spousal

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During a contentious spousal support dispute in 2025, Hirschi described the “Everybody Hates Chris” veteran as “semi-retired,” Us Weekly reported in February.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Heath Hirschi wanted out of paying $2,700 a month in spousal support payments after his ex married someone his legal team called a “well-known Hollywood actor.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

I am wondering whether we can switch her benefit to a spousal benefit, which would provide her with $200 more per month.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

One of the rules for spousal benefits is that the person whose record is being used—in this case, you—must already be receiving benefits when the other spouse files.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

So, when the sun restores the purple day, Their strength and skill the suitors shall assay; To him the spousal honour is decreed, Who through the rings directs the feather'd reed.

From The Odyssey by Pope, Alexander