Producers for the Fox series “Empire” are removing Jussie Smollett’s character from the final episodes of the fifth season.
Fox released a statement Friday, saying the allegations against Smollett are disturbing and they are placing their trust in the legal system as the process plays out.
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“Smollett paid $3,500 to stage this attack and drag Chicago’s reputation through the mud in the process. And why? This stunt was orchestrated by Smollett, because he was dissatisfied with his salary so he concocted a story about being attacked.”
— Eddie Johnson, superintendent – Chicago Police Dept.
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