Former star of MTV reality series Jersey Shore Michael “The Situation” Sorrentino was indicted Wednesday alongside his brother Marc Sorrentino for allegedly failing to pay taxes on $8.9 million of income.
We know what you’re thinking: how on earth did a has-been reality star make $8.9 million? We wondered the same. Apparently, “The Situation,” known for his abs and stellar personality, raked in the cash during his peak-Shore years—between 2010 and 2012— largely by exploiting his celebrity status, but failed to pay taxes on the cash he received.
Mike and his brother also launched a series of businesses which the IRS is alleging were used to funnel funds for personal use. Both are facing charges of failing to file tax returns and conspiracy to defraud the United States.
The pair is expected to appear in New Jersey federal court Wednesday afternoon. If convicted, they could face a $250,000 fine and up to three years in prison for the charges they’re facing — as Mike would say, looks like they’ve got themselves a situation.
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