We'd mentioned that things had gotten ugly between Melissa Etheridge and her former domestic partner and mom to her kids, actress (former actress?) Tammy Lynn Michaels.

The $23-grand a month Tammy was getting in spousal/child support simply wasn't cutting it. 

Well now Tammy's speaking out!

In an exclusive interview with AfterEllen, Tammy tackles the financial debacle (and more! MUCH more!) head on.

More after the jump.

Some LGBT press are giving the dancer flack for not coming out while on the show. After the jump find out who is openly part of our community and hear the arguments against their post-season decision.