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Guy Ritchie Settlement is $76 Million & Property (Photos)

Meg — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:18:30 +0000

Madonna has settled her divorce with director Guy Ritchie to the hefty tune of $76 million, according to the singers spokeswoman. Liz Rosenberg actually said the figure is between $76 million and $92 million. Besides cash assets, Ritchie will keep their country home Ashcombe House and the couple’s west London pub, the Punchbowl. Who knew they owned a bar?

Madonna’s fortune is said to be worth $525 million. Her payout to Ritchie will hardly made a dent. Even so, Guy reaped twice what Sir Paul McCartney settled upon Heather Mills.

Madonna and Guy were married in December 2000 at Skibo Castle in the Scottish Highlands. Reports indicate that turning over the two British properties was a no-brainer for the ‘Material Girl’, who has no intention of living in the UK following their split, preferring her New York digs.

The couple will share custody of sons Rocco Ritchie and David Banda, though custodial arrangements are not yet worked out. Madonna also has a daughter Lourdes with personal trainer Carlos Leon.

Photo gallery below.

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Sean Penn Gives Madonna a Shoulder to Cry On

Missy — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:21:46 +0000

If this isn’t odd news…word on the street or should I say People magazine is reporting that Madonna and her ex-husband Sean Penn were seen having drinks together at Greenwich Hotel in Manhattan last Wednesday.

Don’t get too excited. Onlookers said that they were not affectionate in any way but did seem to be good friends. It’s funny but we don’t ever remember hearing about Madonna and Sean chumming around before or being friends on any level, for that matter.

A friend close to the Material Girl said that she in not heartbroken and that she is handling the divorce with Guy Ritchie very well. With her Sticky and Sweet tour well on it’s way, she has thrown herself into her work and is spending time with her three children.

Madonna and Guy were married for eight years and we are guessing it was probably eight very long years for Guy.

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Kelly Reilly is Guy Ritchie’s New Girlfriend

Andrea — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 18:27:04 +0000

Guy Ritchie wasted no time finding a replacement for Madonna, seeking the comfort of a younger woman mere days after an announcement he was divorcing the Material Girl.

Kelly Reilly, a British actress almost 20 years Madonna’s junior, is currently starring in Ritchie’s upcoming film “Sherlock Holmes.”

Apparently that’s not the only place the 31-year-old actress is starring. Reilly, who is currently staying at a Chatham hotel, was reportedly joined by Ritchie on October 18, when he sent his driver back to his London home to pack an overnight bag for a last minute stay.

The news doesn’t really come as a surprise. Rumors of infidelity in the couple’s 7 1/2 year marriage have run rampant, and Madonna has recently been romantically linked with New York Yankees relief pitcher Alex Rodriguez.

So who is Kelly Reilly? She was born in Chessington, Greater London and made her professional acting debut at age 17 in the British police drama “Prime Suspect.” She appeared in “The Libertine” with Johnny Depp, with Judi Dench in “Mrs. Henderson Presents,” and she had a small role in “Pride and Prejudice” with Keira Knightley.

Reilly previously dated actor JJ Feild and was once engaged to Jonah Lotan, an Israeli-American actor.

More photos of Kelly Reilly below.

photos: Wenn

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Madonna Divorce Announcement Expected Today (Photos)

Meg — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:02:11 +0000

The Sun and the New York Post are both reporting that Madonna and Guy Richie are getting a divorce. A statement has been prepared and the couple announced their intentions through their publicist this morning. Both sources are reporting that the Kabbalah bid to save their troubled marriage failed and they have decided to pull the plug.

Liz Rosenberg, their representative, provided this statement to the AP:

“Madonna and Guy Ritchie have agreed to divorce after 7-1/2 years of marriage. They have both requested that the media maintain respect for their family at this difficult time. A final settlement has not been agreed upon yet.”

Because the couple live primarily in London, the proceedings are expected to move through British courts and will likely involve a multi-million dollar settlement. Madge wanted to wait until after her U.S. Sticky and Sweet Tour was finished but tensions escalated and brought things to a head.

Eyebrows were raised earlier this week when Guy Richie failed to show up for the premiere of Filth and Wisdom, a comedy that was directed by his wife.

The couple have three children, Lourdes Leon, 12, the daughter of personal trainer Carlos Leon, their son Rocco Ritchie, 8, and adopted son David Banda, 2.

One question on many people’s minds – is Alex Rodriguez waiting in the wings?

More recent photos below.

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Madonna’s Little Bro Dishes the Dirt in Tell-All (Photos)

Meg — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:03:30 +0000

Christopher Ciccone, younger brother of mega star Madonna, has decided to cash in on his celebrity sibling. His new tell-all book, titled Life With My Sister Madonna, sheds light on the relationship between the Material Girl and husband Guy Ritchie.

According to little bro, the marriage between his sister and Ritchie is sometimes difficult. He indicates that a Kabbalah rabbi is often sent for to mediate between the couple.

Ciccone reports that Guy’s middle class background and tough street kid image are genuine. He says that Madonna likes to spin a tale that she landed in New York City with a pair of ballet shoes and $35 to her name. He said that is pure fabrication and that when she made her way to the big city it was with plenty of money, some good contacts and a support system in place.

Christopher, who once dated Gwyneth Paltrow, says that the full mouth kisses that Madonna is known to share with her BFF are just his sister being provocative in public. He calls that a typical night out with Madge.

Ciccone used to be employed by Madonna to serve as her interior designer and the artistic director on tour. He reports that the relationship soured with his sibling after she hooked up with Ritchie. Ciccone says he made Ritchie uncomfortable, causing Madonna to distance herself from her younger brother. That little fact apparently made it oh so much easier for Ciccone to dredge up a little dirt on his flesh and blood.

We’ve hardly scratched the surface on the dirt being dished. For the full lowdown you’ll want to pick up a copy of Life With My Sister Madonna, which hits newsstands Tuesday, July 15th.

Check out the photo of Ciccone and Gwyneth Paltrow taken when they dated in 2002.

Photo: WENN

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Madonna Goes Fishing

Missy — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:35:38 +0000

For some reason we are having a hard time picturing Madonna fishing. The mega star recently spoke with OK! Magazine and talked about a typical day for her and the children.

She claims to get up daily at 7:15 a.m. in order to sit down to breakfast with her three children before they head off to school. Throughout the day you can find the material girl doing Pilates and dance aerobics, shooting, fishing and riding horses. Confessing her love for horses Madonna said:

I think I may have been one of Henry VIII’s knight’s in another life, riding through a great forest.”

The admittedly strict disciplinarian said that daughter Lola rules the roost. “She is extremely maternal toward David but is in major competition with Rocco, who is starting to fight back.”

Fearing that her children will take charge, Madonna does not allow her children to watch TV or read magazines. She won’t give in to them for fear that by doing so she will ruin their lives.

Madge and her hubby Guy Ritchie are addicted to their Blackberry’s and reportedly sleep with them under their pillows. Sounds romantic – but whatever works.

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Madonna and Guy Richie Get Their Freak On

Andrea — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 20:26:08 +0000

Madonna and hubby Guy Richie were seen leaving a London hotel with a clear plastic bag containing a purple strap on called the Purple Penetrator.

If you’re gonna play the whole straight-laced, my wild days are behind me, I’m a mom now thing, have them wrap your sex toys in a brown paper bag.

Is it just me or does Richie look a little scared?