'Empire' Writes Off Jussie Smollett's Character, Jamal Lyon

'Empire' Writes Off Jussie Smollett's Character, Jamal Lyon

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The transcript discusses the exit of Jussie Smollett's character, Jamal Lyon, from the show 'Empire' following a scandal involving the actor. The character's departure is addressed in the season premiere, with references to his move to London. The transcript also covers the legal issues Smollett faced, including accusations of filing a false police report and the subsequent investigation. The show's co-creator, Lee Daniels, mentions the impact of the scandal on the show's cancellation and hints at a potential spinoff. Smollett's legal team maintains his innocence, and the City of Chicago is pursuing a lawsuit for reimbursement of investigation costs.

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What was the reason for Jussie Smollett's character being written off the show?

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How did Terrence Howard describe the impact of Smollett's departure on the show?

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What scandal was Jussie Smollett involved in earlier this year?

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What did Lee Daniels say about the effect of Smollett's scandal on the show's cancellation?

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What legal issues is Jussie Smollett currently facing?

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