• 'Empire' Cast Member Trai Byers Clears Up Rumors About Leaving the Show

    Despite the recent rumors claiming that FOX's Empire cast member Trai Byers was considering leaving the show after reportedly growing disappointed with his character and the show's direction, the actor himself wants fans to know the truth and decided to finally set the record straight, clearing up all of the rumors on Instagram.
  • Jussie Smollet Opens Up About His Sexuality, "I'm A Gay Man With an Extremely Open Heart"

    Empire's star, Jussie Smollett, has decided to open up and answer questions about his sexuality. In a recent interview, he explained how for him, being gay is not so black and white and shouldn't require those who have found love to put a label on themselves. But, if he had to, he would simply describe himself as "a gay man with an extrememely open heart."
  • Timbaland Will Partner With La La Anthony for Real Life 'Empire' Hip-Hop Docuseries

    Fox hit show 'Empire' may have some competition around the corner from Timbaland and La La Anthony. The two are set to partner with Leftfield Entertainment for a real life hip-hop docuseries in the vein of Empire. Anthony will be named executive producer with CEO David George, Will Nothacker and Derek Gordon of Leftfield Entertainment, while Timbaland will be executive producer of music on the show.
  • 'Empire' Co-Creator Danny Strong Denies Mariah Carey, Oprah Cameos and Talks Season 3

    Fox's surprise hit Empire has already featured some industry heavy-hitters in its two seasons including Chris Rock, Alicia Keys and Marisa Tomei. Rumors have been flying that Oprah Winfrey and Mariah Carey will also be making appearances, but unfortunately for fans of the show, co-creator Danny Strong has denied these in an interview at the Fox's winter press tour party, but did talk season 3 of the hit show.
  • Kathleen Hanna, Milla Jovovich and Others Take on Paid Family Leave in Risque PSA [WATCH]

    Kathleen Hanna of Bikini Kill and Le Tigre, Jemima Kirke of Girls, Milla Jovovich, Maggie Gyllenhaal and a number of other celebrity artists, bloggers and activists assert that they will do anything for nationally guaranteed paid family leave--even "blow the entire Senate"--in a PSA released just before the holidays by the advocacy group American Women. The video produced by Sarah Sophie Flicker encourages women and men alike to raise their voices and demand US politicians pass comprehensive legislation addressing this issue.
  • ‘Empire’ Stars Jussie Smollett, Taraji P Henson & Bryshere Gray Do USO Tour

    For some very lucky servicemen and women, Christmas came early this year for them and their families. USO and Twentieth Century FOX got together to send Empire castmembers Taraji P. Henson, Jussie Smollett and Bryshere Gray to Japan to visit the many troops stationed there. The three coworkers (and friends) chatted with hundreds of airmen and sailors, as well as their families, while touring the country. They also hosted free giveaways, an Empire Q & A and two parties open to those who serve and their entire families. As a cherry on top, the troops and their families were also treated to a concert featuring Smollett and Gray.
  • Kelly Rowland Gushes Over Baby Boy Titan on ‘The Real’

    There's nothing like a mother's love. Ex-Destiny's Child member Kelly Rowland made us all go, "Awww," when she visited talk show The Real and spilled the latest about her little boy, Titan, who just turned 1 last month. She and her husband Tim Witherspoon seem to already have their hands full as Rowland describes a rambunctious toddler who is already living up to his name.
  • Transgender Model Amiyah Scott Lands 'Empire' Spin-off Role: Talks Transitioning as a Teen

    Amiyah Scott was among the many rumored names mentioned set to take a spot with the season 8 cast of Bravo's 'Real Housewives of Atlanta', as the first transgender woman to join the franchise. Although the rumors proved to be false and she did not make it onto the reality series a a full cast member, she has however, landed herself a role on the spin-off of another hit tv show, 'Empire'. During a recent phone interview she spoke about the many opportunities that have come her way since making the decision as a teen to transition from a young boy to a young lady.
  • 'Empire' Recap Season 2, Episode 10: Camilla Returns, Anika Does the Unthinkable

    Talk about a cliff hanger. On the winter finale of Empire, fittingly titled "Et Tu, Brute?,” things took a shocking turn for the Lyon clan. Lucious and his family were blindsided by betrayal and double-dealing. Camilla, played by Naomi Campbell, made her return in a surprising way and Hakeemsolidified his resentment towards his father. Elsewhere, Anika does the unthinkable.
  • ‘Empire’ 5 Best Moments of Episode 9: Jamal Bonds with Alicia Keys, Cookie Searches for Sister

    As season 2 of 'Empire' approaches its midseason finale, the Lyon clan faces several unexpected plot twists as Cookie searched for her missing sister while Jamal connected with a new artist played by Alicia Keys. During episode 9 (“Sinned Against”), Laz gets exposed, one of Cookie’s sisters threatens to reveal a secret and Lucious tries to get Hakeem back on 'Empire.' We've recapped five of the best moments from the episode.
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