If you think Hollywood only serves drama on the big screen, you still haven’t checked out what happens behind the cameras. The true drama unfolds way after lights, camera, and action. Be it the breakup and legal feud of Brangelina (Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie) or Benifer 2.0’s split (Ben Affleck and Jenifer Lopez), Hollywood’s divorces and separations never cease to make headlines. Speaking of Hollywood’s broken relationships that made headlines, one has to mention Mel Gibson’s 2011 divorce from Robyn Moore, which cost him around $425 million. The former couple was married for almost three decades, but due to irreconcilable decided to part ways. Additionally, owing to one missed legal formality, Mel Gibson’s ex-wife, Robyn Moore, was able to take away almost half of his fortune in the divorce.
How did Mel Gibson lose $425 million to his wife, Robyn Moore, in divorce?
Mel Gibson’s divorce from Robyn Moore was finalised in a Los Angeles courtroom. Married in 1980, the former couple had seven children. According to the Los Angeles Business Journal in 2006, Gibson had a financial portfolio of approximately Rs $850 million, and his ex-wife walked away with half of the fortune because the couple didn’t have a prenuptial agreement. This made Robyn legally entitled to half of everything Gibson earned during their marriage.Speaking of Mel Gibson’s assets back in the day, more than $600 million was earned from ‘The Passion of the Christ’ alone. Further, more than $100 million came from real estate investments worldwide. The remaining $75 million came from film and TV projects he produced.According to People, some of his wealth was already transferred to Robyn, in particular two Malibu homes worth a combined $22.5 million. As for film residuals, Robyn was entitled to half of every future check Gibson received for the rest of his life.Needless to say, this divorce became one of the most expensive martial spilts in Hollywood.
Why did Mel Gibson and Robyn Moore part ways?
According to ABC News, Mel Gibson and Robyn Moore met in the late 1970s, when they were both tenants in a house in Adelaide, Australia. In 1980, they tied the knot, and in 2009, Mel Gibson’s wife of nearly 30 years, Robyn Moore, filed for divorce, according to PEOPLE.“Throughout our marriage and separation we have always strived to maintain the privacy and integrity of our family and will continue to do so,” the couple shared in the mutually released statement. Moore cited irreconcilable differences and requested the court to help her seek spousal support and attorney’s fees.
How did Mel Gibson and Robyn Moore meet?
As aforementioned, Gibson and Moore met in 1970. Back then, Moore was only a dental nurse. After their marriage on June 7, 1980, they had seven children – Hannah, twins Edward and Christian, William, Louis, Milo and Thomas.
What is Mel Gibson doing currently?
Recently, Mel Gibson shared an update on the long-awaited fifth instalment of the ‘Lethal Weapon’ franchise. According to Deadline, the actor reported that though the script is complete, the film remains stuck in development due to studio-related issues. Speaking of the characters, he said they will be different, as they have aged with time. One of them retired, while another has a desk job.