Nicollette Sheridan Drops Abuse Claims in $20 million Lawsuit

Nicollette Sheridan decided to drop her major claims in her $20 million lawsuit against Desperate Housewives creator Marc Cherry. The 47 year-old actress will no longer used the physical and emotional abuse claims on her case.

In exchange in dropping the abuse allegations, Sheridan won't have to submit to a mental or physical examination requested by the defense. Both parties agreed with this stipulation and it was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court on Friday (December 17).

Downgrading her case, Sheridan still has the right to pursue lost wages, benefits and other financial compensation.

It seems  Marc Cherry's camp made a great move forcing Sheridan to change her mind.

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Desperate Housewives stars shows support to Marc Cherry

The housewives of Wisteria Lane expresses concern about their show's creator Marc Cherry, who is currently facing assault accusations from Nicollette Sheridan.

Desperate Housewives stars Marcia Cross, Eva Longoria Parker, Teri Hatcher and Felicity Huffman issued a joint statement pledging their support for show creator Marc Cherry.

"It would be irresponsible of us to let the public believe that being a part of this show from its inception has been anything but a blessing. We have no first-hand knowledge of what Nicolette may or may not have experienced, but we would never characterize our set as a hostile environment. It is, in fact, the opposite. The friendships and support that Marc Cherry, the cast, the crew and the producers have shared for the past six years have made this a wonderful job that we are grateful for every day."

Sheridan is suing Marc Cherry for $20 million due to assault and battery, gender violence and wrongful termination. Teri Hatcher gave an extra statement after Sheridan mentioned Hatcher's name in the suit.

"While my adoration and respect for the classic and dynamic chemistry of the characters of Susan and Edie is indelible, I'm honored to stand with Eva, Felicity and Marcia, as a group and clarify that our set environment is nothing less than an amazingly positive experience. I have never felt discriminated against. In fact, I have felt heard and respected by Marc and other executives in regards to both my professional and personal needs."

ABC's reaction on Nicollette Sheridan assault claims

Nicollette Sheridan drop a bomb on her former show "Desperate Housewives" as she is now suing the show's creator Marc Cherry. She claim that Marc Cherry assaulted her on the set and she was fired from the show unfairly.

Sheridan says she reported the incident to ABC, but ABC failed to take action.

According to ET, ABC say about the suit: "While we have yet to see the actual complaint, we investigated similar claims made by Ms. Sheridan last year and found them to be without merit."

Nicollette Sheridan aka Edie Britt is suing for $20 million, alleging assault and battery, gender violence and wrongful termination.

Nicollette Sheridan suing "Desperate Housewives" creator for Assault and wrongful termination

The nasty and ugly truth/reason about Nicollette Sheridan's departure in the hit TV series "Desperate Housewives" is now out!

Sheridan is suing the show's creator Marc Cherry after he allegedly struck Sheridan across the head and face on the set, then she was fired.

According to TMZ, Nicollette is suing for assault and battery, gender violence and wrongful termination.

Sheridan claims Cherry created a hostile work environment from the get go, "behaving in an extremely abusive and aggressive manner toward the individuals who work on the show."

Sheridan says during the 5th season, Cherry put her in his cross hairs. She claims on September 24, 2008, he physically assaulted her after she questioned him about something in the script. According to the lawsuit, "Cherry took her aside and forcefully hit her with his hand across her face and head."

Sheridan reveals that her fellow co-star Teri Hatcher also has problem with the creator. In a previous incident, Teri went above his head to complain about him and the creator allegedly said, "I hope Teri Hatcher gets hit by a car and dies."

Sheridan is suing Marc Cherry for more than $20 million.

Sheridan aka Edie Britt left Wisteria Lane in the fifth season following her character's death.

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Nicollette Sheridan bangin' bikini body

Enjoying the warm weather, Nicollette Sheridan flaunts her awesome bikini body and enjoys some waves with boyfriend Steve Pate in a beach in Malibu. (Aug. 2)

Wearing a tiny sexy two-piece white string bikini, Nicollette proves that she can level with or sometimes her body is better than the young hotties around. At 45, she has a figure that would turn girls half her age envy.

Meanwhile, Marc Cherry recently denied some rumors about the former “Desperate Housewives” temptress catfights with former co-star.

"Edie was fantastic for the show and I do not have a negative word to say about her,” he says of Nicolette. “Her character was actually not supposed to have as long a run in the show but she was so good in the pilot I had to keep her in. Part of my job is knowing when the end has come for any character and it was just Edie’s time. There is no animosity and there was no falling out.”


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Nicollette Sheridan has a Spade

Still baba..boom!! and just turned 45 last friday, Nicollette Sheridan celebrated her birthday at Luau restaurant in Beverly Hills. After her split up with Michael Bolton, their a new rumored some one for Nicollette.

According to People, comedian David Spade is the lucky guy that catches Nicollette attention.

"They arrived separately and even started dinner at different booths," says an onlooker. It was a familiar scene: The duo were spotted a couple of weeks ago at the restaurant's opening, where they spent the night in deep conversation. This time, though, things got a little more intimate.

"They cuddled and kissed," says an onlooker. "They were full-on making out in a booth."

David Spade once gain proves that he really has the talent and he is the man!!

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Nicollette Sheridan fabulous at age 44

Looking happy being single, Nicollette Sheridan was spotted enjoying the warm weather in Mailbu.

Nicollette is now 44 years-old but definitely she has a great body. The “Desperate Housewives” actress displayed her toned body wearing a black skimpy bikini in Malibu beach.

Nicollette is now available after breaking off a two-year relationship with Michael Bolton last August.

Nicollette Sheridan is still a headturner

Recently single "Desperate Housewives" actress proves that she is still a headturner even she's now 44.

Nicollette Sheridan was spotted walking down the streets of Beverly Hills when a bunch of guys suddenly head turns like watching "Pretty Woman" movie.

Michael Bolton and Nicollette Sheridan's on separate ways again

Michael Bolton and Nicollette Sheridan's relationship fall out of tune and they decided to called off their engagement!

In a statement via PEOPLE, "Nicollette Sheridan and Michael Bolton have amicably ended their engagement. They appreciate your respect for their privacy in this matter.”

Somehow Nicollette Sheridan and her role as Edie Britt in Desperate Housewives has the same problem, "engagement failure."

Desperate Housewives season 5 - new promotional pictures

Check out the ladies of Wisteria Lane in thier latest promo shoot for the 5th season of Desperate Housewives.

Again be thrill on the return of Teri Hatcher (as Susan Mayer), Dana Delany (as Katherine Mayfair), Marcia Cross (as Bree Van de Kamp), Felicity Huffman (as Lynette Scavo), Nicollette Sheridan (as Edie Britt) andEva Longoria Parker (as Gabrielle Solis).

The new season premieres Sunday, September 28, at 9PM on ABC.

more promo pics after the jump...

Eva Longoria's "Over Her Dead Body" L.A. premiere

Eva Longoria Parker wearing purple dress and a nice diamond earrings arrives at the premiere of her movie "Over Her Dead Body" at the ArcLight Theater in Hollywood.

Eva told press, “It’s hard to relate to her because she dies on her wedding day and she’s a ghost throughout the whole movie. She’s really feisty and she fights for her man. I think we have that in common - I’d definitely haunt (my husband) Tony.”
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