Look out Hollywood, the once upon a time love birds, Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez, have entered a legal fight. This time, it’s not about their romance. Instead, their struggle centres around who gets custody of their son, Maceo.
Love in the Air, Now on Trial
The love story of Halle Berry, an Oscar-winning actress, and French actor Olivier Martinez had everyone talking. Their romance was all glams and sparks since the start on the sets of “Dark Tide” in 2010. They tied the knot three years later, creating a fairy tale everyone envied. Yet, as sometimes happens, their marriage hit rocky patches by 2015. The same year, they announced their separation. By 2016, they were officially divorced. Amid this turmoil, they shared the parenting of their son, Maceo.
Parenting Issues Add Extra Sparks
After the divorce, Halle and Olivier promised to bring up their son in love, despite their personal issues. Yet, following their co-parenting agreement seemed to be a bit too challenging.
Recently, Halle petitioned the court, claiming that Olivier had missed their co-parenting therapy sessions. She said his absence created a sour environment for their relationship and affected their son, Maceo. The judge, though, turned a deaf ear to Halle’s plea. Judge Shelley Kaufman dismissed Halle’s appeal, citing there was no immediate and pressing issue to consider.
Drilling Deeper Into the Eight Years of Divorce Drama
Anyone would expect a smooth divorce process with their solid prenup. But no, Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez’s divorce battle started in 2015 and lasted for eight unexpected years. The main trigger for the delay? The couple couldn’t compromise on Maceo’s custody and the financial terms which led to years of legal tussle.
In 2016, they made a smart move to unbundle their divorce issues. They separated their property and marital status disputes from the custody fight for Maceo. After years of disagreement, they finally found common ground in 2023, agreeing to jointly share Maceo’s custody.
Halle Berry’s Obligation to Support her Child
As stated in their written agreement, Halle must pay Olivier $8,000 every month. That’s not all, though. She must also give 4.3% of her yearly earnings, if she makes over $2 million. Aside from this, the “X-Men” actress is accountable for Maceo’s health insurance, medical costs, school fees, and extracurricular activities expenses.
The Bumpy Ride Is Real
This long, bumpy legal ride endured by Berry and Martinez paints a vivid picture of the emotional rollercoaster ride a divorce, especially among celebrities, can bring. Despite finally reaching an agreement in 2023, the couple still has disagreements on their co-parenting duties. This proves the challenges waiting for both parties on the road ahead. All eyes are now on them. Everyone hopes that the welfare of their son, Maceo, stays their prime focus as they journey through this trying period.
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