Tony Parker's Lawyer Blindsides Eva Longoria
Eva Longoria and Tony Parker both want their divorce to go smoothly, but Tony's sudden move Friday to file his own divorce papers angered Eva and complicated the process.
TMZ broke the story ... Tony filed his own divorce papers in Texas, just days after Eva filed in California. Sources tell us Eva's side had absolutely no idea Tony's lawyer filed the docs -- and, we're told, Eva was "very upset" when she found out.
According to our sources, both Tony and Eva want their prenup enforced. But when Eva's lawyer filed the divorce papers, the attorney checked the box that reserved Eva's right to collect spousal support -- something we're told is inconsistent with their prenup.
Sources say ... since Tony's lawyer felt Eva's divorce papers left open the possibility she would challenge the prenup, he wanted to protect his client by filing in Texas, which several experts tell us could be beneficial to Tony in terms of enforcing the prenup.
In the end, sources connected with the couple tell us Eva and Tony are in sync -- all was calm on Sunday -- but right now there are two divorce petitions in two states, and someone's gotta give.
Stay tuned ..
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Tony Parker Files for Divorce In Texas
Tony Parker has filed his own divorce petition against Eva Longoria in Texas, TMZ has learned, and it has all the markings of a legal battle.
Tony's divorce petition was filed in Bexar County, Texas. The stamp shows today's date. Sources connected with Tony confirm a document was filed.
Eva filed for divorce earlier in the week in Los Angeles, CA., setting up a legal battle over where the case will be heard. Texas divorces can be handled quickly -- in as little as 60 days.
According to the petition, which was filed by initials -- W.P and E.P. -- Tony states the reason for the divorce: "The marriage has become insupportable because of discord or conflict of personalities between Petitioner and Respondent that destroys the legitimate ends of the marriage relationships and prevents any reasonable expectation of reconciliation."
Here's what's interesting ... As we first reported, the couple signed a prenup, but in Tony's petition he makes no mention of it. To the contrary, he writes, "Petitioner believes Petitioner and Respondent will enter into an agreement for the division of their estate." Since they've already signed a prenup, the word "will" is curious.
Tony's petition also states, "Petitioner owns certain separate property that is not part of the community estate of the parties ..."
Tony's lawyer did not return our call. And no comment so far from Eva's camp. And how's this for a twist ...Tony is being represented by attorney Richard Orsinger, the same lawyer who is repping Brent Barry, whose wife was allegedly sexting Tony.
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Brent Barry's Divorce Docs: Insight On Eva's Divorce?
TMZ has obtained the divorce documents filed by Tony Parker's ex-teammate Brent Barry -- the man whose wife is at the center of Eva Longoria's divorce.
According to the docs, filed on October 29 in Bexar County, Texas, Brent says, "The marriage has become insupportable because of discord or conflict of personalities ..."
Brent's wife, Erin Barry, was allegedly sexting Tony Parker multiple times and that is what triggered the breakup of Tony's marriage to Eva. As we already reported, Tony's people deny he ever had a physical relationship with Erin.
The Barrys have 2 boys.
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Eva/Tony Divorce -- He Wanted To File; Denies Sex
Sources tell TMZ ... the divorce between Eva Longoria and Tony Parker was in the works for at least a week before Eva filed, contrary to the story Eva's people are telling. And Tony denies he ever had sex with an ex-teammate's wife.
Sources connected with Tony tell TMZ ... Tony did indeed have a "sexting relationship" with Erin Barry, the estranged wife of former San Antonio Spur Brent Barry, but it ended months ago. The sources insist, "They never had a physical relationship."
And sources connected with Tony tell TMZ ... Tony and Eva were well aware that the divorce would be filed. We're told Tony was planning on filing for divorce in San Antonio, Texas because it was more convenient, but, "Eva talked him out of it because she wanted to file in Los Angeles."
Sources also tell us -- contrary to the statement Eva's rep made to TMZ -- Eva not only knew she was filing for divorce, but it was timed to coincide with the Us Weekly interview.
As for why Tony and Eva are telling different stories about the divorce, a close friend of Tony's says it's simple: "She was into the whole PR thing. He wasn't."
Eva's people say Tony's story is untrue ... with one source telling TMZ, "Eva and Tony were still talking about working out the marriage up until the morning she filed."
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Eva and Tony -- Tats a Huge Problem
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Both Eva and Tony had Roman numerals tatted on themselves -- representing their wedding date. Eva's is on her wrist -- Tony's is on his ring finger.
But there's more -- Eva also got the word "Nine" tatted on her neck (Tony's jersey number).
Plus, Eva says she has another tat -- Tony's initials -- but they're hidden in a spot where only he can see .... well, in a place he USED to be able to see.
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Eva Longoria Divorce Docs Seeks Spousal Support
Eva Longoria has filed for divorce, and even though she's filed the legal docs, sources tell us she's "devastated." And get this ... she wants spousal support!
Longoria filed her papers, to divorce Tony Parker, in L.A. County Superior Court. Longoria cites "irreconcilable differences."
Longoria checked the box which says "Spousal support payable to [Longoria]. If Eva gets her way, she pays her lawyers and Tony pays for his."
TMZ has learned, Longoria and Parker signed a prenup on June 21, 2007 and it was amended in June, 2009. The legal docs also mention the prenup.
The papers were filed this morning, according to People.com.
UPDATE: "Extra" host Mario Lopez claims Eva has confirmed to him that she found hundreds of text messages from another woman on Parker's phone.
Lopez says Eva also confirmed that the mystery woman is MARRIED to one of Parker's teammates.
UPDATE #2: Eva just tweeted, "It is with great sadness that after 7 years together, Tony and I have decided to divorce. We love each other deeply and pray for each other’s happiness."
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Sources close to the couple tell TMZ ... Chad proposed to Evelyn -- his GF of 4 months -- today in Cincinnati. She had flown in from Miami just yesterday to visit.
Lozada obviously said yes ... because she just tweeted a picture of the ridiculous ring (above) -- saying, "I'm no rabbit but 10 carats looks good on me!! Let the hating begin."
So far, no wedding date has been set -- we're told the couple plans to be engaged for a while.
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Eva Longoria: There's No Divorce
A rep for Eva Longoria tells TMZ our story that Tony Parker filed for divorce is not true.
TMZ reported that Tony had filed for divorce. Two clerks at the Bexar County Courthouse in Texas had told us the case was filed and sealed by a family law judge.
But Eva's rep tells us Tony did not file and does not even have a divorce lawyer.
Another clerk at the courthouse now tells us she's in charge of sealed cases and says no such case has crossed her desk.
UPDATE: Hours after saying there was no divorce, Eva Longoria filed for divorce Wednesday against Tony Parker in L.A. County Superior Court.
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A rep for the Disney Channel told Variety, "This allows her the time she needs to get well, without distraction or pressure ... Again, we extend our ongoing support to Demi and her family as she works to overcome personal issues."
As TMZ first reported, Lovato quit her international concert tour with the Jonas Brothers and admitted herself into a treatment center for "emotional and physical issues."
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