Johnny Knoxville's Divorce Finally Settled

Jackass star Johnny Knoxville’s wife filed for divorce two years ago. They were officially divorced in March, 2008 in a bifurcated proceeding, reserving all financial matters for resolution at a later date. Just last week, Knoxville (real name: Philip John Clapp) settled with his ex-wife Melanie Clapp, agreeing to pay $6,000 monthly in child support for their 13-year-old daughter, Madison.

The former couple split in July 2006 after 11 years of marriage. According to reports, the financial settlement appears to be a fairly even split of marital property. Melanie was awarded half of their bank accounts and half of Knoxville’s residuals from the Jackass franchise and Dukes of Hazzard film, pursuant to the terms of their agreement.

Knoxville retained his share of several production companies. The parties will share joint custody of Madison.

Knoxville was represented by L.A. celebrity family law attorney Laura Wasser.

Library Topics: bifurcated divorce, marital property, types of custody

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