'Empire' Writes Off Jussie Smollett's Character, Jamal Lyon

The transcript discusses the exit of Jussie Smollett's character, Jamal Lyon, from the show 'Empire' following a scandal involving the actor. The character's departure is addressed in the season premiere, with references to his move to London. The transcript also covers the legal issues Smollett faced, including accusations of filing a false police report and the subsequent investigation. The show's co-creator, Lee Daniels, mentions the impact of the scandal on the show's cancellation and hints at a potential spinoff. Smollett's legal team maintains his innocence, and the City of Chicago is pursuing a lawsuit for reimbursement of investigation costs.

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