NBA star Kobe Bryant and his wife of more than ten years, Vanessa, filed for divorce in December and it could cost the basketball player nearly half of his fortune.

After the couple was married in 2001, Vanessa’s mother told newspapers that they never signed a prenuptial agreement. Since the two were legally married in the state of California, his soon-to-be ex-wife is entitled to half of their community property (ie Kobe’s $150 million) and also entitles her to maintain her standard of living since their ten year marriage is considered a “lengthy marriage.”

Vanessa is also expected to receive continuous child support payments, spousal support payments, and possibly part of Kobe’s retirement money. Both have agreed to share custody of their two children.

If you would like to learn more about signing a prenuptial agreement, contact the Houston prenuptial agreement attorneys of Garg & Associates today at 281-362-2865.

According to Russell Brand, him and his soon-to-be ex-wife, pop star Katy Perry, never signed a prenuptial agreement when they got married last year.

Actor/comedian Brand, 36, filed for divorce in Los Angeles from his wife Katy Perry, 27, just after Christmas. He cites irreconcilable differences as the reason for their divorce. The two had a private ceremony in India and are legally married in California. According to California state law, spouses with no prenuptial agreements must split their assets 50/50.

Brand could end up walking away with more than $20 million, as Perry is estimated to be worth around $44 million. Brand is estimated to be worth near $15 million.

If you are considering signing a prenuptial agreement or want legal counsel on the agreement, contact the Houston prenuptial agreement attorneys of Garg & Associates today at 281-362-2865.