Gene Pressman, heir to Barneys, accused of attacking former executive in ‘retaliatory’ book
A former executive at Barneys is taking legal action against Gene Pressman, claiming the author’s memoir incorrectly assigns blame for the luxury retailer’s downfall. The lawsuit asserts that Pressman’s book, “They All Came to Barneys: A Personal History of the World’s Greatest Store,” unjustly points fingers at Barneys for its collapse, while suggesting that Gene […]
Pro Football Hall of Fame issues apology for mistakenly announcing Lem Barney’s death
Pro Football Hall of Fame Issues Apology for Incorrect Death Announcement That’s quite a misstep. The Pro Football Hall of Fame issued an apology on Saturday after mistakenly reporting that former Lions cornerback Lem Barney had passed away at 80. “Due to conflicting information regarding reports of Lem Barney’s passing, the Pro Football Hall of […]
Heir to Barneys receives shocking tax-fraud lawsuit during NYC book event
Last week, as he promoted his new memoir at a bookstore in New York City, Jean Pressman, who is linked to the now-defunct Barneys Luxury Empire, found himself facing a shocking tax lawsuit filed by his estranged brother. The 74-year-old, promoting his book titled “They All Come to Barneys: The Personal History of the World’s […]
From DeNiro transforming Pacino’s look to Tom Cruise’s public displays of affection — how Barneys became NYC’s most stylish shop
Although Barneys closed its doors in 2020, its legacy lives on in New York City. Last fall, Barneys hosted pop-up events showcasing 40 brands, including many favorites from its past, like former window dresser Simon Doonan. There are also two television series in the works, not to mention a new memoir titled “They All Came […]
Barneys heir claims family avoided $20M in New York taxes
The heirs of the defunct Barneys luxury brand are embroiled in a legal dispute, with claims that a complex tax fraud scheme could have defrauded New York state out of $20 million. Bob Pressman, 71, grandson of the retailer’s founder, Bernie Pressman, has filed a lawsuit against family members, alleging they conspired to evade both […]