According to TMZ, the “Empire” alum has enrolled in a substance abuse outpatient program. He completed all requirements earlier this month.
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Sources told the publication that Smollett was fully committed to treatment, focusing on his physical and mental health.
Despite his legal problems, his career took off. According to TMZ’s sources, Jussie’s management is gearing up to release a new movie in addition to other projects.
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His reputation was damaged when two masked men allegedly attacked him, according to a PBS report. The actor claimed they continued to shout racist and homophobic slurs before tying a noose around his neck. After the investigation was completed, it was determined that Smollett personally directed the entire incident.
Legal officials revealed that the suspect paid two brothers, whom he met on the set of “Empire,” to appear on stage. PBS reported that the man told the men to shout “MAGA country” after former President Donald Trump’s campaign slogan.