Celebrity Divorce

Britney's back, and the newest bachelorette is popping up (and out) everywhere. It started with her drive-by appearance on Letterman on the night before filing divorce papers. The very next night, she was caught at a New York City Gap store shopping for cotton thong panties and clothes for an evening of ice skating at Rockefeller Center with an old friend ...

That old friend was her former manager, Larry Rudolph, the man who transformed Britney from former Mouseketeer into America's reigning Pop Princess. His relationship with Brit was solid until K-Fed came along. Kevin reportedly had a problem with Larry, and Brit chose Fed over Rudolph. Just one night after she left K-Fed, she reunited with Rudolph; it appears they were in talks before Brit's split.

Now, old television commercials for Britney's fragrances have begun popping up in time for the holidays, and rumors of musical collaborations with the likes of Pharrell, and a surprise appearance at last night's AMAs, are signs that the hard-working Britney Spears is definitely back. One thing she's retained from her K-Fed days; that awful gum-chewing. At least she tucked her gum to one side of her mouth while she presented the AMA to Mary J. Blige. Classy.

Meanwhile, there are rumors of a surprise superstar appearance at Los Angeles radio station 102.7 KIIS FM's annual concert, Jingle Ball. Our guess: It's gonna be Brit.

Chris Robinson has filed for divorce from his wife of nearly six years, actress Kate Hudson.

Powerhouse disso-queen lawyer Laura Wasser filed papers Friday in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Robinson's behalf, citing "irreconcilable differences." The couple, who married in December of 2000, has a two-year-old son named Ryder. Robinson is seeking joint custody. As for financial matters, TMZ has learned the couple has a prenup and that Robinson is not seeking spousal support.

Robinson and Hudson announced their separation back in August 2006. At the time, rumors swirled that Hudson was romantically involved with her "You, Me, and Dupree" co-star, Owen Wilson. Both Hudson and Wilson have denied that they're an item.

Robinson's lawyer, Laura Wasser, is also repping Britney Spears in her divorce from Kevin Federline.

Chris Rock and wife Malaak Compton-Rock were seen together last night at the Living Legends Foundation 13th Annual Dinner. The couple arrived arm in arm, which begs the question: Are they working on a reconciliation? As TMZ was first to report two weeks ago, Chris began divorce proceedings against his wife on November 3.

Rock, who referred to getting married as "shooting yourself in the head," may just be pulling the trigger again. Sources close to the couple tell TMZ that papers were never actually filed and it looks like the Rocks have iced their issues.

While Chris' rep, Leslie Sloane Zelnik, would not comment on his personal life, she did confirm to TMZ that both Chris and Malaak will be together in Vegas this weekend at The Comedy Festival, where Rock will be given 'The Comedian' award. Contrary to published reports, Chris is not performing. He is only attending the Festival to accept the honor.

It's been a grueling year for celebrity relationships, and as we reach TMZ's one-year anniversary, we'd like to take a moment to remember the Tinseltown relationships that didn't make it through the year. This year's breakups have been some of the messiest, saddest and most shocking splits to hit La La Land.

Most recently Britney Spears won back millions of fans by ditching her dead beat husband Kevin Federline. Britney filed for divorce this week in Los Angeles citing "irreconcilable differences," but most people blame K-Fed's embarrassing attempt at a rap album, bad hygiene and constant partying. The burning question -- how much dough will Federline dance away with?

Britney wasn't the only pop sensation to say "I don't" this year. Former "Newlyweds" Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey announced their split in November, 2005. The two didn't have a pre-nup. In the end, they settled out of court, and Nick walked away with a lot less from Jess, sans stress.

As the super-sexy almost-single mom strolled into a NYC Gap store last night, she didn't appear to be bothered by a huge scrolling electronic sign behind her, flashing the headline; "Britney Spears Filed for Divorce." Her smile has more wattage than the sign!

Spears can be seen at the table, wiping away tears and talking to a man who appears to be her bodyguard. Britney then shows the man a new red dress with a tag on it, leaves the table and returns in the dress!

As TMZ first reported, whatshisname didn't know that Spears was filing for divorce. According to court papers filed yesterday, Spears is asking for both legal and physical custody of one-year old Sean Preston and two-month old Jayden James, with Federline getting reasonable visitation rights. Er, when he shows up, of course.

• Britney/K-Fed Divorce -- Nasty Turn
• Britney Spears Files for Divorce

TMZ has learned Kevin Federline may fight Britney Spears for custody of his children. Federline has not had much time to react to Spears' decision to end the marriage, and that's because she didn't tell him in advance that she was filing for divorce. Federline was caught flatfooted when TMZ broke the story Tuesday that Britney filed legal papers in L.A. County Superior Court.

Spears has asked for sole custody of the couple's two small children. TMZ is told Federline is thinking of challenging that, even though Spears has functioned as the primary,

if not sole parent, as Federline tours the country hawking his CD.

Federline almost certainly cannot challenge the prenup. Sources say hotshot divorce lawyer Laura Wasser drafted an air-tight prenuptial agreement before the couple married. So Federline's only chance of cashing in is by mounting an ugly custody fight, trying to force a more lucrative settlement. But friends of Spears say Britney will fight a holy war to prevent Federline from getting custody and, given his track record -- or lack of it -- with the kids, it would appear Spears has the clear advantage.

Faux Federleezy (aka Psycho Mike) previewed his new single, "You Get Custody, I Get Paid," on this morning's show. As usual, the rapper dropped some serious knowledge, saying, "My Lamborghini and Cadillac won't pay for themselves," and "I ain't movin' out of Malibu to no apartment in the Valley, you know what I'm sayin'?"

Yeah, we know exactly what you're sayin'. Enjoy.

• Britney Spears Files for Divorce
• Britney/K-Fed Divorce -- Nasty Turn

TMZ obtained the legal papers, filed today in Los Angeles County Superior Court, citing "irreconcilable differences." In her petition, Spears asks for both legal and physical custody of the couple's two children, one-year old Sean Preston and two-month old Jayden James, with Federline getting reasonable visitation rights.

As for money, sources tell TMZ the couple, who married in Oct. 2004, has an iron-clad prenup. Not surprisingly, Spears is waiving her right to spousal support. She's also asking the judge to make each party pay their own attorney's fees.

Spears gives the date of separation as yesterday, the same day she flaunted her incredible revamped physique during a surprise appearance on David Letterman's show. Sources tell TMZ there was no single reason for Britney pulling the plug, rather, it was "a string of events."

Spears has hired powerhouse celebrity divorce lawyer Laura Wasser, who has repped a number of celebs, including Angelina Jolie, Nick Lachey and Kiefer Sutherland. We're told Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe asked Wasser to rep both of them in their split, but Wasser declined for personal reasons.

Significantly, Britney lists the date of her marriage as October 6, 2004. There was an uproar around the time of the wedding because the highly publicized "secret" ceremony was held on Sept. 18th, leading many to question the validity of the ceremony. Now the divorce documents indicate that the lavish ceremony was not the official wedding.

Click to read the petition for divorce documents.

The post-baby, pre-wedding Katie Holmes is looking hot as ever, as she gears up for her November 18th marriage to Tom Cruise. Obviously, Tom's efforts to get Katie looking her best for the wedding are paying off.

Divorce looks good on Whitney Houston. Her recent split from Bobby Brown has created some very favorable side effects, namely, looking hot while out on the town with music-mogul Clive Davis. We can't wait for her comeback album!

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Sir Paul McCartney's recent marital troubles got you down? Let's not think about Paul as the guy who married that woman that nobody seems to like, but as the musician who has endured for over forty years. What better way to to keep the dream alive then with some Macca memorabilia?!

Once upon a time, Paul was in a little band called The Beatles. Well, you can bid on a Beatles Flicker pin from that bygone era. One image shows the entire band, and when you tilt it, a portrait of Paul appears with the words "I Love Paul."

If you're a guitarist, you might want to bid on this Paul McCartney autographed hollow-body electric guitar. Nevermind that Paul plays bass guitar, it's still a pretty nifty conversation piece.

We knew it was coming and here it is. Shanna has responded to Travis' MySpace rant on her official MySpace page. "I am NOT the one running around the world with the town drug obsessed clown" the estranged Mrs. Barker barks, in a clear reference to Paris Hilton. Meow! If the Hilton/Moakler feud had fizzled out, this remark will spark the snark.

The actress states that she feels that battling out their "separation in the public arena is ... in poor taste," but she still must defend herself. She goes on to claim that Travis is only revealing parts of the story which allow him to escape unscathed.

The "Dancing" starlet attacks the fact that Barker is "flaunting his spiteful and vindictive relationships" in her face.

As for the "Divorce Party," Shanna writes that she will, in fact, enjoy it. She will celebrate a day that "wasn't the end of her life, but rather the beginning." According to Moakler, this will be "the last time she defends herself" against people "whose motives are to LIE and knock others down."

Looks like Donald Rumsfeld should be running this mess o' war.

Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler's marriage may be over, but sparks are still flying. Once again, shots are being fired from MySpace. Last night, Travis posted on his official MySpace page, dissing the "Divorce Party" being hosted tomorrow night by Shanna at Light nightclub in Las Vegas. Barker moaned that he is saddened by the event, which celebrates the end of their wedded, er, bliss. Barker says it brings on the "urge to puke."

He goes on to say that he is in no way shocked by Shanna's party antics, especially since "this is the same wife that emailed me to tell me she would be sleeping with her new boyfriend in my bed the day of our anniversary 2 days ago" (sic). Travis claims that Shanna is trying to play the victim, however, if that's the case with this party, we think it will have the opposite effect.

Besides venting on MySpace, Travis says that his next step will be simple: "I'm gonna say a long prayer for her, she needs it." Let's hope the Lord is listening.

Prior to the red carpets and acting accolades, Kate tells Parade magazine she grew up being called "blubber" and sought comfort in the arms of her first love Stephen Tredre.

Regarding Tredre, Winslet says, "He was the most important person in my life. My life revolved around him." In 1994, Tredre was diagnosed with bone cancer and Kate rushed to his side.

In late '97, the same week that the movie that would make her a household name, "Titanic", opened, Tredre died. Kate says it was "unbelievably heartbreaking."

Winslet managed to pick up the pieces and, after a failed marriage to James Threapleton which produced her daughter Mia, eventually fell in love with Mendes. In 2003, the NY-based couple had a son, Joe.

With her career and personal life now at the top of their game, Kate's life couldn't be better. "I love being married to Sam and I love motherhood more than anything."

TMZ has obtained court documents in which David Hasselhoff claims his estranged wife, Pamela Bach, was "intoxicated or on drugs" at their daughter's sweet 16 party.

In documents filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, Hasselhoff says Bach "often wrongly accused me of having affairs in the presence of our children, and to say things like 'go f-ck . . . . '" In the legal papers, Hasselhoff continues, "This was especially true with respect to our daughter's former nanny, Becky." Hasselhoff says "Respondent unfairly harbors an irrational obsession and jealous rage toward our nanny, and persists in accusing her of wanting to replace (Bach) as my wife and (Bach) as the mother of our two children."

"In documents ... Bach tested positive for cocaine."

And the accusations continue. Hasselhoff says in the documents that Bach "broke into my former residence this past Father's Day..."

In documents submitted to the court, a lab report concludes that Bach tested positive for cocaine.

And there's more. In a transcript of a telephone conversation, Pamela makes the following accusations to David: "You've abused me, you've ____ terrorized me, you have done too many women. You're psycho man. You're psycho." She continues, according to the transcript: "I'm not going to be O.J. Simpson like you say to my friends, I with (sic) I was O.J., I could kill Nicole. I'm not going to let you kill me."

TMZ spoke with Bach's lawyer, Susan Wiesner, who would not comment on the allegations. She did say that the documents in question should have been sealed and that Hasselhoff''s conduct by disclosing these records "is an intentional effort on his part to besmirch her character and her reputation. Mrs. Hasselhoff could respond to each and every allegation with a litany of allegations that have been filed with the court regarding Mr. Hasselhoff's alcohol problems and his phone calls, etc., but she doesn't want to engage in the media in order to protect the children."

Bach called TMZ to say "I haven't done coke." Bach adds that her hair samples were taken to a private lab selected by Hasselhoff. She adds that some of the hairs in question were actually extensions. She says she has since been tested and the results were negative.

Sources involved in the nasty Sara Evans divorce case tell TMZ that Craig Schelske, Evans' estranged husband, accused her of having affairs with celebrities.

We're told while they were still living together as husband and wife, Schelske accused his wife of having affairs with country singer Kenny Chesney and other unnamed "associates in the music business." Sources also tell TMZ Schelske accused Evans of having an affair with Tony Dovolani, her partner on "Dancing With the Stars."

A rep for Evans, who did not want to be quoted by name, tells TMZ that Schelske's accusations are absurd and untrue.

In her divorce papers, Evans accused Schelske of having an affair with the couple's nanny. Evans also claims Schelske had photos of himself having sex with other women and had at least 100 nude photos of himself in a state of arousal.

As for Evan's connection with Chesney, the two singers toured together back in 2000 and 2001. Chesney was briefly married to actress Renee Zellweger in 2005. Again, Evans' rep says the two singers never had an affair. TMZ has placed calls to reps for Chesney and Dovolani for comment.

Update 7:45 p.m. ET: A rep for Kenny Chesney tells TMZ allegations are: "completely untrue. Sara was the special guest on Kenny's first headlining tour and they're friends. He would NEVER think of her like that. He's saddened by what Sara and her family are going through in this personal situation." The rep adds that if Craig truly did make these accusations Kenny is "disappointed in Craig and the media for perpetuating groundless allegations."