This March 26, 2019 file photo shows actor Jussie Smollett before leaving Cook County Court after his charges were dropped in Chicago. Fox Entertainment says Smollett will not return to its series 'Empire' in the wake of allegations by Chicago officials that the actor lied about a racially motivated attack. Photo: AP
Fox Entertainment said on April 30 that Jussie Smollett will not return to his series Empire next season in the wake of allegations by Chicago officials the actor lied about a racially motivated attack.
"By mutual agreement, the studio has negotiated an extension to Jussie Smollett's option for season six, but at this time there are no plans for the character of Jamal to return to Empire," the studio said in a statement that gave no reasoning was given for the decision.
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