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Jurnee Smollett Breaks Her Silence On Jussie Smollett's Case
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Jurnee Smollett Breaks Her Silence On Jussie Smollett's Case

"I love my brother and I believe my brother,” she said.
By Keyaira Boone · Aug 6, 2020
Lee Daniels Says He's 'Heartbroken' He Can't Shoot 'Empire' Finale Due To COVID-19
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Lee Daniels Says He's 'Heartbroken' He Can't Shoot 'Empire' Finale Due To COVID-19

Daniels and Danny Strong are hopeful that they might see their vision for the series play out one day.
By Keyaira Boone · Apr 15, 2020
Jussie Smollett Charged Again For Hate Crime Hoax
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Jussie Smollett Charged Again For Hate Crime Hoax

Smollett is suing the special prosecutor who reopened the matter.
By Keyaira Boone · Feb 12, 2020
Fox CEO Says Jussie Smollett Will Not Return For Final Season Of 'Empire'
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Fox CEO Says Jussie Smollett Will Not Return For Final Season Of 'Empire'

The series was renewed for a sixth and final season earlier this year, but Smollett's involvement was initially unclear.
By Sydney Scott · Aug 8, 2019
Special Prosecutor To Investigate Handling Of Jussie Smollett Case
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Special Prosecutor To Investigate Handling Of Jussie Smollett Case

A Cook County judge said Smollett's case was handled with “unprecedented irregularities.”
By Paula Rogo · Jun 22, 2019
'Empire' Star Bryshere Gray Arrested In Chicago
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'Empire' Star Bryshere Gray Arrested In Chicago

Another actor from Fox's hit series is reportedly in hot water with Chicago PD.
By Essence · Jun 17, 2019
'Empire' Creator Lee Daniels Reveals He Stopped ‘Calling’ Jussie Smollett After Scandal
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'Empire' Creator Lee Daniels Reveals He Stopped ‘Calling’ Jussie Smollett After Scandal

Daniels also believes that the scandal played a "major" part in "Empire" being canceled.
By Paula Rogo · Jun 12, 2019
Hundreds Of New Documents Reveal Jussie Smollett's Alleged Relationship With Osundairo Brothers
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Hundreds Of New Documents Reveal Jussie Smollett's Alleged Relationship With Osundairo Brothers

Recently unsealed documents included phone records that allegedly detailed Smollett discussing drug transactions and the attack with the brothers.
By Sydney Scott · May 31, 2019
Here's What Was Revealed After Judge Unseals Records In Jussie Smollett Criminal Case
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Here's What Was Revealed After Judge Unseals Records In Jussie Smollett Criminal Case

Hint: Not Much.
By Sydney Scott · May 24, 2019
'Empire' Renewed For A Season 6 Without Jussie Smollett
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'Empire' Renewed For A Season 6 Without Jussie Smollett

Fox Entertainment and 20th Century Fox issued a joint statement, calling the decision for Smollett not to return “mutual.”
By Keyaira Boone · May 1, 2019
'Empire' Cast Pens Letter In Support Of Jussie Smollett, Wants Him To Return Next Season
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'Empire' Cast Pens Letter In Support Of Jussie Smollett, Wants Him To Return Next Season

"He is kind. He is compassionate. He is honest and above all he is filled with integrity," wrote Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, Gabourey Sidibe and other cast members. 
By Keyaira Boone · Apr 25, 2019
Exclusive: 'Empire' To Air First Black Gay Wedding On Network TV
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Exclusive: 'Empire' To Air First Black Gay Wedding On Network TV

Chaka Khan will even be lending her legendary vocals to extend best wishes to the happy couple on tonight's historic episode.
By Keyaira Boone · Apr 24, 2019
Brothers Sue Jussie Smollett’s Legal Team For Defamation
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Brothers Sue Jussie Smollett’s Legal Team For Defamation

The Osundairo brothers cry foul for alleged media smearing, and now they're seeking more than $75,000.
By Essence · Apr 23, 2019
‘What If Jussie Is Telling The Truth?’: Jussie Smollett's Brother Pens Op-Ed In Actor's Defense
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‘What If Jussie Is Telling The Truth?’: Jussie Smollett's Brother Pens Op-Ed In Actor's Defense

JoJo Smollett defended his brother's character in an essay.
By Paula Rogo · Apr 21, 2019
Jussie Smollett Is 'Going Through It,' Loni Love Says After Phone Call
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Jussie Smollett Is 'Going Through It,' Loni Love Says After Phone Call

The "Empire" actor called Love and told her he’d share his side of the story soon.
By Paula Rogo · Apr 17, 2019
Chicago Demands $130,000 From Jussie Smollett For Cost Of Investigation
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Chicago Demands $130,000 From Jussie Smollett For Cost Of Investigation

City officials have been vocal since charges were dropped against Smollett, with the city's mayor calling it "a whitewash of justice."
By Sydney Scott · Mar 29, 2019
Jussie Smollett's Lawyer Says They're 'Weighing Options' To Sue Following Dropped Charges
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Jussie Smollett's Lawyer Says They're 'Weighing Options' To Sue Following Dropped Charges

The “Empire” actor's 16 charges were suddenly dropped in a case that had caught national attention.
By Paula Rogo · Mar 27, 2019
Jussie Smollett: This Has Been 'One Of The Worst' Experiences Of My life
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Jussie Smollett: This Has Been 'One Of The Worst' Experiences Of My life

Charges against Smollett were dropped Tuesday morning after months of speculation over who attacked the actor in January.
By Sydney Scott · Mar 26, 2019
Jussie Smollett's Attorneys Say Charges Against 'Empire' Star Have Been Dropped
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Jussie Smollett's Attorneys Say Charges Against 'Empire' Star Have Been Dropped

The "Empire" star was charged with 16 felony accounts of disorderly conduct.
By Joi-Marie McKenzie · Mar 26, 2019

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