days ... I have no doubt things will work out. We are very mature and deal with things the right way."
Responding to rumors that the couple has an "open relationship," Bass writes, "What the hell does that mean anyway? I mean I think I know what that means ... and if it is .. then the answer is def NO!"
Tearin' up my heart!
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Eddie's Daddy Lie Caught on Tape!
Just one day after Eddie Murphy's rep lied by denying the fact that his client made comments on a Dutch TV show questioning the paternity of former Spice Girl Melanie B.'s unborn child, TMZ has confirmed the existence of the tape and obtained the footage.
In the video, Eddie is asked if he is happy with pregnant Melanie, and you can clearly see and hear Murphy tell the interviewer,"You're being presumptuous, because we're not together anymore. And I don't know whose child that is, until it comes out and has a blood test. You shouldn't jump to conclusions, sir."
And neither should Eddie's reps before they start denying things that are true!
On Monday, Melanie and Murphy kept themselves on opposite sides of the country. Scary Spice was seen at LAX with her daughter, while Eddie arrived at the NYC premiere of "Dreamgirls" with Babyface's ex-wife, Tracey Edmonds. No word if Eddie's reps will deny this too.
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Eddie "Scared" He's Not the Daddy?
Eddie Murphy reportedly revealed that he's split with former Spice Girl Melanie B., and he's questioning the paternity of her unborn child.
Sources say Murphy was asked on a Dutch TV show this weekend if he was happy with the pregnant Melanie, to which he reportedly responded, "You're being presumptuous, because we're not together anymore. And I don't know whose child that is, until it comes out and has a blood test. You shouldn't jump to conclusions, sir." Okay then!
The couple started dating in June, just two months after the "Daddy Day Care" star's divorce became final. Murphy already has six children, while Melanie, aka Scary Spice, has a daughter from a previous relationship. Now who's your daddy?
Eddie's rep told TMZ, "Mr. Murphy does not discuss his personal life publicly, so whatever is being reported is a fabrication and did not occur."
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Kid Rock: Pam Who?
Just days after filing for divorce from Pam Anderson, Kid Rock is back in the saddle again -- partying with hot blondes and making a serious statement with his wardrobe.
Seen partying with pals Uncle Kracker, Kenny Chesney, and Shooter Jennings after Kracker's show in Las Vegas on Friday night, Kid hit JET Nightclub at The Mirage.
Just who is Kid is calling a ho?
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Lance and Reichen: Bye Bye Bye
TMZ has confirmed that gAy-listers Lance Bass and Reichen Lehmkuhl are no longer an item. Lance's rep said, "They have broken up."
While together less than a year, the relationship was a catalyst in forcing the former *NSYNC singer to exit the closet.
Over and out.
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Do You See It in Her Face?
Believe it or not, this is Pam Anderson.
Far from the blonde bombshell we're used to seeing, Pam was caught by snappers on a very bad day -- the day she claims her marriage with Kid Rock hit the skids.
While Kid claims the couple didn't go their separate ways until five days later, the look on Pam's face tells a different story.
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Is PETA the Cause of Pam and Kid's Split?
Pamela Anderson's passion for animals might be one of the reasons she filed for divorce from Kid Rock. In an ironic case of bad timing, December's GQ Magazine crowned Pamela Anderson and Kid Rock their "Newlyweds of the Year." Sorry TomKat.
In the article, the trashtastic two were asked if Pam's work with animal rights had gotten Rock to abandon his love for hunting. Kid replied, "Now I shoot the deer and she saves it." A shocked Pam responded, "What did you say? That's divorce right there. You shoot anything, it's over."
They say meat is murder, and perhaps in Pam's case, also grounds for divorce.