Madonna will walk away from the eight-year marriage with her estimated $500 million fortune intact, even though Ritchie, himself believed to be worth $50 million, was entitled under English divorce law to as much as half of her wealth.

The former power couple has also reached a compromise when it comes to the custody of their children. Madonna's daughter Lourdes, by another relationship, will continue to live with her, while Rocco, eight, and three-year-old adopted David - will divide their time between Britain and the US.

A source says: "It will be all over by the end of the month. The priority for him has always been the children."

Last update: 01-27-2009 12:47