Matt Stevens
Matt Stevens is an arts and culture reporter for The New York Times based in New York. He covers a wide range of topics from the arts world, including lawsuits, estate disputes, and profiles of actors. Stevens has worked as a journalist for over a decade, starting at The Los Angeles Times before joining The New York Times in 2017. He is committed to upholding journalistic ethics and treating subjects fairly by giving them the chance to be heard and being transparent about his reporting. His particular interest lies in Asian American stories, and he has covered many stories related to Taylor Swift. Stevens is a general assignment reporter for the Culture section, where he writes about various timely topics in entertainment.
Biography:
https://www.nytimes.com/by/matt-stevens
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
Bias
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- Matt Stevens appears to maintain a neutral tone in his reporting, avoiding personal opinions and presenting facts without skewing them to favor one side.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- No conflicts of interest were identified in Stevens' articles.
Contradictions
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- He also reported on the discrepancies in Lisa Marie Presley's alleged default and the forgery claims of Graceland documents.
- Stevens reported on contradicting statements made by Riley Keough and Naussany Investments regarding the Graceland sale and loan documents.
Deceptions
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Examples:
- No deceptive practices were identified in Stevens' articles.
Recent Articles
Graceland's Identity Crisis: The Controversial Attempt to Sell Elvis Presley's Estate Through Foreclosure
Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024Elvis Presley's Graceland estate faced an attempted foreclosure sale due to a disputed $3.8 million loan taken out by Lisa Marie Presley from Naussany Investments & Private Lending in 2018. The authenticity of the company and its documents have been questioned, leading to an investigation for fraud by the Tennessee Attorney General's office. Graceland, a significant piece of American history and major tourist attraction, has previously been targeted by identity thieves. Graceland's Identity Crisis: The Controversial Attempt to Sell Elvis Presley's Estate Through Foreclosure
Broke On: Saturday, 25 May 2024Elvis Presley's Graceland estate faced an attempted foreclosure sale due to a disputed $3.8 million loan taken out by Lisa Marie Presley from Naussany Investments & Private Lending in 2018. The authenticity of the company and its documents have been questioned, leading to an investigation for fraud by the Tennessee Attorney General's office. Graceland, a significant piece of American history and major tourist attraction, has previously been targeted by identity thieves. 
Elvis Presley's Graceland Saved from Foreclosure: Daughter Riley Keough Accuses Lender of Fraud
Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024Elvis Presley's Graceland was saved from foreclosure after a lawsuit accused lending company Naussany Investments of fraudulent schemes. Daughter Riley Keough argued her mother never borrowed money and documents were forged, with the notary denying signing Lisa Marie Presley's deed of trust. Tennessee Attorney General investigated, leading to Naussany's withdrawal of claims and Graceland continuing operations. 
Elvis Presley's Graceland: Heir Riley Keough Sues Over Alleged Fraudulent Loan and Auction Attempt
Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024Graceland's future uncertain as Elvis Presley's granddaughter Riley Keough battles Naussany Investments & Private Lending LLC over alleged fraud and ownership claims. The company planned to auction the iconic mansion due to an alleged loan default by Lisa Marie Presley, who passed away in January 2023. Riley Keough's lawsuit alleges forgery of legal documents and fraudulent activities by the company, with the Tennessee court chancellor ruling that they withdraw all claims regarding Graceland. 
Graceland's Ownership Dispute: Court Halts Auction Amidst Alleged Forgery Claims by Naussany Investments
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024A legal dispute between Naussany Investments and Elvis Presley's family halted the auction of Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, on May 22, 2024. The company claimed Lisa Marie Presley had given them the deed to Graceland as collateral for a $3.8 million loan but was disputed by her daughter Riley Keough and ex-wife Priscilla Presley. The notary public involved denied notarizing any documents signed by Lisa Marie Presley, leading to fraud allegations. Elvis Presley's Graceland: A Legal Battle Over Ownership and Alleged Forgery of Lisa Marie Presley's Loan Documents
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024Elvis Presley's granddaughter, Riley Keough, and Naussany Investments & Private Lending LLC are embroiled in a legal dispute over the ownership of Graceland. The company claimed Lisa Marie Presley failed to repay a $3.8 million loan and planned to auction it off. However, Riley's team alleges fraudulent documents, with the notary involved denying involvement and claims of Naussany being a 'false entity'. Elvis Presley Enterprises also denies the foreclosure sale as fraudulent. The outcome could impact Elvis' legacy and family trust. 
Tribeca Film Festival 2023: Diane von Furstenberg Documentary Opens Event, Lineup Includes World Premieres and Documentaries
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 April 2024The Tribeca Film Festival, opening June 5-16 in New York City, unveils its lineup with the documentary 'Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge' and world premieres of 'Sacramento' and 'Winter Spring Summer Or Fall'. The festival also features documentaries on Casa Bonita restoration and Jazzy, as well as films about Linda Perry, Avicii, and Lily Gladstone. With 103 features from 114 filmmakers in 48 countries, the festival includes 86 world premieres and movies by first-time directors.