The former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist married musician Nicole Turley in 2011 but it emerged earlier this year (15) that she has filed for divorce.

According to editors at TMZ.com, Turley has received an initial payment of $20,000 (£12,500) but is claiming she needs a monthly handout of $75,000 (£46,875) to maintain the lifestyle she enjoyed during their union.

In divorce documents she reportedly states the former couple had three homes, a team of personal assistants, and even a private music studio.

She alleges the rocker has a personal fortune of $14 million and she is asking for access to the money as her own finances are down to less than $30,000 (£18,750).