Jon Gosselin: I Never Asked for Custody

Jon Gosselin is lashing out at the lawyer he just fired .... claiming the attorney filed legal papers asking for primary custody without Jon's permission.

Gosselin tells TMZ, "I never wanted primary custody, he [attorney Anthony List] filed for that. I only wanted a more flexible custody schedule so I could be with my kids."

But List tells TMZ, "Jon signed off on everything."

Jon, who is pissed that List spoke with the media, insists he wants to pay child support, adding, "I just can't afford the $22,000 a month right now. That is why I'm trying to find a job."

As for what type of job ... Jon says, "I would like a job in some aspect of TV, probably as a host."

Well, if Kate can dance ...

'Bachelor' Bride -- Massive Diamond Uncovered

Former "Bachelor" winner Shayne Lamas didn't just get new life partner from her quickie Vegas marriage to blogger Nik Richie -- she also got a fat ass, diamond ring!

TMZ has learned the dude behind TheDIrty.com hooked his new bride up with a post-wedding ring when they got back to L.A. -- a ring that boasted a 5 carat diamond right smack in the center.

We're told the ring -- which Nik bought from Simon G Jewelry -- is valued at more than $100k.

Hulk Hogan: My Insurance Co. Screwed Me

Hulk Hogan has sued his insurance company, claiming it compromised his $30 million fortune in the near-fatal car crash caused by his son.

According to the lawsuit, Wells Fargo Southeast -- which provided insurance for the Hogan family -- only paid $250,000 to John Graziano, who is severely disabled -- the result of the Nick Hogan car crash.

Hulk claims the $250,000 policy limit exposed him to personal liability in settling the case.

Hulk's beef -- insurance company reps never advised him his policies needed to be reevaluated given that he had teenage drivers who posed a greater financial risk.

Hulk's lawsuit does not disclose how much he personally paid to settle with the Grazianos.

Hulk is suing for unspecified damages.

Jon's Lawyer: Kate's a Shameless Self-Promoter

TMZ has learned Jon Gosselin will press on with his "absentee mom" argument in custody court, in spite of the fact that Kate Gosselin just got booted from "Dancing with the Stars."

Jon's lawyer, Anthony List, tells TMZ, "'Dancing with the Stars' is just the tip of the iceberg for Kate, as surely there will be many other projects to take its place soon."

List notes ... Kate has already signed on for two new shows -- both on TLC. And, he scoffs, "She's always promoting something ... and most of the time it's herself."

Jon is asking the court for primary custody of their 8 kids. He also wants child support from the parent who is hands down becoming the breadwinner in the dysfunctional family.

UPDATE 6:34 AM PT: Jon Gosselin just tweeted that he fired Anthony List on April 15. Really?

Octomom -- Living in Fantasyland

What does Octomom do right after she tells Oprah she has trouble paying her mortgage? She's goes to Disneyland!!!!!

Nadya Suleman and one of her spawn were spotted at Disney's California Adventure Park on Tuesday in Anaheim.

We're told Octo and her kid had VIP passes and were able to bypass the lines. For the kid's sake .... let's hope they were comped.

Heather Locklear Likely in the Clear

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ it's "unlikely" prosecutors will file hit-and-run charges against Heather Locklear.

TMZ broke the story that Heather was arrested Saturday for allegedly striking a "no parking" sign near her house and then fleeing the scene. A neighbor heard a crash at around 4:00 AM Saturday but didn't call the cops until 15 hours later.

Our law enforcement sources say cops don't have the ammo to prove Heather was driving the car in question. Here's what we know:

- Cops went to the guard shack last Saturday at Heather's development and the guard on duty said he saw a BMW with right wheel well damage that was consistent with the accident.

- Cops checked the surveillance video which shows the BMW going into the complex hours after the incident but the driver can't be ID'd.

- One of the investigating deputies picked up a piece of plastic at the scene and it matched a piece missing from Heather's car.

- Sources say as of now there is "nothing approaching proof beyond a reasonable doubt" that Heather drove the car that hit the sign, making it "extremely unlikely" prosecutors will file charges.

And there's this -- the "Ghostbusters" defense. Even if there were proof that Heather hit a "no parking" sign, who's she gonna call at 4 AM on a Saturday? It's not like hitting a car where you leave a note for the owner -- who leaves a note on a "no parking" sign?

Former Heisman Trophy Finalist Arrested

TMZ has learned former NFL running back Chris Perry was arrested in Brooklyn yesterday, after cops say he got in a fist fight with a family member.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ Perry -- a 2003 Heisman Trophy finalist -- was arrested in his grandmother's home after he allegedly socked his cousin in the face after an argument.

The arrest comes almost 6 years -- to the day -- from when the Michigan standout was selected in the first round of the NFL draft by the Cincinnati Bengals ... who ultimately cut the running back from the squad in 2009.

UPDATE: TMZ spoke with Perry's reps, who told us, "This is obviously a very difficult time for Chris personally as he's been dealing with his mother's terminal illness."

The reps added, "Tensions are obviously very high, as it would be for any family coping with a loved one suffering from cancer. Chris' strong relationship with his mother, and her current care, is his main focus."

Macy Gray Accused of $43,000 Publicity Stunt

Macy Gray didn't try to hide it, but it's clear -- the "I Try" singer is in deep with a collection agency ... and it's all because she allegedly stiffed her publicity firm over $43,000.

According to docs filed last week in L.A. County Superior Court, Gray entered into a $2,000/month contract with a PR firm back in 2005 and racked up a $43,378.77 bill ... which she refused to pay.

The collection agency wants her to pay every cent, stat. So far, no word from Gray's reps.

Marie Osmond's Son Attempted 3 Suicides

Marie Osmond's son had been suffering from depression due to "bad school grades and a recent visit from a former girlfriend," this according to witness statements in the L.A. County Coroner's report on Michael Bryan's suicide.

Ruthann Clawson -- a close friend of Michael's -- said the young man also confided in her that he had three previous suicide attempts by hanging.

Clawson said Michael smoked cigarettes daily and was a social drinker, but had not recently used illegal drugs.

Clawson also told Coroner's investigators, on the night of Michael's death, she received several text messages from him, including one where he said he was "feeling like s**t."

At 9:23 PM the day Michael died, he texted her, "I have a letter for you on my bed." She ran downstairs into his bedroom and found a handwritten suicide note. She went to the balcony, looked down and saw Michael lying on the sidewalk below.

Marie Osmond's Son -- Drugs Not Involved

We just got advanced word on the autopsy findings for Maria Osmond's son, which show the cause of death was solely from the jump -- a suicide.

The cause of death was determined to be "multiple blunt trauma."

As for how Michael Bryan died, the Coroner determined, "Jumped from height."

According to the L.A. County Coroner's Office, drugs were not found in Bryan's system.

Bryan died on February 26 after he jumped from his apartment building in downtown Los Angeles.

Story Developing...

Heather Locklear -- Surveillance Video

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ Heather Locklear's swanky neighborhood security system is what led deputies to her doorstep last Saturday ... which then led to her arrest for hit-and-run ... but there may be a big problem fingering Heather as the driver.

Sources say police checked the surveillance footage from the guard shack at her Westlake Village neighborhood sometime after her alleged crash ... and saw footage of Heather driving her black BMW into the complex ... and the BMW had damage in the right wheel well area consistent with the accident scene.

But here's the hole in the case. The video was recorded many hours after the accident ... so even if there's clear proof Heather's car was in the accident at 4 AM Saturday, there is no smoking gun placing her behind the wheel at that time.

Cops also collected debris from the crash scene -- which matched up with Locklear's damaged ride ... but still, there's no clear proof Heather was the driver.

As we first reported, Locklear was arrested Saturday night for misdemeanor hit-and-run.

Warrant Issued for 'Deadliest Catch' Star

Jake Harris -- one of the stars of "Deadliest Catch" -- is officially a wanted man after blowing off a critical court appearance in his reckless driving case today.

TMZ has learned a judge in King County, Washington issued a bench warrant for the 24-year-old after he failed to appear for his pretrial hearing today.

Jake -- the youngest son of the late Captain Phil Harris -- was arrested back in February after allegedly driving recklessly and causing a late-night car crash.

In addition to reckless driving, Jake was originally charged with DUI and hit-and-run -- but those two charges were eventually dropped.

Calls to Jake's reps have not yet been returned.

Lindsay Lohan - 2nd Time, Not a Charm

Lindsay Lohan is 0 for 2 in the deposition department. TMZ has learned Lindsay was a no-show again ... in what is looking like a futile attempt to find out what really happened during her 2007 wild ride.

Three passengers in Lindsay's car -- along with the passenger in the car she was chasing -- are suing her, claiming she endangered their lives in a drunken chase down Pacific Coast Highway.

The passengers were scheduled to take Lindsay's depo yesterday at 10 AM but her lawyer, Ed McPherson, tells TMZ she couldn't get a ride until 11 AM -- she's not allowed to drive as a condition of her probation.

Lindsay bailed on her depo earlier this month because of a schedule conflict.

BTW, the photo in this post was taken at 2:30 AM today outside Trousdale nightclub in West Hollywood.

Locklear Crash Scene -- Bad for BMWs

So how's this for coincidence -- we just got a shot of this BMW near Heather Locklear's home in Westlake Village, CA. It has the same damage that Heather's BMW allegedly has -- damage that led to Heather's arrest last Saturday ... but it ain't Heather's car.

Turns out, another guy who lives nearby got into a crash last night and had his BMW towed near his home, around where Heather allegedly plowed into a stop sign last Saturday.

Both Heather's car and the car in this post have the same type of damage -- right wheel well. But the owner of this BMW says it has nothing to do with Heather -- he doesn't even know her.

Corey Dillon -- DUI and Divorce Trouble

Retired NFL star Corey Dillon is having a seriously bad month -- he was busted for DUI this morning, and TMZ has learned his wife just filed for divorce.

Desiree Dillon filed a petition for divorce earlier this month in L.A. County Superior Court, citing irreconcilable differences.

The couple has three children and have been married for 10 years. According to court documents, Desiree wants full legal and physical custody of the kids -- with Corey getting visitation.

In the filing, Desiree is asking the former New England Patriots star to fork over cash for spousal support and attorney's fees.

As for the DUI -- Corey was pulled over by L.A. County Sheriff's deputies at 3:38am today near Malibu on Mulholland Drive. He's still in custody.

UPDATE: Dillon was released from custody -- he's expected back in court in June.

As for why cops pulled Dillon over to begin with, officers claim they noticed a man in a red Chevy Camaro driving slowly behind them. When cops approached the car, they claim Dillon admitted to drinking earlier in the evening.

MJ's Dancer -- I Wanna Join the Cirque

All sorts of people connected to Michael Jackson are bursting at the sequined seams to be a part of the upcoming MJ-themed Cirque du Soleil show -- including one of the dancers from Michael's "This Is It" tour.

TMZ has learned Danielle Rueda-Watts -- one of the 12 dancers picked by Jackson for the London concerts -- has actually worked with the Cirque before (on the "Love" show) and she tells us it would be "great to work with these people again."

As we first reported, the first Cirque show will open in the fall of 2011 and will be focused heavily on dancing -- with the trademark Cirque acrobatics.

Watts just happens to be a master of all of the above ... not to mention a pro at pole dancing.

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