Maria Shriver, former wife of Arnold Schwarzenegger could make a fortune from her split, if she chooses to write a tell-all memoir
Maria Shriver, former wife of Arnold Schwarzenegger could make a fortune from her split, if she chooses to write a tell-all memoir
Maria Shriver could potentially make a fortune from her divorce from Arnold Schwarzenegger.
The former journalist, who filed for divorce from Terminator star Schwarzenegger about two weeks ago after he fathered a love child with a member of his staff, has reportedly been approached by various publishing companies to write a tell-all memoir about her 25-year marriage to the actor.
According to reports, Arnold Schwarzenegger is willing to give his soon-to-be ex-wife a very generous divorce settlement more than is required under California law, as he claims responsibility for the collapse of the marriage
The story of Maria's hubby cheating with maid Mildred Baena, and subsequently fathering a child by her has become the tabloid story of the year, and will undoubtedly make a huge best selling book.
Maria Shriver could rake in as much as $15 million (Rs 67 crore) as an advance on a tell all memoir.
According to a publisher, Shriver could stand to earn more than former President Bill Clinton, who penned a book entitled 'My Life' which was released in 2004.
Shriver has yet to accept any offers for publication, and it is uncertain if she ever will.
No pre-nup
It is believed that the couple had no prenuptial agreement, meaning that Schwarzenegger's movie earnings will most likely be divided with his estranged wife.
The pair have four children, and Shriver is said to be seeking joint custody of their two teenage sons, aged 13 and 17.
Divorce proceedings are expected to be handled privately, and though Shriver is seeking spousal support, the amount will be determined later.
After Schwarzenegger's cheating scandal first surfaced, he said, "I understand and deserve the feelings of anger and disappointment among my friends and family.
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There are no excuses and I take full responsibility for the hurt I have caused. I have apologised to Maria, my children and my family. I am truly sorry."
A friend of Shriver recently praised her "courage" for refusing to shy away from the scandal, adding, "[She] refuses to hide because of what some jerk did to her."
Most expensive divorces
1) Rupert Murdoch
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch's marriage with Anna Torv was his second wedding. The 31-year-old marriage ended in June 1999, with Anna receiving a whopping $1.2 billion in assets.
2) Michael Jordan
Ace basketball player, Michael Jordan's divorce with wife Juanita ended after 17 years. She received $168 million
3) Steven Spielberg
Recorded as the third most costly celebrity divorce in history, Steven-Amy marriage of nearly four years cost Spielberg $100 million.
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4) Tiger Woods
Tiger Woods' infidelity put an end to the five-year-old marriage with wife Elin Nordegren. Nordegren received a settlement of approximately $100 million.
$375 million
Amount to be awarded (Rs 166 crore) to Maria Shriver in the divorce settlement
Tell-All memoirs
This is not the first time that a celebrity has been asked to pen details about their lives. The top celebrity memoirs are:
>> In 2008, TV presenter Larry King authored My Remarkable Journey, in which he discussed his eight marriages and seven divorces casually.
>> After being hit by the sex-scandal, US President released his autobiography My Life for which he was paid a whopping $ 15 million.
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