Elin Nordegren: I've Been Through Hell
Now that the divorce is final, Elin Nordegren is speaking out about the breakdown of her marriage to Tiger Woods -- saying she's "been through hell" and had no idea her husband was stepping out on her.
Elin tells PEOPLE, "I'm so embarrassed that I never suspected - not a one. For the past 3 1/2 years, when all this was going on, I was home a lot more with pregnancies, then the children and my school."
Elin also addressed rumors she attacked Tiger with a golf club the night of his Thanksgiving crash -- saying, "There was never any violence inside or outside our home. The speculation that I would have used a golf club to hit him is just truly ridiculous."
She says she and Woods tried to work on their marriage, but "without trust and love," it didn't work.
As for their divorce settlement, Elin says "money can't buy happiness or put my family back together."
Tiger also released a statement to People, saying, “This is a very painful, personal and private time for our family. Throughout this entire time, Elin has shown unwavering concern and support for our children. She is a wonderful mother. I know that the two of us will do everything we can to help our children adjust to this new family situation."
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Elin Nordegren Spotted ... Out of the Woods
For the first time since her divorce from Tiger Woods became official, Elin Nordegren surfaced in Florida this afternoon carrying their son Charlie.
So we gotta ask ... is the black outfit a statement?
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L.A. Dodgers Owner: Jamie Never Wanted the Team
Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt claims his wife, Jamie McCourt, diabolically tried to strong-arm him into showing his love by giving her a piece of the team -- at the same time she was secretly consulting divorce lawyers.
In Frank's legal brief, obtained by TMZ, the Dodgers owner maintains his wife signed over her interest in the team, in return for getting sole ownership of more than $100 million in homes.
Frank claims in legal papers Jamie never wanted to buy the Dodgers in the first place. According to Frank, Jamie felt buying the team in 2004 was a "risky business venture," because the Dodgers had been losing millions and the deal was insanely leveraged.
Frank says Jamie -- a lawyer who has drafted marital agreements herself -- was more than happy to sign the marital property agreement that gave Frank the team and gave her all the homes.
But fast forward to 2008 ... the Dodgers became profitable while the value of real estate began plummeting. According to the docs, Jamie came to Frank with a proposal: "If we're going to be life partners, we're going to be business partners." Frank says Jamie wanted him to give her half interest in the Dodgers but she would keep most of the homes herself. Frank smelled a rat and said no.
Frank claims Jamie was stricken with celebrity-itus and wanted a piece of the team, calling it "her ticket to become the mayor of Los Angeles, the Governor of California, and maybe even the President of the United States. To create the fairytale of 'Brand Jamie,' she recognized she had to rewrite history."
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Tiger Woods Divorce Docs 'Irretrievably Broken'
TMZ has obtained the divorce documents filed in the Tiger Woods split ... in which the marriage is described as "irretrievably broken."
, Tiger and Elin Nordegren reached a settlement agreement way back at the beginning of July -- July 3rd and 4th.
Elin says in the docs that she wants her maiden name restored -- Elin Maria Pernilla Nordegren.
According to the documents, both Tiger and Elin have each completed a 4-hour parenting course.
UPDATE: We've also obtained the final judgment papers. It states the marriage "is hereby dissolved because it is irretrievably broken." In addition, Elin's request to restore her maiden name was granted.
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Tiger and Elin -- The Silent Treatment
TMZ has learned that although Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren came together to finalize their divorce this morning there wasn't so much as a "hello" uttered between them.
Sources at the courthouse in Panama City, FL tell us Tiger and Elin were definitely in the same room at the same time, but they did not speak to each other at all.
We're told they kept their distance, choosing instead to stand with their lawyers -- meaning Elin was not lonely ... she had 8 attorneys present.
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Tiger Woods Divorce Finalized
It's finally over -- Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren have officially finalized their divorce ... TMZ has confirmed.
Tiger and Elin were both present at Bay County Circuit Court in Panama City, Florida earlier today for the execution of their divorce agreement ... this according to court officials.
The divorce docs do not reveal details about the split -- and the terms of the settlement were not disclosed. But as TMZ first reported, Elin is set to receive $100 million from Tiger.
Elin's lawyers released the following statement on behalf of the couple: "We are sad that our marriage is over and we wish each other the very best for the future."
The statement continues, "While we are no longer married, we are the parents of two wonderful children and their happiness has been, and will always be, of paramount importance to both of us."
"Once we came to the decision that our marriage was at an end, the primary focus of our amicable discussions has been to ensure their future well-being. The weeks and months ahead will not be easy for them as we adjust to a new family situation, which is why our privacy must be a principal concern."
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Spencer Hocking Sex Tape Starring Heidi Montag
TMZ has learned Spencer Pratt is currently shopping what he claims is a sex tape featuring himself and his soon-to-be ex-wife Heidi Montag.
We're told Spencer has contacted the Rolls-Royce of porn -- Vivid Entertainment -- and is asking for a meeting.
As we first reported, Heidi has threatened to sue Spencer over a tell-all book -- but she has not made any mention of a sex tape. Unclear if the alleged sex tape with Heidi is pre or post-op.
Vivid honcho Steven Hirsch tells us, "I just got off the phone with Spencer Pratt about a sex tape with Heidi Montag."
He continues, "We are in early negotiations to possibly come to terms for a deal."
Spencer has told a friend that the alleged tape "makes Kim Kardashian look like an amateur."
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L.A. Dodgers Owner: Jamie's Claim is Ridiculous
Frank McCourt is scoffing at his estranged wife's claim that he somehow defrauded her by inserting a document into an agreement which strips her of ownership of the L.A. Dodgers.
As TMZ first reported, Jamie claims Frank defrauded her by inserting a bogus document in an agreement -- making it seem as though she gave up her 50% ownership of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Frank's lawyer, Steve Susman, tells TMZ ... Jamie McCourt's claim is absurd.
According to Susman, it's all an innocent, clerical mistake made by a lawyer named Lawrence Silverstein, the guy who drafted the agreement. Susman says there were 6 copies of the agreement which intended to give Frank the full ownership of the Dodgers. But Susman says Silverstein's secretary mistyped 3 of the Exhibits, which mistakenly said Jamie was retaining her interest in the team.
Susman says shortly after Frank and Jamie signed the agreement, Silverstein realized his mistake and simply put the correct exhibit in the signed agreement, and Frank and his current lawyers didn't even find out about it until last month.
Susman tells TMZ ... Jamie's claim of fraud is "desperate" and an attempt to use court documents as a press release.
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L.A. Dodgers Wife: Frank McCourt Committed Fraud
Fired Los Angeles Dodgers CEO Jamie McCourt claims Frank McCourt and his lawyer, Lawrence Silverstein, fraudulently altered documents in an effort to strip her of the ownership of the team ... this according to new court documents obtained by TMZ.
Frank claims in 2004, when they bought the Dodgers, Jamie signed over complete ownership of the team to him. In their bitter divorce case, Frank has submitted an agreement signed by Jamie, which includes an "Exhibit" that gives him complete ownership of the Dodgers.
But in new legal papers filed today by Dennis Wasser, Jamie's lawyer ... Wasser claims there was another "Exhibit" that was the final word on ownership of the Dodgers, which preserved Jamie's rights to the team.
Wasser now says, after the document was signed, Frank and his lawyer pulled a switcheroo, by substituting the old "Exhibit" for the new one -- thereby cutting Jamie out.
Wasser says in his new legal docs ... Jamie is the victim of a "fraudulently altered document."
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Tia Carrere's Divorce -- We'll Split the Movie Script
Tia Carrere did one hell of a job protecting her assets in her divorce from photojournalist Simon Wakelin -- but there's one thing (besides their kid) that the two will have to share ... a movie script they worked on together.
Earlier this week, an L.A. County Superior Court judge finalized their divorce -- and the legal papers show that the two have a pretty solid prenup that takes care of most of the property ... besides a script they wrote together for a movie called "Wave Dancer."
According to the docs, Tia will walk away with a vast majority of the assets, with one big exception -- the couple has agreed to split "all income derived from the script."
FYI, production on the movie, starring Tia, is expected to begin sometime this year.
Only in Hollywood.
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Heidi to Spencer: Happy Valentine's Day, Sucker
Nothing says "I don't love you anymore" like getting a divorce on Valentine's Day ... just ask Heidi Montag.
TMZ has learned ... the divorce of Heidi and Spencer will become final on February 14, 2011.
Heidi's lawyer, Jodeane Farrell, tells TMZ she just received Spencer Pratt's signed acknowledgment that he's been served with divorce papers. Under California law, Heidi has to wait 6 months after Spence gets served before the divorce is final, and Spencer was served on August 13.
Fun fact: Heidi says she formally separated from Spencer on their first wedding anniversary.
A girl who loves her holidays ....
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Sherri Shepherd -- 'The View' Is Not a Heavy Workload
Sherri Shepherd might have the cushiest gig in America -- 'cause according to legal docs she just filed, Sherri only has to work 16 hours a week on "The View" ... and makes some serious bank!
Shepherd just filed an income declaration in her ongoing divorce from husband Jeff Tarpley ... and in the docs, Sherri lists that she takes home $54,767 a month ... and says she only works 16 hours a week -- that works out to about $855 per hour!
Sounds like a sweet deal ... 'til you remember she has to sit next to Elisabeth Hasselbeck the whole time.
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Heidi/Spencer Divorce The Clock is Ticking
Spencer Pratt has been officially served with divorce papers ... TMZ has learned.
Heidi Montag took the next big step to end her marriage to Spencer by authorizing service of divorce papers. We're told Spencer received and signed the papers last week, which means the divorce can become final exactly six months from the time Spencer got the docs.
Heidi's lawyer, Jodeane Farrell, tells TMZ ... "Both Heidi and Spencer are in agreement to settle their divorce as quickly as possible without the need of a court appearance."
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Fantasia's Married BF -- Time to Pack Up
Antwaun Cook -- the married man who was (and still might be) dating Fantasia Barrino -- collected a bunch of his belongings from his family home in North Carolina ... and got the hell out.
According to reports, 26-year-old Cook has moved into a nearby apartment.
The move comes just days after Cook was seen canoodling with Fantasia while a camera crew documented the entire encounter ... perhaps for a reality show.
As we previously reported, Fantasia was recently released from the hospital, where she was treated for an overdose. Days before that, Antwaun's wife, Paula Cook, had filed divorce papers .. citing her husband's allegedly "adulterous affair" with Fantasia.
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Kelsey Grammer: I'll Marry My Pregnant GF, But First ...
Moments after Kelsey Grammer confirmed that his new GF Kayte Walsh is pregnant with his child, dude told photogs he's down to marry his future baby mama ... as soon as he clears up some "other stuff."
The "other stuff" is Grammer's wife --Camille Donatacci Grammer-- who just filed for divorce from the actor last month after 13 years of marriage.
But today, Grammer -- who was super chatty with photogs -- said he's "very happy" with the situation and joked, "we wanna keep the baby."
BTW -- the couple was on their way over to super-fancy jeweler Harry Winston's ... BLING!
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NBA Player Accuses Wife of Vicious Attack
NBA veteran Earl Watson filed for divorce from his wife Jennifer Freeman -- claiming the "My Wife and Kids" actress attacked him in a late night rage ... and savagely bit him on the chest until he bled.
According to legal papers filed last week in L.A. County Superior Court, Watson claims things got bad on August 1st ... when Jennifer received a suspicious text message at 11PM and Earl decided to check her phone.
Watson -- who played with the Indiana Pacers last season -- claims his wife was furious that he took the phone and reacted by hitting him "forcefully twice in the face with her right open hand."
Watson claims Jennifer then "grabbed my right wrist and bit ... breaking the skin, leaving teeth marks and drawing blood." Once she let go of the wrist, Watson claims she then chomped down on his chest ... again drawing blood.
Earl claims Jennifer then tried to attack him with an iron -- but he was able to knock it out of her hand.
Now, Earl wants a divorce ASAP -- along with full custody of their 10-month-old daughter.
Calls to Freeman have not been returned.
UPDATE: Now how's this for a change of heart... We just got a call from Watson's lawyer, William Briggs, who tells us his client plans to withdraw his divorce petition tomorrow and that he's reconciled with the wife who allegedly brutalized him. Briggs tells us, "The couple has reconciled their differences and plans to make their marriage work."