Shakira Acquitted of Tax Fraud, court orders Spain to hand back $70 million | Reuters | Spain’s High Court has acquitted Colombian pop star Shakira of tax fraud and overturned the 55 million euro ($64 million) fine imposed in 2021 by the Spanish tax agency, according to a court document seen by Reuters on Monday.
Acting on an appeal by the “Hips Don’t Lie” singer, the court ordered the Treasury to reimburse her with over 60 million euros ($70 million), including interest, Shakira’s defence said.
The judge ruled that authorities had failed to prove that Shakira spent more than 183 days in Spain in 2011, as required by Spanish law to be considered a tax resident in the country. It does not affect tax years after 2011.
At the time, the tax agency had argued that Shakira was linked to Spain through her relationship with former FC Barcelona footballer Gerard Pique and had her center of activities in the Mediterranean country.
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Photo: Shakira with award
[Moral of the story: Keep good records of the days you spend in another country (from your own). It may be very important to your financial well-being!]
Paris Jackson Wins Estate Ruling Amid New Abuse Claims
Curated by AI, MSN | Court orders refund: A judge ruled bonuses to outside law firms must be returned to Michael Jackson’s estate after Paris Jackson challenged the payments.
Legacy under scrutiny: The allegations and personal recollections resurface as Jackson’s biopic dominates box offices, reigniting debate over his life and image.
Paris Jackson achieved a significant financial victory in a legal dispute involving Michael Jackson’s estate. The court ruling favored her position in the matter, resulting in a substantial monetary gain. This outcome marks a notable development in her ongoing interactions with the estate.
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