Eminem calls in divorce mediator

Sep 20, 2006, 15:28 GMT

Eminem has brought in a mediator to broker his second divorce from estranged wife Kimberley Mathers.

The 'Lose Yourself' rapper - who filed for divorce on April 5 after just 82 days of their second marriage - brought the legal expert in after the couple failed to agree a settlement during a meeting with lawyers on Tuesday (19.9.06).

Macomb County Circuit Judge Antonio Viviano said: "We didn't settle it, so all we did was set it for mediation."

Eminem - real name Marshall Mathers III - and Kimberley have one daughter together, 10-year-old Hailie. She also has a daughter from a previous relationship, while Eminem has full custody of his niece Alaina.

The rapper's lawyer, Harvey Hauer, explained: "Mr Mathers' only concern is the welfare of his children. Hopefully, we'll put the matter behind us."

Kimberley's legal advisor Michael J. Smith added: "Likewise, what she really wants is the welfare of the children. The parties are hopeful that it will be settled amicably."

The couple married for the first time in 1999 but divorced in 2001. They remarried this year on January 14.

Meanwhile, Eminem is getting ready to release his next album.

'Eminem Presents: The Re-Up' - which will be released in December - is a showcase CD that aims to promote artists signed to the rapper's label, Shady Records.

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