Jussie Smollett
Jussie Smollett is an actor and producer known for his role in Empire. He gained notoriety for making false reports and claiming to be a victim of a hate crime.
Movie Actor
June 21, 1983
Cancer
41
Santa Rosa, California, United States
Jussie Smollett, a renowned American actor, producer, and singer, gained fame for portraying Jamal Lyon in the successful TV show “Empire.” He has also starred in films like “The Mighty Ducks” and made his directorial debut with “B-Boy Blues,” based on James Earl Hardy’s novel. Although he has faced controversy and legal troubles, Smollett remains in the spotlight for his contributions to the entertainment world. Notably, in January 2019, he made headlines for falsely reporting and claiming to be the target of a hate crime.