The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences has confirmed that it will continue to use the services of the accounting firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), even after that infamous Oscars snafu – but there’s a catch.
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Jason Derulo Wants To Deduct $73,000 On His Taxes For Twerk-Related Expenses
Entertainer Jason Derulo had a big night in Los Angeles earlier this week when he dropped tens of thousands of dollars at a Hollywood nightclub to promote his new single, Swalla. Can he deduct it? Derulo thinks he can.
Read MoreOscars: Accountants Responsible For Best Picture Mix-Up Won't Be Back
The President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Cheryl Boone Isaacs, says that the two PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) accountants involved in that historic Oscar night snafu will not be back.
Read MoreOnly Two People Already Know Who Won The Oscars (But They’re Not Telling)
Only two people know the Oscar winners before the big night – but they’re not telling. Martha Ruiz and Brian Cullinan count the ballots and secure the winners. Here’s what else you need to know.
Read MoreTax Prep Companies Mix Tax Season & Football With Super Bowl Commercial Spots
Tom Brady and Matt Ryan aside, we all know why people actually watch the Super Bowl: the commercials. And over the years, there have been some great ones. This year, at least two tax industry companies will be airing commercials during the Big Game. Here’s what we know so far.
Read MoreDivorce & Tax Lessons You Can Learn From Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie
Actress Angelina Jolie has filed for divorce from actor Brad Pitt, citing “irreconcilable differences.” From alimony to child support, here’s what you need to know about divorce and taxes.
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A Look Back At Oprah’s Ultimate Car Giveaway
On this day in 2004, amid the shrieks, 276 members of talk show host Oprah Winfrey’s studio audience each found themselves with a new Pontiac G-6 sedan.
Read MoreWhat You Can Learn About Sexual Harassment & Legal Settlements From Gretchen Carlson
Earlier this year, former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson filed a lawsuit against Roger Ailes, then Chairman and CEO of Fox News, alleging sexual harassment. This week, the anchor announced that she had reached a settlement with 21st Century Fox. Here’s what you need to know about sexual harassment and settlements.
Read MoreThe Infiltrator Movie: Drugs, Dirty Money & Deep Cover
The Infiltrator, starring Bryan Cranston, John Leguizamo, and Benjamin Bratt, opened in theaters nationwide on July 13. I had a chance to talk with Bob Mazur, whose life is portrayed in the film. Here’s what he had to say.
Read MoreMusic, Tax & The Prime Minister: How Live Aid Changed The UK And The World
Live Aid was a “super concert” launched 31 years ago today with 16 hours of rock music in two venues (London and Philadelphia) linked by satellite. Performers like Bono, Madonna, and Queen said yes to Sir Bob Geldof’s charitable call. But who didn’t say yes? Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. At first.
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