Expensive Divorces: 6 High-Profile Splits (PHOTOS)

6 Hefty High-Profile Divorce Settlements
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We all know divorce can be costly, but what if the parties are worth millions--or even billions? When the monetary stakes are that high, settlements can be staggering. Click through for six divorces with serious assets.

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8 Expensive High-Profile Divorces
Rupert and Anna Murdoch (01 of04)
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After more than 30 years of marriage, News Corp. mogul Rupert Murdoch split with his wife, Anna, in 1998. The former couple -- who had three children together -- settled their divorce in 1999 when she walked away with a whopping $1.7 billion. (credit:Alamy)
Mel Gibson and Robyn Moore(02 of04)
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Mel Gibson's wife of 28 years, Robyn Moore, filed for divorce from the actor in April 2009. The ex-couple -- who has seven children together -- finalized their split in December 2011. Because they did not have a prenup, Moore reportedly walked away from the marriage with roughly half of Gibson's $800 million fortune. In September 2012, TMZ revealed that the former Mrs. Gibson was set to receive a large portion of the actor's retirement package as well. (credit:Alamy)
Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren(03 of04)
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Despite outrageous rumors of a $750 million settlement, Tiger Wood's ex-wife reportedly received $110 million and joint custody of their two children. In 2009, Woods became the first athlete to earn a cumulative $1 billion through his income from prize money, appearances, endorsements and other business.
Madonna and Guy Ritchie(04 of04)
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According to Madonna's spokeswoman, the Material Girl paid her ex between $76 million and $92 million, which includes the value of the couple's country home in western England and their London pub, The Punchbowl. Though Ritchie is well-known film director, he is worth less than the American pop star, and is one of the few notable male recipients of a divorce settlement.

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