Here's the lowdown. Our sources tell us Halle wants to go after her baby daddy Gabriel Aubry with nuclear weapons -- metaphorically speaking -- and she thinks Hersh is too much of a gentleman to wage that kind of legal war, even though he has guided Halle through 2 divorces, a custody war and various other legal skirmishes.
So we've learned Halle has hired Stephen Kolodny (above), who is legendary in L.A. legal circles for the level of legal warfare she so wants. You may recall Kolodny repped Mel Gibson in his epic battle with Oksana Grigorieva -- and that got kinda nasty.
Kolodny has already gone to court with Halle. We've learned last Thursday the new duo went to dependency court to have more restrictions placed on Aubry. The dependency judge has already ordered that Gabriel can only have contact with Nahla in the presence of a monitor. On Thursday, we're told the judge voiced additional concerns and ordered Gabriel to return the child to Halle earlier than the 6 PM deadline on days he has custody.
Kolodny will have his hands full trying to convince the family law judge that Halle should be able to move to France with the child because she's concerned about paparazzi and safety.
One thing's for sure ... it's gonna get nasty.
Hersh and Kolodny could not be reached for comment.
Friday, March 30, 2012
Halle Berry Fires Longtime Lawyer Neal Hersh ... Hires Legal Bulldozer | TMZ.com
Joe Francis Sues -- Where the HELL Is My Damn Helicopter? | TMZ.com
"Girls Gone Wild" honcho Joe Francis dropped almost a quarter mil on a helicopter 10 years ago ... but he still has NO IDEA where it is -- and now, he's suing the guy who's allegedly behind the mystery.
According to papers filed at the LA Superior Court, obtained by TMZ, the GGW guru went halfsies on a Bell 206 Long Ranger helicopter in 2002 -- with some rich dude named Mohamed Hadid.
According to the docs, Joe paid $226,000 for his share -- but claims he never signed any paperwork or asked any questions, trusting Mohamed with all the small details ... like location, full price, and working condition. Joe claims he doesn't even know who currently holds the title to the chopper.
But now, Joe wants his $226K back -- claiming he was prevented from using the flying machine ... and worse, believes it was secretly sold behind his back. Joe says he has no clue where the helicopter currently is.
Joe is also seeking unspecified damages. Attempts to reach Hadid were unsuccessful.
'O.C. Real Housewife' -- Buy, Buy House | TMZ.com
There's a new casualty in the nasty divorce between one of the "Real Housewives of Orange County" and her husband -- their house.
We've learned ... Vicki Gunvalson and her hubby, Donn, have put their Coto de Caza, CA house on the market for $2.695 million.
The reason for the divorce -- a midlife crisis, according to Vicki.
Also, they don't get along at all.
Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart -- The Sexplanation | TMZ.com
Why is Jennifer Lopez dating a ripped, 24-year-old backup dancer??? We're guessin' the answer lies somewhere below the belt.
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Chris Brown -- Don't Tell ANYONE I Was at Rihanna's Birthday | TMZ.com
Chris Brown was so paranoid about keeping his attendance at Rihanna's birthday party a big fat secret -- he actually tried to FORCE partygoers to sign confidentiality agreements ... TMZ has learned.
Sources tell us, Chris refused to enter the private party Monday night at the famous Hearst Mansion in Beverly Hills until everyone signed an NDA -- sending his henchmen in beforehand to gather every partygoer's signature.
We're told although they didn't get EVERYONE to sign -- Chris eventually walked in ... and spent a huge chunk of the night nuzzling up against Rihanna.
According to sources, the two got real intimate -- sitting next to each other, talking, and holding hands ... all perfectly legal ever since the restraining order was lifted.
As for the rest of the party -- we're told it was jam-packed with celebs including Katy Perry, Bruno Mars, and Chris Martin (no Gwyneth).
Rihanna's cake was pretty badass too -- a giant spliff ... with a small Rihanna made out of icing, riding it like a horse.
Eat your heart out, Miley.
Chris' rep tells TMZ, confidentiality agreements were distributed only to workers at the party and anyone who was caught videotaping/snapping a pic of CB.
Asking people to sign confidentiality agreements AFTER they've already taken pics -- priceless.
Akon -- Strippers LOVE My Stuff | TMZ.com
Akon's made hit song after hit song by following a simple formula -- if strippers bounce to it, fully clothed people will too! In other words ... smack that ... till you get sore.
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'Jersey Shore' Cast -- Separated By Sex | TMZ.com
The people behind "Jersey Shore" are making sure there's no inter-cast bangin' around before the gang gets to Florida. TMZ has learned MTV is making the boys and the girls hit the road in separate cars.
According to our sources, MTV just picked up Pauly D in Rhode Island and then grabbed The Situation in New York City before heading south. We're also told Snooki and Jwoww are in another ride -- and are also en route.
We're also told MTV is keeping the stars on total lockdown -- our source says the network has banned the use of cell phones during the trip.
Solange Knowles -- Cop Drama Over MASSIVE Banana | TMZ.com
TMZ has obtained the police version of what happened Sunday between cops and Solange Knowles.
Cops say Beyonce's younger sis tried entering Club Cameo in Miami Beach and was denied because she was holding a 5-foot tall, inflatable banana. According to cops, Solange began complaining that she was turned away for racial reasons.
Cops say Knowles became unruly with off-duty officers, who took her across the street to try and calm her down. Solange claims that's when cops pulled a "weapon" on her -- we're told she claimed it was a knife -- and threatened to deflate the banana.
Miami Beach PD Internal Affairs must investigate all such complaints, so they're getting in touch with her.
Lindsay Lohan Sued In Nanny Car Accident | TMZ.com
Lindsay Lohan has been sued by a nanny who claims LiLo creamed her in a Maserati.
The accident occurred in September, 2010. TMZ broke the story ... a witness claimed he saw Lindsay run a red light in her sports car in West Hollywood, hitting a nanny who was pushing a stroller across the intersection.
The witness claimed 3 of the 4 wheels on the stroller became airborne. The child wasn't injured but the nanny -- Nubia Del Carmen Preza -- claims she was, and that's why she is suing.
And get this ... the witness told us, "She was in shock and Hispanic so she was scared."
The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages.
Barack Bowled Over With His Wii | TMZ.com
The New York Times reports Barack has been spending time with his daughter's Christmas gift mastering some virtual bowling.
With the success Obama has had with Wii bowling -- let's hope his work on a prosperous economic stimulus plan goes just as smoothly.
Beyonce Gives Birth to Baby Girl Blue Ivy! | TMZ.com
Beyonce finally popped, giving birth to a baby girl named Blue Ivy Carter in New York City on Saturday
Proud dad Jay-Z, real name Shawn Carter, was at the hospital where Beyonce reportedly birthed Ivy by c-section -- and shortly after her arrival ... J & B's famous friends started sending out birth announcements on the Internet.
Rihanna tweeted, "Welcome to the world princess Carter! Love Aunty Rih"
Hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons also took to Twitter, saying ... "congrats to my good friends Beyonce and Jay-Z."
Beyonce famously announced her pregnancy on stage at the MTV Video Music Awards back in August.
While initial reports had the baby name as Ivy Blue, now word is the name is actually Blue Ivy.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Peyton Manning -- Move Over, Tim Tebow ... I'm Officially a Denver Bronco | TMZ.com
Peyton Manning is officially a Denver Bronco -- which means Tim Tebow's out of a job.
Broncos owner Pat Bowlen just made the announcement alongside Broncos legend John Elway -- a deal worth a reported $96 million over 5 years, making Peyton the highest paid player in the NFL.
John Elway made it clear during the announcement ... the Broncos are NOT a Super Bowl caliber team with Tim Tebow.
Peyton -- who will wear #18 on the team -- said he's unsure about Tim Tebow's future ... but claimed, if Tebow stays with the Broncos next year, "I'm going to be the best teammate I can be."
Elway said a Tebow trade hasn't been discussed with other teams yet -- but admitted it's very possible the Broncos will get rid of him. Elway speculated Tebow was "disappointed" by the announcement -- but Tebow never said it to him. According to Elway, Tebow was very understanding about the Broncos' decision.
The #18 is significant in Broncos history -- it once belonged to famed Broncos QB Frank Tripucka in the 1960s ... and retired with him. Peyton said Frank personally asked Peyton to resurrect his number, so the Broncs UN-RETIRED it just for PM.
Now that the acquisition's official -- the Broncos will be trying to trade Tebow ... though it's unclear where the 24-year-old will be headed.
Several teams have reportedly been in discussions about snagging Tebow -- who led the Broncos on a tumultuous ride through the playoffs last season -- including the Jacksonville Jaguars, Green Bay Packers, Miami Dolphins, and New York Jets.
