For the Years Ended December 31,

2020

2019

2018

(In thousands)

Cash paid for interest (including capitalized interest)

$

778,448

$

900,125

$

921,238

Cash received for interest

5,945

40,795

15,037

Cash paid for income taxes

150,885

30,552

31,308

Capitalized interest (1)

924,644

980,299

1,012,177

Initial equity component of our 0% Convertible Notes due 2025, net of deferred taxes of $99,823

329,409

—

Master Transaction Agreement, net of deferred tax of $166,161 (2)

—

497,145

—

Employee benefits paid in Class A common stock

28,301

27,004

27,322

Vendor financing

74,895

—