The World's Biggest Crooks In Business

The World's Biggest Crooks In Business

In the world of business, there's a dark side filled with individuals who have become famous not for creating great products or leading successful companies, but for pulling off some of the biggest scams and frauds you could imagine. Think of them as the "bad guys" of the business world, whose actions have led to people losing their jobs, investors losing their money, and in some cases, entire companies going under. These stories are not just about stealing a few bucks here and there; we're talking about schemes that have stolen millions, and sometimes even billions, of dollars. These are the tales of the world's biggest crooks in business, a reminder of what can happen when greed takes over and people think they can outsmart everyone else. Their actions have led to stricter laws and regulations, but also serve as a lesson to all of us about the importance of honesty and integrity in both business and life.

Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino

Job Title: TV Personality On The Jersey Shore
When: 2014 And 2018
Types Of Crimes: Tax Fraud And Tax Evasion
Criminal Fines: $133,923 And 8 Months In Prison

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Mike Sorrentino, also known as "The Situation," is a TV star who got famous on the show "Jersey Shore." He was known for being really outgoing and had some catchy sayings that made him pretty popular.

The Scandal

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Mike got into trouble for not paying all the taxes he should have. He made a lot of money, about $8.9 million, from "Jersey Shore" and some other business stuff between 2010 and 2012, but he didn’t report all of it to the tax folks. This whole thing showed how celebrities need to be careful about reporting their income and paying taxes.

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