15 Celebrity Couples Had This To Say About Their Prenuptial Agreements

"I was very motivated to make my own money because I signed a document specifically outlining how much I couldn't depend on my husband."

Chelsi

• Published in Film & TV
• July 1, 2022

Wedding preparations are a big deal. This kind of event planning takes weeks, typically months, of hard work and dedication on the part of the bride, groom, and their families.

It says wedding planning is the final hurdle that tests a couple's ability to problem-solve together. The issues that need to be resolved before the wedding can either strengthen the relationship or break it apart entirely.

One particular element of pre-wedding preparations that doesn't get discussed a lot but certainly whispered about is signing a prenuptial agreement. Talking about prenups is still a little bit taboo and admittedly awkward because some people still think they foretell a marriage's end.

The mysticism around prenups is slowly getting dispelled thanks to celebrities and prominent people speaking about them to a degree. While we may not be privy to all the intricacies of their contracts, we have a better idea as to why they agreed to sign one in the first place.

No, the reason is not that they didn't love each other or they want their marriage to end in a divorce; they simply wanted to protect each other and separate their assets. So which celebrities got candid about their prenups? Scroll below to find out!

1. Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas

The couple is defying Hollywood marriage standards by staying married to each other year after year. The actress said in an interview that signing a prenup wasn't a big deal and she was actually relieved after it was done.

She joked that the contract has been hidden in a cabinet hopefully never to be seen again. Catherine said if she ever has to marry someone who is a lot younger than her, she would also make them sign a prenup.

2. Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade

If there was one thing Gabrielle Union learned from her previous marriage, it's that a prenup is essential. So before marrying the NBA superstar, she insisted on having the prenup signed because she cheekily said she has never seen Dwayne balance a checkbook.

3. Khloé Kardashian and Lamar Odom

It's fortunate they had a prenuptial agreement in place before they split up. Khloe wisely said it was necessary for this day and age no matter the sum of your assets.

4. Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries

After their highly publicized 72-day marriage, Kim should count her lucky stars they had a prenup. She said despite her not wanting to talk about finances, she learned growing up with an attorney father and she considers herself a smart girl.

5. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West

After their controversial separation, the rapper tried to void their prenup. He claimed through his lawyer that "all premarital agreements entered on or after January 1, 2002, are presumptively invalid."

6. Katharine McPhee and David Foster

Their relationship made waves when it was announced due to the age difference. They joked in an Instagram live that Katharine already received half of his income thanks to their prenup.

7. Teresa Giudice and Joe Giudice

The Housewives pioneer didn't like that her ex-husband asked her to sign a prenup a week before getting married. She said you don't do that if you really love a person but she added a clause on the prenup that if Joe ever cheats, the contract is rendered null.

8. Bethenny Frankel and Jason Hoppy

The Real Housewives alum shared she didn't like the idea of a prenup but she ultimately signed one. She said she felt embarrassed and that prenups are an awkward ordeal.

9. Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey

Nick wanted Jessica to sign a prenup but she said no believing they were going to be together for life. She says she now regrets not signing one after their split.

10. Britney Spears and Sam Asghari

Many expressed their concern when Britney and Sam announced their engagement. Sam thanked everyone and said they definitely have an ironclad agreement then jokingly added it's to protect his Jeep and shoe collection in the event of a divorce.

11. Lala Kent and Randall Emmett

Although they never did go through with their wedding, Lala and her ex had a prenup already in place. The Vaderpump Rules cast said she's all about a clear definition of which assets are whose.

12. Scheana Shay and Brock Davies

Scheana learned from her previous marriage how important a prenup is. So in this new relationship, she made sure that a contract is in place and fans got to watch her sign it in an episode of Vanderpump Rules.

13. Colton Underwood and Jordan C. Brown

Wedding bells are in their near future but the former Bachelor said a prenup is not a part of it. He says they're in it for the long haul and they don't want to "put those vibes out there" if they sign a prenup.

14. Chrishell Stause and Justin Hartley

The Selling Sunset breakout star was probed about a prenup with her ex in an interview. She couldn't say much about it and shared she did not think she was allowed to answer those kinds of questions.

15. Ali Wong and Justin Hakuta

Justin's family insisted on the comedian signing a prenup. In hindsight, Ali says signing one, albeit forcefully, was the best thing to happen to her and her career as it gave her a lot of motivation to make her own money.

There is always a possibility that a relationship won't work no matter how long the couple has been together. No one enters into a relationship hoping it will end but it's always something that could happen.

In that case, it's always best to be prepared and realistic. There is nothing wrong with protecting your assets to safeguard your future in case Plan A, i.e., the marriage doesn't work.

Chelsi