Chrisley Knows Best stars Todd and Julie Chrisley have officially kicked off their prison sentences.
TMZ reported Tuesday that the reality TV stars turned themselves in for lockup.
Todd reported to Fpc Pensacola in Florida, where he's been sentenced to 12 years behind bars.
Meanwhile, Julie reported to a different federal prison in Lexington, Ky, at Federal Medical Center Lexington.
Julie was handed a seven-year sentence in the couple's bank fraud and tax evasion case.
The pair were found guilty in 2022, and their motion for bail pending their appeal was recently denied.
Prosecutors said that the couple used loans to purchase expensive cars, take trips and live a lavish lifestyle, all while hiding money from the IRS to avoid paying taxes.
"The Chrisleys have built an empire based on the lie that their wealth came from dedication and hard work," prosecutors said in a sentencing memo.
"The jury's unanimous verdict sets...
TMZ reported Tuesday that the reality TV stars turned themselves in for lockup.
Todd reported to Fpc Pensacola in Florida, where he's been sentenced to 12 years behind bars.
Meanwhile, Julie reported to a different federal prison in Lexington, Ky, at Federal Medical Center Lexington.
Julie was handed a seven-year sentence in the couple's bank fraud and tax evasion case.
The pair were found guilty in 2022, and their motion for bail pending their appeal was recently denied.
Prosecutors said that the couple used loans to purchase expensive cars, take trips and live a lavish lifestyle, all while hiding money from the IRS to avoid paying taxes.
"The Chrisleys have built an empire based on the lie that their wealth came from dedication and hard work," prosecutors said in a sentencing memo.
"The jury's unanimous verdict sets...
- 1/17/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Chrisley Knows Best stars Todd and Julie Chrisley have both been sentenced to multiple years in federal prison after being convicted of bank fraud and tax evasion charges.
Todd was sentenced to 12 years in prison, while Julie was sentenced to seven years, reports Wsb-tv in Atlanta.
The couple were convicted earlier this year, with prosecutors alleging they used falsified documents to get 30 million in bank loans, and defaulted more than 20 million debt when Todd declared bankruptcy in 2012.
They were also found guilty of conspiring to defraud the IRS and tax evasion.
Julie was convicted on separate charges of wire fraud and obstruction of justice as well.
Prosecutors revealed that Todd and Julie submitted fake documents when applying for loans and concealed income to avoid paying taxes.
News broke earlier this week that their accountant Peter Tarantino had also been sentenced to three years in prison.
“Todd and Julie Chrisley are...
Todd was sentenced to 12 years in prison, while Julie was sentenced to seven years, reports Wsb-tv in Atlanta.
The couple were convicted earlier this year, with prosecutors alleging they used falsified documents to get 30 million in bank loans, and defaulted more than 20 million debt when Todd declared bankruptcy in 2012.
They were also found guilty of conspiring to defraud the IRS and tax evasion.
Julie was convicted on separate charges of wire fraud and obstruction of justice as well.
Prosecutors revealed that Todd and Julie submitted fake documents when applying for loans and concealed income to avoid paying taxes.
News broke earlier this week that their accountant Peter Tarantino had also been sentenced to three years in prison.
“Todd and Julie Chrisley are...
- 11/22/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Todd and Julie Chrisley, the stars of the USA Network’s top-rated original series, “Chrisley Knows Best,” were sentenced to lengthy terms in federal prison on Monday for what prosecutors called a “15-year fraud spree.”
Todd Chrisley was sentenced to 12 years in prison, while Julie was sentenced to seven years, according to Wsb-tv in Atlanta.
The couple were convicted in June of tax evasion and bank fraud. Prosecutors alleged they used falsified documents to obtain 30 million in bank loans, and then defaulted on more than 20 million in debt when Todd Chrisley declared bankruptcy in 2012. They also concealed millions of dollars from the IRS that they had earned from the show, the federal jury found.
Federal prosecutors had asked that Todd Chrisley be sentenced to 17-21 years, and that Julie face 10-12 years.
In a sentencing memo, prosecutors wrote that the Chrisleys flaunted their wealth on their TV show while stiffing creditors,...
Todd Chrisley was sentenced to 12 years in prison, while Julie was sentenced to seven years, according to Wsb-tv in Atlanta.
The couple were convicted in June of tax evasion and bank fraud. Prosecutors alleged they used falsified documents to obtain 30 million in bank loans, and then defaulted on more than 20 million in debt when Todd Chrisley declared bankruptcy in 2012. They also concealed millions of dollars from the IRS that they had earned from the show, the federal jury found.
Federal prosecutors had asked that Todd Chrisley be sentenced to 17-21 years, and that Julie face 10-12 years.
In a sentencing memo, prosecutors wrote that the Chrisleys flaunted their wealth on their TV show while stiffing creditors,...
- 11/21/2022
- by Gene Maddaus
- Variety Film + TV
The stars of USA Network‘s reality series Chrisley Knows Best, Todd and Julie Chrisley, have been convicted on multiple accounts of bank fraud and tax evasion following a three-week trial. A federal jury found the couple guilty of conspiracy to commit bank fraud, bank fraud, conspiracy to defraud the United States, and tax fraud. Julie was also convicted of wire fraud. Jurors announced their verdict on Tuesday (June 7). Sentencing is set for October 6 and the couple faces up to 30 years in prison. “Both Chrisleys are devastated and disappointed with the verdict and will be pursuing an appeal,” the Chrisleys’ lawyer Bruce Morris told People. “Julie and Todd are so grateful for the love and support shown by their family, friends and fans. They both remain strong in their faith and will continue the ‘fight’ until they are vindicated.” The couple’s former lawyer, Peter Tarantino, was also found guilty...
- 6/8/2022
- TV Insider
Chrisley Knows Best stars Todd and Julie Chrisley got some shocking news Tuesday afternoon.
According to TMZ, the reality TV stars were found guilty of bank fraud and tax evasion.
Peter Tatantino, the couple's accountant, was also found guilty on a series of related charges.
The charges include aiding and abetting the filing of false tax returns.
A date for sentencing has yet to be scheduled, but the couple remains free on bond.
They face up to 30 years in prison.
Bruce Morris, Todd's attorney, said that the couple plan to appeal the damning decision.
“We are disappointed in the verdict,” Morris said to TMZ.
Todd and Julie were initially indicted back in 2019, with prosecutors alleging the pair to have submitted fake documents to banks when applying for loans.
Julie also allegedly submitted false credit reports and bank statements when attempting to rent a house in California.
Following the indictment in...
According to TMZ, the reality TV stars were found guilty of bank fraud and tax evasion.
Peter Tatantino, the couple's accountant, was also found guilty on a series of related charges.
The charges include aiding and abetting the filing of false tax returns.
A date for sentencing has yet to be scheduled, but the couple remains free on bond.
They face up to 30 years in prison.
Bruce Morris, Todd's attorney, said that the couple plan to appeal the damning decision.
“We are disappointed in the verdict,” Morris said to TMZ.
Todd and Julie were initially indicted back in 2019, with prosecutors alleging the pair to have submitted fake documents to banks when applying for loans.
Julie also allegedly submitted false credit reports and bank statements when attempting to rent a house in California.
Following the indictment in...
- 6/7/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Producer Pablo José Barroso has established the privately backed production and finance company based in Mexico City.
The goal is to produce two to four features in the $10-50m range and one to two television series budgeted at $5-10m a year.
All content will be English-language with “positive messaging” for a global audience.
The first two film projects are the animated feature Max & Me and Maccabees, a live-action feature about an ancient Jewish revolt led by Judah Maccabee.
“We are a company that puts material first and will develop and explore inspiring stories and find a way to bring them to the big screen,” said Barroso, who will run the company as CEO alongside producing collaborator Claudia Nemer as COO.
“We believe there is an underserved market for content touting strong values so our ambition is to help fill this void in the marketplace and deliver the highest quality movies and TV product to audiences...
The goal is to produce two to four features in the $10-50m range and one to two television series budgeted at $5-10m a year.
All content will be English-language with “positive messaging” for a global audience.
The first two film projects are the animated feature Max & Me and Maccabees, a live-action feature about an ancient Jewish revolt led by Judah Maccabee.
“We are a company that puts material first and will develop and explore inspiring stories and find a way to bring them to the big screen,” said Barroso, who will run the company as CEO alongside producing collaborator Claudia Nemer as COO.
“We believe there is an underserved market for content touting strong values so our ambition is to help fill this void in the marketplace and deliver the highest quality movies and TV product to audiences...
- 8/5/2014
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
Reese Witherspoon pled no contest, while her husband, Jim Toth, pled guilty, in Atlanta yesterday to charges stemming from his DUI arrest last month, TMZ is reporting. The Academy Award-winning actress was also arrested on April 19 after disobeying a police officer’s order to stay in the car after Toth was pulled over. Witherspoon also asked the police officer if he knew her name, and told him he was going to be on national news. Witherspoon wasn’t present in court yesterday, but was represented by her lawyer, Bruce Morris. He entered the plea to physical obstruction of another, and she will pay a $213 fine. Toth was in court to [ Read More ]
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- 5/3/2013
- by Karen Benardello
- ShockYa
After an embarrassing arrest last month for DUI and disorderly conduct, Reese Witherspoon and husband Jim Toth had their day in court on Thursday (May 2).
According to TMZ, the "Legally Blonde" star pled no contest to her charge, via attorney Bruce Morris, for which she will pay a $213 fine.
As for her hubby, he accepted full responsibility, pleading guilty and appearing personally before the judge. After being warned by the judge, "Consider yourself fortunate you didn't injure your passenger [Reese] and didn't kill anyone," he was ordered to perform 40 hours of community service and attend an alcohol education class. Also, he'll be on probation for 12 months.
Today on "Good Morning America," the 37-year-old actress spoke about the incident, explaining, "We went out to dinner in Atlanta, had one too many glasses of wine. We thought we were fine to drive and we absolutely were not. And it's just completely unacceptable. And...
According to TMZ, the "Legally Blonde" star pled no contest to her charge, via attorney Bruce Morris, for which she will pay a $213 fine.
As for her hubby, he accepted full responsibility, pleading guilty and appearing personally before the judge. After being warned by the judge, "Consider yourself fortunate you didn't injure your passenger [Reese] and didn't kill anyone," he was ordered to perform 40 hours of community service and attend an alcohol education class. Also, he'll be on probation for 12 months.
Today on "Good Morning America," the 37-year-old actress spoke about the incident, explaining, "We went out to dinner in Atlanta, had one too many glasses of wine. We thought we were fine to drive and we absolutely were not. And it's just completely unacceptable. And...
- 5/3/2013
- GossipCenter
Reese Witherspoon said today "when you make a mistake you take responsibility," and that's exactly what she and hubby Jim Toth are doing. E! News confirms that earlier today the actress plead no contest to the charge of obstruction of a person, while Toth plead guilty to first offense DUI stemming from the charges made from their arrest in Atlanta last month. Witherspoon was not present in court, but her lawyer Bruce Morris entered the plea and will pay a total fine of $313 including court costs. Toth, who was in the courtroom today, will not face jail time, but must perform 40 hours of community service and attend an alcohol education program, a Mothers Against Drunk...
- 5/2/2013
- E! Online
Jim Toth will reportedly avoid jail time stemming from his April 19 DUI arrest. The talent agent and husband of Reese Witherspoon was ordered to perform 40 hours of community service and attend an alcohol education program after pleading guilty in an Atlanta court, according to TMZ, who also reports Toth was placed on 12-month probation. The judge told Toth: "Consider yourself fortunate you didn't injure your passenger and didn't kill anyone." Witherspoon, 37, who was arrested for disorderly conduct at the time of her husband's arrest, apparently plead no contest to the infraction caused by refusing to stay in the car under police orders.
- 5/2/2013
- by Dahvi Shira
- PEOPLE.com
Reese Witherspoon is taking responsibility for her actions last month. According to TMZ, the Mud star has pled no contest for her April 19 arrest for disorderly conduct when she disobeyed an officer's order to stay in the car after her husband was pulled over for suspicion of DUI. Her husband Jim Toth has pled guilty to the charges of driving under the influence. Witherspoon -- who was not present, but was represented by her lawyer Bruce Morris -- entered the plea to physical obstruction of another and will pay a $213 fine. Toth won't have to serve any jail time, but must
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- 5/2/2013
- by THR Staff
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Reese Witherspoon just pled no contest and her husband Jim Toth pled guilty in Atlanta to charges stemming from his DUI arrest and her bust for mouthing off to the arresting officer ... TMZ has learned. Reese -- who was arrested for disorderly conduct April 19 after disobeying an officer's order to stay in the car -- pled no contest to the infraction. You'll recall during her husband's arrest an inebriated Reese asked the cop, "Do you know my name?...
- 5/2/2013
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Bsx Records has released the soundtrack album for the 3D animated family movie The Greatest Miracle. The album includes the original score from the film by Mark McKenzie. The composer incorporated over 100 musicians and performers into the score including an 80 piece orchestra, a choir, a women’s choir, and the acclaimed London boys choir “Libera”. The soundtrack is available on the label’s website, as well as on iTunes, where you also check out audio clips from the album. The Greatest Miracle (El Gran Milagro) is directed by Bruce Morris (Finding Nemo, The Princess and the Frog) and produced by Mexico City-based Pablo Barosso and Claudia Nemer. The movie will be released in both Spanish and English beginning in Los Angeles and Chicago on October 14, then expanding nationwide.
For more information, check out the press release below:
Mark McKenzie Scores The Greatest Miracle
The Film Begins Tiered Release October 14Th
Los Angeles,...
For more information, check out the press release below:
Mark McKenzie Scores The Greatest Miracle
The Film Begins Tiered Release October 14Th
Los Angeles,...
- 10/6/2011
- by filmmusicreporter
- Film Music Reporter
The 1976 Cal Arts Character Animation Class in Room A-113: Back: Joe Lanzisero, Darrell Van Citters, Brett Thompson, John Lasseter (pencil in mouth) Leslie Margolin, Mike Cedeno, Paul Nowak, Nancy Beiman; Middle: Jerry Rees, Bruce Morris, Elmer Plummer, Brad Bird, Doug Lefler; Front: Harry Sabin, John Musker The memo posted after the jump has been recently floating around the animation message boards. Cal-Arts is the only college to go to if you ever hope to direct anything longer than an animated television show in the United States. While I've known that the feature animation business was dominated by Cal-Arts alumni, I didn't know it was This extensive. Check it out now, after the jump. via cartoonbrew...
- 5/12/2010
- by Peter Sciretta
- Slash Film
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