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‘Empire’ Star Taraji P. Henson Says Jussie Smollett Fallout ‘Hurt Because It Was Family’
The Oscar-nominated star opens up about the scandal’s toll on the 'Empire' cast, why she stood by Smollett, and how the fallout still lingers today.
Lucki Sued By Empire After Releasing Song Via UnitedMasters
Empire claims the rapper and his lawyer used deceptive methods to get out of a contract.
Jussie Smollett Is the Subject of a Netflix Documentary About His Case Featuring ‘New Evidence’
'The Truth About Jussie Smollett?' will premiere on August 22.
Ex-‘Empire’ Actor Bryshere Gray Hit With Assault and Battery After Alleged Fight With Associate
Gray, who played Hakeem Lyon on 'Empire,' is currently facing assault and battery charges following an alleged altercation with an associate in Chesapeake, Virginia.
Mansion Featured on 'Empire' Sold for $6.5 Million After 12 Years on Market
The home sold for 41 percent less than the original asking price.
Jussie Smollett Hate Crime Hoax Conviction Overturned
In a statement, Special Prosecutor Dan K. Webb said his office was “disappointed” by the decision.
Jussie Smollett Reflects on Lee Daniels Saying Their Friendship Is 'Complicated': 'I Love Lee'
The actor said he would rather keep his friendship with Daniels private than discuss it in public.
Lee Daniels Says Working on ‘Empire’ Was ‘Horrible’ and ‘Absolutely the Worst Experience’
Daniels adds he got paid well enough to put his kids through college.
50 Cent Co-Signs Taraji P. Henson's Decision to Fire Entire Team for Failing to Capitalize on 'Empire' Success
Henson recently admitted she fired her team because they didn't capitalize on the popularity of her 'Empire' character.
Terrence Howard Sues CAA Over 'Lowball' 'Empire' Salary: 'I Believed That I Was Going to Get Paid'
The actor announced a lawsuit against the talent agency over claims that they pushed a 'lowball' salary to the actor to maximize their own profits.
Jussie Smollett Could Be Facing Return to Jail After Disorderly Conduct Conviction Upheld in Court
In an interview with Sway in June of last year, Smollett maintained his innocence.
Jussie Smollett Case: Men Allegedly Hired by Actor in Hate Crime Hoax Return to Scene in New Documentary
The years-long controversy continues this month with both an appeal effort from the actor and a new documentary featuring the men allegedly hired in the hoax.
Terrence Howard Reveals He's Retiring: 'This Is the End for Me'
Howard confirmed his decision during a red carpet event for 'The Best Man: The Final Chapters,' saying, "I’ve given the very best that I have as an actor."
Former 'Empire' Actor Bryshere Gray Arrested for Allegedly Physically Abusing Woman
Former 'Empire' actor Bryshere Gray, who portrayed Hakeem Lyon in the series, has been arrested after he allegedly physically abused a woman.
James Cameron on Why He May Not Direct Final ‘Avatar’ Films
Despite spending a significant amount of his career building the 'Avatar' universe, James Cameron says he might bow out of directing the saga’s final films.
Jussie Smollett Maintains Innocence: ‘If I Had Done This, I’d Be a Piece of Sh*t’
In a lengthy new interview on 'Sway in the Morning,' Jussie Smollett maintains his innocence while reflecting on the controversy and what's next.
A Timeline of Jussie Smollett's Case
From that awful hate letter and turning himself into Chicago PD to his trial and sentencing, here’s a timeline of former 'Empire' star Jussie Smollett’s ordeal.
Taraji P. Henson Calls for Jussie Smollett’s Release From Jail, Invokes Emmett Till Injustice
Taraji P. Henson is offering a public show of support for her former 'Empire' co-star Jussie Smollett, who this weekend began a 150-day sentence.