60636547NEW YORK – JUNE 04: Singer Justin Bieber performs on NBC’s quotTodayquot at Rockefeller Center on June 4 2010 in New York City (Photo by Bryan BedderGetty Images) 2010 Getty Images – 458586_114607715339679_323513263_o.jpg Read the original: 60636547NEW YORK – JUNE 04: Singer Justin Bieber performs on NBC’s quotTodayquot at Rockefeller Center on June 4 2010 in New York City (Photo by Bryan BedderGetty Images) 2010 Getty Images
Rihanna has sued her former accountants for mismanaging the singer’s finances, claiming they earned huge commissions yet cost her millions of dollars. In a lawsuit filed in Manhattan federal court, the 24-year-old singer and her tour company, Tourihanna, is seeking an unspecified amount of damages. The pop superstar’s dealings with accountancy firm Berdon LLP and former employees Michael Mitnick and Peter Gounis are the subject of the lawsuit. The suit, first filed late in Tuesday ahead of the July 4 U.S. holiday, claims the accounting firm caused “significant financial losses” between 2005 and 2010. She accuses the firm of charging “exorbitant” commissions from Rihanna ‘s 2010 “Last Girl on Earth Tour” and mishandling Rihanna’s foreign and domestic taxes. “Between 2005 and 2010, Tourihanna suffered significant losses due to defendants’ financial mismanagement and other acts and omissions,” the lawsuit said. Rihanna, whose real name is Robyn Fenty, is referred to in the suit as a financial novice who found fame at a young age and relied heavily on her accountants. In 2005, the Barbados native was 16 years old and “a minor with a booming music career and no knowledge or understanding of financial matters whatsoever.” The lawsuit said the accountants concealed facts regarding her finances and earned commissions on Rihanna’s revenue that was “exorbitant and expensive.” In addition, the firm assumed control over the singer’s affairs beyond the industry standard and failed to maximize her personal net worth and long term wealth. The lawsuit said Rihanna lost millions during “The Last Girl On Earth” tour after the firm failed to reconcile costs versus revenues while still paying itself millions. It estimated that between 2007 and 2010, the accountants earned commissions equaling 23 percent of total tour income, compared with 6 percent for Rihanna. The firm did not do monthly planning reports and performed little record-keeping of Rihanna’s personal and business expenses, including those for Tourihanna. For example, during 2008 and 2009, the accountants kept only 2 percent to 4 percent of all receipts for expenses charged on the singer’s personal credit card. It also failed to uncover millions in unpaid royalties and problems with the way in which Universal Music Group (UMG) was tracking Rihanna’s song royalties.
Niall Horan may need to clean up his act, or at least his mouth, if he really wants a shot with Demi Lovato . The One Direction singer took major exception to fans asking for his time/attention at the Dublin Airport this week, never breaking stride and using the naughtiest of words in response to their catcalls: “Remember the last time I walked out here… you shower of cunts.” Whoa there! Watch the one-sided exchange now:
Justin Bieber was involved in both a dangerous and illegal situation this afternoon, and it all went down on the 101 in Los Angeles. As first reported by TMZ, the artist was pulled over for speeding and reckless driving after L.A. City Councilman Dennis Zine – a witness and former LAPD patrolman – spotted Justin barreling down the freeway in his Fisker Karma, allegedly over 100 miles per hour. Zine believes Bieber should have been arrested on the spot. “Bieber was driving like a maniac,” Zine tells TMZ. “He was weaving in and out of traffic. There was hardly any space between cars as he weaved from lane to lane.” HOWEVER, Zine also acknowledges that Bieber had at least somewhat of an excuse for his actions: the paparazzi were right on his (expensive) tail. Four “reporters” swarmed Justin’s car as soon as it was pulled over, in fact. Sources say law enforcement officials will investigate these journalists for creating a hazardous circumstances, while Bieber’s manager, Scooter Braun, says his client was cited for going 80 mph and actually dialed 911 himself a short time later because the paparazzi picked up their pursuit. Man. At least Justin and Selena Gomez are doing better these days.
Breezy captivates fans with hits as well as new tracks from his upcoming album, Fortune. By Miranda Johnson Chris Brown performs on NBC’s “Today” Photo: Jamie McCarthy/WireImage NEW YORK — On Friday morning (June 8), VA hit NY with full force as megastar Chris Brown graced the outdoor stage of the “Today” show summer concert series. The soulful singer enchanted fans as he performed hits as well as a new song, “Don’t Wake Me Up,” from his upcoming album, Fortune. Breezy belted out the songs to the ladies that filled Rockefeller Plaza, singing fan favorites like “Yeah 3X,” “Forever”‘ and “Turn Up The Music.” There was no shortage of energy as Team Breezy responded by screaming at the top of their lungs and yelling out the lyrics to every song. “I love you, Team Breezy!” Chris shouted several times, definitely feeling the love. The “Beautiful People” singer put on a performance to remember, effortlessly gliding across the light-filled stage. Between occasional bursts of smoke, his spirited dance team kept the audience on their feet. Brown recently dropped the video for his summer anthem “Till I Die.” The self-directed vid features Chris stirring up trouble in his 9-to-5, and then later linking up with Wiz Khalifa and Big Sean for a smoke fest. Snoop Dogg also makes a cameo in the clip, picking up his homeys in a yellow, old-school pimp-style convertible. The video wraps as the group reaches their destination: a foggy frat house filled with smoke in which marijuana enthusiasts Method Man and Redman make an appearance. Brown’s Fortune album is set to drop on July 3. What did you think of Chris’ “Today” show set? Tell us in the comments! Related Artists Chris Brown
Young Canadian star performs three songs on show, introduces his mom to Matt Lauer. By Joel Hanek Justin Bieber performs on NBC’s “Today Photo: Andrew H. Walker/ Getty Images NEW YORK — At 5:30 a.m.
Band reschedules rest of U.S. Brand New Eyes tour to give frontwoman time to recover. By James Montgomery Paramore’s Hayley Williams Photo: Scott Gries/ Getty Images October is already shaping up to be a pretty unlucky month for tours: Kanye and Gaga have scrapped their much-hyped Fame Kills jaunt , Miley Cyrus canceled a stop on her Wonder World Tour due to strep throat , and, now, you can add Paramore to the misfortune list.
‘It’s a little bit about reflecting on life,’ singer says of Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel. By James Dinh Mariah Carey performs on NBC’s “Today” Photo: Bryan Bedder/ Getty Images Fans filled Rockefeller Plaza early Friday morning (October 2) to catch a glimpse of Mariah Carey stopping by the “Today” show to talk about her latest album, Memoirs of a Fallen Angel, and performed a four-song set. Beginning the show with an early classic — “Make It Happen,” off of Emotions — the singer embraced the crowd’s lively energy early in the morning.
‘Hannah Montana’ star performs four songs in Rockefeller Plaza. By Jocelyn Vena Miley Cyrus performs on NBC’s “Today” at Rockefeller Center on August 28, 2009 in New York City Photo: Theo Wargo/WireImage Miley Cyrus hit New York’s Rockefeller Plaza on Friday morning (August 28) for her “Today” show appearance, and despite rainy weather her fans turned out in huge numbers to catch a glimpse of the pop star and to hear her sing a selection of her songs. Wearing a black blazer, T-shirt, necklaces, torn straight jeans and ankle boots, Cyrus sang “Party in the U.S.A.” (her pole-dance song from the Teen Choice Awards) “The Climb,” “See You Again” and “Kicking and Screaming.” She also talked a bit about her new LP, Time of Our Lives, being released on August 31 at Wal-Mart stores, which she said features the edgier, rockier musical direction she’s been moving toward.
