Sharon Osbourne Lawyering Up for Divorce
Sharon Osbourne is interviewing divorce lawyers ... TMZ has learned.
Sources connected with Sharon tell us, she's mentally ready to take steps to end her 33 year marriage to Ozzy. Since they have no minor children and California is a no fault state, a divorce would boil down to a property settlement.
We're told Sharon decided late last week she would lawyer up. And, our sources say, the fact she and Ozzy appeared onstage together for Thursday's Ozzfest announcement is not a sign they've reconciled. We're told they have not.
Michelle Pugh, the "other woman" at the center of the Sharon/Ozzy split, resurfaced Thursday at the Bev Hills salon where she works, but said nothing.
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'Little People, Big World' Divorce We Even Split The Family Photo Album
"Little People, Big World" stars Amy and Matt Roloff's divorce was a VERY even split ... right down to the family pics they collected over 27 years of marriage.
The Roloffs' divorce was finalized in late April. Neither is getting spousal support and their 4 kids are all grown -- so no issue with child support.
Each gets to keep half a stake in their Oregon family farm and the pumpkin salsa company -- which are featured on the show.
There's a special section in the docs about family photos ... it's a 50/50 split and they have to make copies of all the originals and share 'em with one another. Matt also made off with his 2 classic VW Bugs.
The new season of 'LPBW' premiered Tuesday night, and so far it's been the most civil onscreen breakup ... we'll see if it continues that way.
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Kaley Cuoco Divorce I Get $72 Million ... You Get the Gift Certificates
Kaley Cuoco is leaving her divorce like a boss ... protecting the hell out of her 'Big Bang Theory' fortune.
We obtained the settlement agreement between Kaley and her now-ex hubby, tennis pro Ryan Sweeting, and she made out well, and the key is her prenup.
Kaley got hitched in 2013, and months later she reportedly signed a staggering $72 million contract -- $1 million an episode for 72 shows. That money is protected under the prenup -- it's all hers.
On top of that, she gets their home in Tarzana and their Santa Barbara area beach house.
Ryan did ... not so well. He walks away with a lump sum parting gift of $165,000. She's also agreed to pay the $195,000 bill for his 2 personal trainers.
Oh, one other thing. He gets to keep whatever cash and gift certificates in his possession. So, dinner at Chili's?
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'Crash' Director Paul Haggis Divorce Has Me Writing More Checks Than Movies
Oscar winner Paul Haggis finalized his divorce, but his now ex-wife will continue reaping the benefits of his success.
The "Crash" director reached his divorce settlement with Deborah ... and according to the docs, he'll pay her $20k a month in spousal support. The exes have a 17-year-old son, and Paul will pay another $5k per month for child support, and foot the bill for the kid's schooling -- high school and college.
Additionally, the settlement calls for Deborah to get a hefty slice of Haggis' income -- 20% of anything he makes over $1.2 million per year. That's on top of the monthly $20k check.
Paul's walking away with one of their 2 NYC SoHo apartments and 3 Florida properties.
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Dana Stubblefield Wife Filed for Divorce After Alleged Rape
Dana Stubblefield was married at the time of his sexual encounter with a babysitter -- but his wife has since filed for divorce ... TMZ Sports has learned.
Michael Strahan Blindsided by Ripa Taking Divorce Cheap Shot
The gloves are off ... and Michael Strahan got that message loud and clear when Kelly Ripa dropped an unscripted jab at him over divorce, TMZ has learned.
Sources connected to production tell us Ripa's intro to a segment about divorced couples was a total shock to Strahan. If you missed it -- Kelly innocently turned to her co-host and said, "So, you've gotten divorced ..."
We're told the look of shock on his face was 100% authentic.
Of course, both Kelly and Michael knew they were doing the segment, but we're told he had NO IDEA she was going to raise his divorce as part of it. If it looks like a cheap shot, that's exactly how Michael and others on set took it ... according to our sources.
Strahan played it off on the air this time, but these last 2 weeks -- before he jumps to 'GMA' full-time -- are gonna get interesting.
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Cal Ripken Jr. Marriage Streak Is Over ... Divorces Wife
For the first time in 30 years, Cal Ripken Jr. is a single man ... because his divorce was officially finalized today.
A lawyer for Kelly Ripken confirmed the split to the Baltimore Sun ... saying, "Kelly has been a great mother to two fabulous children and a wonderful, faithful wife for the duration of the parties' relationship, which lasted more than 30 years."
The lawyer added, "Kelly looks forward to the next chapter in her life, which will be focused on philanthropy and her commitment to promoting women's health, most currently through 'A Woman's Journey' at Johns Hopkins Medicine."
FYI -- Ripken is reportedly worth in the neighborhood of $75 mil ... but the details of the divorce settlement have not been revealed.
Cal and Kelly married in 1987 -- and have 2 children together.
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Master P Cut Me a Break, Judge ... My Ex Wants to Be a Stripper
Master P's got his own set of 99 problems and wants the judge to know about ALL of them -- including his sick attorney, his freeloading ex and her plans to start stripping.
P's divorce war with Sonya Miller is still dragging on, and he recently filed a laundry list of excuses for missing a recent hearing. In the docs, Master P includes an email from his attorney's office informing him his lawyer was laid up in a hospital with an unspecified "medical emergency."
He's also dealing with his wife's landlord, who says Sonya jacked some furniture when she bolted out of the house. Master P's stuck in the middle because he's footing the bill, but he agrees with the landlord that Sonya's "actions are irresponsible, disrespectful and unacceptable."
And then there's Sonya's potential new job. In the handwritten docs Master P says, "My ex needs help, she told the kids she want to be a stripper."
It's unclear if the judge bought any of this, but it's more entertaining than the dog eating his homework.
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Scott Weiland's Ex-Wife Keep My Money Flowing ... Tags Estate for Support
Scott Weiland's ex-wife wants the late singer's estate to continue ponying up spousal and child support to the tune of nearly $20k a month.
According to legal docs, Mary Forsberg wants to dip into the estate for $12,519 a month in spousal support, plus $7,201 in monthly child support for their 2 teenagers, Noah and Lucy. That's what Scott's been paying since 2004.
Although Forsberg is the administrator of Weiland's estate, she needs the court's permission to get the dough.
'Til death do us part?
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Phil Spector Files for Divorce My Wife's Killing Me
Phil Spector wants a divorce because he claims his wife is bleeding him dry.
In case you didn't know, after Phil killed Lana Clarkson, he married Rachelle Short, who was 26 at the time. They married in 2006, while he was in jail and awaiting trial.
Phil says she is spending like a mad woman, and his examples are stunning. Among other things, Phil says she's bought a $350k airplane and is in the process of getting a jet. He says she bought an Aston Martin and a Ferrari. And it doesn't stop there. She's had expensive plastic surgery, buys crazy expensive jewelry and even bought her mom 2 homes.
And get this ... he says even though his current net worth is $35 million, Rachelle -- a former Jerry's Famous Deli waitress -- gives him a paltry stipend of $300 a month while he serves 19 years to life for Clarkson's murder.
The 76-year-old is asking for a divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. He also wants his daughter to control his fortune.
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Gwen Stefani Divorce Gavin Didn't Get My Music ... Or My Fashion Line
She got No Doubt, he got Bush ... that's how the music rights were split up in the Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale divorce ... which means she got a lot more than him.
We broke the story ... Gavin agreed to take way less than he was entitled to in their split -- most likely to try and keep things amicable after 13 years of marriage.
Rossdale COULD have fought for 50% of everything Gwen made during their union -- but opted to let her keep various assets she acquired.
In addition to her music, Stefani also gets 100% control over her wildly successful fashion lines L.A.M.B. and Harajuku Lovers.
Stefani agreed to put 25% of the profits from L.A.M.B. in a trust ... presumably for the benefit of their kids.
As for real estate, Gwen gave up her rights to any of their property in Europe -- where the couple had 4 homes. She does get 50% of the profits from the sale of their Bev Hills house ... and also full control over 2 other L.A. homes.
Neither of them gets child support or spousal support -- instead, they created an expense account for the kids in which they each sunk $1 MILLION.
The also agreed to joint physical and legal custody of their 3 kids.
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'The Talk' Host Aisha Tyler Long Separation Ends ... Husband Files For Divorce
Aisha Tyler's husband Jeff Tietjens is pulling the plug on their 23 year marriage.
Jeff finally filed divorce docs earlier this month in L.A. Superior Court. They'd been separated since January 2015.
They got hitched in 1992 after being college sweethearts. Aisha has been vocal on "The Talk" about her and Jeff's inability to conceive, but it's unclear if that played a role in the breakup. He cited irreconcilable differences.
Aisha's rep, Lisa Morbete, tells TMZ although their marriage is ending, their friendship will continue.
Jeff isn't asking for spousal support now, but indicated in the docs he's reserving the right to do so later.
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Lamar Odom Vows NBA Comeback ... Not Accepting Khloe Divorce
Lamar Odom says he's NOT done playing basketball -- and vows to play again because "I still got it."
36-year-old Odom spoke with ET after the Lakers game Wednesday night ... and said the next step in his recovery from his brothel overdose in getting back on the court.
He's dead serious.
If he somehow pulls it off, it would be one of the most miraculous recoveries EVER -- considering Odom suffered multiple strokes and organ damage after the October incident.
Odom was also asked if he's "okay" with Khloe Kardashian moving forward with the divorce -- and he made it clear, he's got some serious issues with it.
"Everything is up for discussion," Odom said ... "I mean we've been through a lot. It won't ever stop."
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Gwen Stefani Gets Off Easy in Divorce ... Thanks to Gavin
Gwen Stefani got a BIG break in her divorce, thanks to Gavin Rossdale, because we've learned he's now on record with the judge walking away from millions of dollars to which he's legally entitled.
Gwen and Gavin have struck a settlement which was just filed with the court. Sources connected with the couple tell us Gavin has agreed to a lopsided split of property in favor of Gwen.
TMZ broke the story, the couple -- married for 13 years -- did not have a prenup, so under the laws of California Gavin was entitled to 50% of everything acquired during the marriage. Our sources say Gavin did not press to get a big chunk of the money Gwen made from concert and record sales.
We've also learned the couple agreed to a 50/50 joint custody arrangement, although Gavin will end up with more than 50% custody of their 3 kids because of Gwen's touring schedule.
And we've learned, Gavin is not asking for child support, even though he could have pushed for it and Gwen -- who has significantly more money and earning capacity -- would have been on the hook.
All that's left is for the judge to sign off on the settlement, which is just a formality.
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Megan Fox Yep, I'm Pregnant But Divorce Still On
Megan Fox is pregnant and estranged husband Brian Austin Green is the father, we've learned ... but we've also learned she has no plans to drop her divorce.
Sources connected to the couple tell us the pregnancy just kinda happened ... it wasn't planned. As we reported, Megan and Brian have been close even after she filed her legal docs last August ... and now we know just how close.
There would be big consequences by pulling the divorce. Megan's the breadwinner, so all the money she's earned since her separation is hers, including the loot for her latest 'Ninja Turtles' flick. 86ing the divorce would change all that.
There are also consequences by not withdrawing the divorce petition. Brian will almost certainly be entitled to more child support for the 2 and soon-to-be 3 kids.
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'Teen Mom' Mackenzie McKee Single And Pregnant With Estranged Hubby's Baby
'Teen Mom' star Mackenzie McKee is expecting her third baby with husband Josh, but she'll be raising the kid as a single mom because they've finally called it quits.
McKee barely showed during her 18 week ultrasound. She's expecting a boy -- the due date is September 7th.
She says she's no longer living with Josh, the father of their 2-year-old daughter, Jaxie, and 4-year-old son, Gannon.
It's not the first time they've called it quits ... Josh walked out last April, but clearly came back.
At least McKee's not alone ... she now has something in common with a Hollywood A-lister.