Justin Smollett better known as Jussie Smollett, is an American actor and singer. He began his career as a child actor in 1987 starring in commercials and films, including The Mighty Ducks (1992) and Rob Reiner's North (1994). In 2015, Smollett attracted international attention and received a highly positive critical reception for his portrayal of musician Jamal Lyon in the Fox drama series Empire (2015). Smollett has also appeared in Ridley Scott's science fiction film Alien: Covenant (2017) as Ricks and in Marshall (2017) as Langston Hughes.
New details about the Jussie Smollett case were revealed Thursday after he was charged with filing a false report. Jesse Weber, attorney and host on The Law & Crime Network, joins CBSN to discuss.. CBS News - Published
Here's the latest for Thursday February 21st: Jussie Smollett charged with falsely reporting attack; U.S. and Chinese officials meet on trade; Fighting continues in Yemen civil war; Disabled 4-year-old.. USATODAY.com - Published
'Empire' actor Jussie Smollett, accused of staging a racially-charged, homophobic attack, left a Chicago court after posting $100,000 bond, local media reported. Smollett, who is black and openly gay,..
In a move to get a raise at work, 'Empire' actor Jussie Smollett paid two brothers thousands of dollars to beat him in a staged racist and homophobic attack. Reuters reports Chicago Police..
SFGate reports a Cook County Circuit Court judge has set bail for 'Empire' actor Jussie Smollett at $100,000. He's also been required to surrender his passport. Smollett turned himself in to police at..
Assistant State’s Attorney Risa Lanier on Thursday provided a timeline of actor Jussie Smollett's whereabouts, text message and cell phone records, after Smollett, accused of staging a..
'Empire' actor Jussie Smollett took advantage of the pain and anger of racism to promote his career," Chicago Police Department Superintendent Eddie Johnson said, beginning the press conference with "I..
According to Business Insider, Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson broke away from talking about the arrest of "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett on Thursday morning, to chide media outlets for..
“Empire” star Jussie Smollett after he was arrested Thursday morning on a felony charge of filing a false police report. The arrest puts his career in a tailspin. It also forces the producers of..
Actor Jussie Smollett claimed to be the victim of a racist and homophobic attack because he was dissatisfied with his salary on the hip-hop TV drama "Empire," Chicago's police chief said on Thursday...
Chicago Police superintendent Eddie Johnson called out celebrities, news commentators and even presidential candidates on Thursday for their decision to amplify coverage of what he said was the..
Newer reports that actor Jussie Smollett has been arrested for filing a false police reports. The CPD reports that Smollett's motive was selfish. He staged the fake assault on himself so his series,..
“Empire” actor Jussie Smollett has been arrested and charged with felony disorderly conduct. ExtraTV reports the charges stem from Smollett allegedly filing a false police report. At the news..
Chicago Police laid out their case against Jussie Smollet at a press conference Thursday after his arrest. Business Insider reports that CPD said Smollett staged a homophobic attack as a "publicity..
Chicago police chief Eddie Johnson told reporters Thursday that actor Jussie Smollett claimed to be the victim of a racist and homophobic attack because he was dissatisfied with his salary on the..
Actor Jussie Smollett claimed to be the victim of a racist and homophobic attack because he was dissatisfied with his salary on the hip-hop TV drama “Empire,” Chicago’s police chief said on..
Broadcasting and Cable report that actor Jussie Smollett has been arrested by Chicago P.D. Smollett faces felony charges for allegedly falsifying police report. News of the arrest was announced by Tom..
Actor Jussie Smollett has been arrested and charged over giving a false police report over his alleged attack. The ‘Empire’ star’s charges carry a sentence of up to three years in prison.
Actor Jussie Smollett has been arrested on suspicion of filing a false report about it, Chicago police said Thursday. The "Empire" star was taken into custody around 5 a.m. CT, police said, ahead of a..
Los Angeles - Chicago police say Empire actor Jussie Smollett has turned himself in to face a charge of making a false police report when he said he was attacked in downtown Chicago by two men who..
Actor Jussie Smollett, who turned himself in on a felony count of filing a false police report, appeared in court Thursday afternoon, where a judge set his bond at $100,000 and ordered him to turn in.. CBS News - Published
"Empire" actor Jussie Smollett staged a racist and homophobic attack because he was unhappy about his salary and wanted to promote his career, Chicago's police superintendent said Thursday. The AP.. USATODAY.com - Published
Chicago police expressed anger at a press conference laying out the case against Jussie Smollett for allegedly staging a hate crime attack against himself. CBS News national correspondent Dean Reynolds.. CBS News - Published
Superintendent of Chicago Police, Eddie T. Johnson, describes how Jussie Smollett's false claims were a slap in the face to Chicago.
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"Empire" actor Jussie Smollett is facing charges for allegedly staging an attack on himself last month. CBS News national correspondent Dean Reynolds joins CBSN with the latest on the case. CBS News - Published
"Empire" actor turns self in to face charge; Lawyer likens R. Kelly to Beethoven to explain studio move; P!nk honored for outstanding contribution to music at the BRIT Awards. (Feb. 21)
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"Empire" actor turns self in to face charge; Lawyer likens R. Kelly to Beethoven to explain studio move; P!nk honored for outstanding contribution to music at the BRIT Awards. (Feb. 21)
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Here's the latest for Thursday February 21st: Jussie Smollett accused of falsely reporting attack; House Democrats preparing resolution to counter emergency declaration; Oakland, California teachers.. USATODAY.com - Published Also reported by •CBS News
Jussie Smollett was arrested overnight on a felony charge for allegedly faking a racist beating. Also, a U.S. Coast Guard lieutenant, a self-described white nationalist, is accused of being a domestic.. CBS News - Published
Bond hearing set after Jussie Smollett gets charged with disorderly conduct, Oakland teachers expected to strike and more things to start your Thursday.
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An attorney representing the brothers at the center of an investigation into the attack reported by Jussie Smollett said Wednesday that her clients "manned up" and testified in front of a grand jury... USATODAY.com - Published
Jussie Smollett has been charged for falsely reporting he was attacked in January. The Cook County, Illinois, state attorney has filed a felony disorderly conduct charge against the actor, not long.. CBS News - Published
Police in Chicago said Wednesday Jussie Smollett is now officially a suspect in a criminal investigation. He could face felony charges for filing a false report about an allegedly hate crime. Dean.. CBS News - Published
"Empire" actor and R&B singer Jussie Smollett told Chicago police last month that two men physically attacked him and yelled racial and homophobic slurs. The AP details some key moments in the story... USATODAY.com - Published
“Jussie Smollett continues to be a consummate professional on set and as we have previously stated, he is not being written out of the show," Fox said in a new statement on Wednesday.
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A source tells CBS News that a last-minute phone call might have kept the case against "Empire" star Jussie Smollett from going to a grand jury. The actor claims he was the victim of a racist and.. CBS News - Published
CBS News source says the last-minute call from "Empire" actor's lawyers apparently is what scuttled grand jury testimony from two brothers CBS News - Published
The Jussie Smollett mystery moved to a Chicago courthouse Tuesday. Two brothers who said the actor paid them to stage an attack are expected to testify in front of a grand jury, sourced said. Dean.. CBS News - Published
Investigators looking into the alleged hate crime against "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett are examining a threatening letter sent last month. A source told CBS Chicago, "When the letter didn't get.. CBS News - Published
No plan for Jussie Smollett to do follow-up police interview; Lisa Borders steps down as head of Time's Up organization; Reese Witherspoon and husband dance center court with Harlem Globetrotters... USATODAY.com - Published
After reports emerged that “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett may have played a role in his own attack - allegations denied by Smollett - Kenan Thompson, Roy Wood Jr. and Michael Moore weighed in at.. USATODAY.com - Published
Police in Chicago have more questions for actor Jussie Smollett after a dramatic turn in their investigation. Police said there has been a "shift" in the probe. Dean Reynolds reports. CBS News - Published
In light of the recent developments in the investigation into last month's attack on Jussie Smollett, celebrities are speaking out.
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Over the weekend, Chicago police said the "trajectory" of their investigation had shifted to include the possibility that the Jan. 29 attack on "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett was faked. Here's where.. USATODAY.com - Published
Chicago police seeking follow-up interview with Jussie Smollett; Vivienne Westwood brings politics to London catwalk; "Alita: Battle Angel" tops U.S. box office. (Feb. 17)
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Chicago police seeking follow-up interview with Jussie Smollett; Vivienne Westwood brings politics to London catwalk; "Alita: Battle Angel" tops U.S. box office. (Feb. 17)
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Chicago police want to re-interview "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett after getting new information about the alleged attack against him. Sources tell CBS News two brothers told police Smollett paid them.. CBS News - Published
Former Acting FBI Director Andrew McCabe's claims about President Trump, Russia, and the deputy attorney general bring cries of outrage and calls for testimony under oath. Also, actor Jussie Smollett.. CBS News - Published
Police say new evidence has "shifted" investigation of Jussie Smollett case; 76 percent decrease in arrests at southern border since 2000 CBS News - Published
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