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Report: Empire may recast Jussie Smollett's role


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Smollett's suspension for the final two episodes of the season after being charged with a felony may not spell the end of Jamal Lyon. According to Michael Ausiello, "among the options producers are considering is bringing in a new actor to take over the role in Season 6. Per an Empire insider, series co-creator Lee Daniels — who loosely based Jamal on himself — is said to be a strong proponent of the recast option." An Empire rep declined to comment on a potential recasting.

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But he's innocent, right?

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