Bergstein Struggles to Show Creditors the Money, Blames Former Lawyer

July, 08, 2011 11:48 am | Comments On #David Bergstein, David Molner, Leonard Gumport, Movies

David Bergstein endured another intense interrogation at the hands of his creditors and an attorney for his court-appointed trustee Ronald Durkin on Thursday afternoon.

The embattled film financier chomped away on gum while continually deflecting questions about the ownership of his web of shell companies and his relationship with construction magnate Ronald Tutor.

Also read: Bergstein's Remaining Companies Pushed Into Bankruptcy

"All I can do is provide time to answer...

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CEO Accused in Tupac Shooting Arrested -- for Something Else

June, 22, 2011 9:01 am | Comments On #2Pac, James, Television, Tupac Shakur

A music executive accused of ordering the 1994 robbery in which Tupac Shakur was shot five times has been arrested -- but not in the robbery.

Czar Entertaiment co-founder and CEO James "Jimmy Henchman" Rosemond was arrested Tuesday and accused of heading a cocaine trafficking ring. A DEA spokeswoman told TheWrap that Rosemond is being held without bail on a charge of conspiracy to distribute in excess of five kilograms of cocaine.

Also read: Happy Birthday, Tupac: Rapper Would Have Been 40

Rosemond, who manages Sean Kingston and The Game, was accused last week by...

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Ronni Chasen's Condo Selling for $950K

June, 07, 2011 5:31 pm | Comments On #condominium, House, Movies, Ronni Chasen, sale

EXCLUSIVE

Slain publicist Ronni Chasen's  Los Angeles condominium is up for sale for at least $950,000, according to court filings. 

The sale is part of an effort to liquidate Chasen's estate. The publicist's former residence on Wilshire Boulevard  is appraised at $1 million, according to a notice of proposed action. 

Also read: Ronni Chasen Tipster Will Get $100,000 Reward

Neal Jannol, an attorney for Chasen's estate, declined to...

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Bergstein Dodges Questions About Tutor's Involvement in Bankrupt Companies

May, 31, 2011 5:53 pm | Comments On #bankruptcy, David Bergstein, Movies, news, Ron Tutor

David Bergstein was on the hot seat for nearly two hours on Tuesday as angry creditors attempted to tie the controversial film financier to billionaire Ron Tutor and slammed him for masking millions of dollars of assets through a byzantine network of shell companies.

“Every time I put something down in writing, I get crucified. Unspecified is as specific as I am willing to get,” Bergstein said during a hearing at the Los Angeles office of Ernst & Young.

Dressed in a navy jacket with white shirt and no tie, open slightly at the collar, Bergstein denied that he had...

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Lindsay Lohan Settles Lawsuit Over 2007 Car Chase

May, 27, 2011 2:57 pm | Comments On #Lindsay Lohan, lindsay lohan dui, lindsay lohan lawsuit, Movies

At least one of Lindsay Lohan's legal woes has been put to rest.

The frequently troubled actress -- who's currently under house arrest due to her probation violation -- settled a lawsuit stemming from a 2007 car chase on Wednesday, the Associated Press reports.

In the suit, Tracie Rice claimed that she had been so psychologically damaged by being pursued during a chase on the Pacific Coast Highway that she lost her job.

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Forget the McCourts; 'CSI' Creator's Divorce Could Be a Doozie

May, 09, 2011 5:55 pm | Comments On #Anthony Zuiker, CSI, jennifer zuiker, Television, zuiker divorce

Move over, Frank and Jamie, and brace yourselves for what might well become one of the most expensive -- and, perhaps, nastiest -- divorce proceedings in recent Hollywood history.

"CSI" creator-producer Anthony Zuiker is currently undergoing a split from his wife Jennifer, and judging by court papers obtained by TheWrap, it's not likely to be amicable -- or inexpensive.

Citing irreconcilable differences, Jennifer Zuiker petitioned the court on April 25, seeking full legal and physical custody of the couple's three children -- Dawson, 10; Evan, 8; and Noah, 3.

She isn't likely to get those rights without a fight. As reported by...

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Judge Will Unseal Trustee Report in Bergstein Bankruptcy Case

April, 20, 2011 5:14 pm | Comments On #bankruptcy, David Bergstein, David Molner, Media, miramax, people, report, Ron Tutor, Ronald Tutor

A massive report documenting film financier David Bergstein's alleged efforts to cover up millions of dollars in losses and gambling debts will be unsealed, a federal court judge ruled on Wednesday.

Five companies controlled by Bergstein were placed into bankruptcy last February after more than 30 creditors, including director Taylor Hackford, the Writers Guild of America West and the Mandalay Bay casino in Las Vegas sued over unpaid bills. 

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Jasmine Guy Slapped With $87K Lawsuit by American Express

April, 13, 2011 5:12 pm | Comments On #a different world, american express, Drop Dead Diva, jasmine guy, jasmine guy lawsuit, lawsuit, Television, Vampire Diaries

Former "A Different World" actress Jasmine Guy has been named as a defendant in a lawsuit by American Express, according to court documents obtained by TheWrap.

Guy, who played spoiled rich girl Whitley Gilbert on the "Cosby Show" spinoff, is accused of breach of contract and unjust enrichment in the suit, which was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court Tuesday.

Specifically, American Express alleges that Guy has blown off the balance on her Delta SkyMiles credit card.

The company is seeking to recoup an outstanding balance of $86,241.03, plus late charges, interest, court costs and attorney's fees.

Guy, 49, recently had a recurring stint as Sheila Bennett on the CW...

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Biggie Smalls Carrying Magnum Condoms, Weed at Time of Death

April, 06, 2011 4:18 pm | Comments On #Biggie Smalls, Christopher Wallace, condoms, inhaler, Magnum condoms, Media, Pot, The Notorious B.I.G., weed

FBI documents released Wednesday on the murder of Christopher Wallace, the Notorious B.I.G, didn't reveal who shot the popular rap star. 

They did, however, shine some light about what kind of protection Biggie Smalls was packing at the time of his death. 

Also read: Notorious B.I.G. FBI Documents Link LAPD to His Murder -- But Still No Charges

Three Magnum condoms were found on the rapper, according to documents released as part of a Freedom of...

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No Jail for Mel Gibson; Pleads No Contest, Gets Community Service

March, 11, 2011 12:23 pm | Comments On #assault, battery, jail, Mel Gibson, misdemeanor, Movies, Oksana Griegorieva

Updated: 2:01 p.m. PST

Don't call Mel Gibson "jailbird."

The actor pled no contest to a misdemeanor battery charge in a Los Angeles court room on Friday afternoon.

He has been placed on probation for the next 36 months, must do 16 hours of community service and attend counseling. 

That may not be too hard. TMZ is reporting that Gibson will be doing his community service at Mending KIds International, which is run by his ex-wife Robyn.

Gibson was accused of striking his ex-girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva. By accepting a plea agreement, he has avoided jail time. 

Moreover, he has entered what is known as a "West Plea," which...

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