Month: September 2015

  • Everything You Need to Know About ‘Empire’ Season 2

    Everything You Need to Know About ‘Empire’ Season 2
    If you haven’t been watching FOX’s insane new drama Empire, you’ve honestly been missing out on juicy family feuding, entertaining musical numbers, and some fabulous wardrobes. While the show may not provide an entirely accurate depiction of the music industry, it is certainly entertaining television. Season 2 of the surprise hit is coming up, so we’ve collected all of the casting news, revealed plot lines, and rumored guest appearances to get you geared up for more Lyon family drama. Lucious is behind bars, the brothers are battling their inner demons, and Queen Cookie has a new love interest. Subscribe to Complex for More: http://goo.gl/PJeLOl Check out more of Complex here: http://www.complex.com https://twitter.com/ComplexMag http://ift.tt/170NCA9 http://ift.tt/1frrzbu http://ift.tt/1esA6IK COMPLEX is a community of creators and curators, armed with the Internet, committed to surfacing and sharing the voices and conversations that define our new America. Our videos exemplify convergence culture, exploring topics that include music, sneakers, style, sports and pop culture through original shows and Complex News segments. Featuring your favorite celebrities, authoritative commentary, and a unique voice, our videos make culture pop. Everything You Need to Know About ‘Empire’ Season 2 from Complex.

  • EMPIRE | Unleash The Lyons | FOX

    EMPIRE | Unleash The Lyons | FOX
    Will Lucious return to his throne? Find out in the Season Premiere of, EMPIRE, WED SEPT 23 on FOX!

  • EMPIRE | He Ain’t No Cookie | FOX

    EMPIRE | He Ain’t No Cookie | FOX
    The Lyons will have their way with or without papa Lyon. EMPIRE Season Premiere WED SEPT 23 on FOX!

  • EMPIRE | FOX Presents The Live Premiere Event Of EMPIRE

    EMPIRE | FOX Presents The Live Premiere Event Of EMPIRE

    EMPIRE | FOX Presents The Live Premiere Event Of EMPIRE
    This Saturday FOX is streaming the live event of EMPIRE with special performances and interviews with the cast and creators, brought to you by Pepsi. Subscribe now for more Empire clips: ‪http://fox.tv/SubscribeEMPIRE See more of Empire on our official site: http://fox.tv/Empire Like Empire on Facebook: http://fox.tv/Empire_FB Follow Empire on Twitter: http://fox.tv/Empire_Twitter Follow Empire on Instagram: http://fox.tv/Empire_IG Follow Empire on Tumblr: http://fox.tv/Empire_Tumblr Like FOX on Facebook: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_FB Follow FOX on Twitter: http://fox.tv/FOXTV_Twitter Add FOX on Google+: http://fox.tv/FOXPlus From Academy Award nominee Lee Daniels (“Lee Daniels’ The Butler,” “Precious”) and Emmy Award winner Danny Strong (“Lee Daniels’ The Butler,” “Game Change”), comes EMPIRE, a sexy and powerful new drama about the head of a music empire whose three sons and ex-wife all battle for his throne. EMPIRE | FOX Presents The Live Premiere Event Of EMPIRE https://www.youtube.com/user/EMPIREonFOX

  • Who is Jussie Smollett?

    Who is Jussie Smollett?

    So who is Jussie Smollett? Jussie Smollett stars as Jamal Lyon on the TV series Empire.  The show wouldn’t be the same without him! He is the middle son and he now runs Empire Entertainment.

    Jussie Smollett Biography
    Jussie Smollett’s biography begins with his birth on June 21, 1983.  Smollett was born in Santa Rosa, California and has three brothers and two sisters.

    Jussie Smollett began his acting career in 1987.  Smollett played Terry Hall in the 1992 film The Mighty Ducks.  Next, Smollett played in Rob Reiner’s film North.  In 1994 Smollett also acted alongside all of his siblings, the Smollett’s played in the ABC show On Our Way.

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    Who is Jussie Smollett?

    Jussie Smollett will play in the new WGN series drama Underground alongside his sister Jurnee Smollett.  Jurnee has also played in Full House and Friday Night Lights.

    Jurnee Smollett
    Jurnee Smollett

    I would love to see Jurnee on an episode of Empire! Here’s a throwback picture of her on Full House:

    Jurnee Smollett
    Jurnee Smollett

    Jussie Smollett’s Ethnicity
    For those interested in Jussie Smollett’s ethnicity his mother is of African, Native American and Northern European descent.

    Jussie Smollett Mighty Ducks

    The following pic shows Jussie with his father:

    Jussie Smollett biography
    Jussie Smollett Biography

    Smollett lost his father, Joel Smollett to cancer on January 7, 2015, the day Empire premiered.

    Jussie Smollett’s heartfelt portrayal of Jamal Lyon has made us all fall in love with him!


    Jussie Smollett on Ellen
    Everyone loves Jussie Smollett! On Ellen the star of Empire explained, “There’s never been a closet that I’ve been in.”



    Is Jussie Smollett Married?
    Another common question about the head of Empire Entertainment: Is Jussie Sollett married? Rumors suggest that Smollett is in a relationship with actor Dustin Ross.


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    Is Jussie Smollett Married?
    When you’re as busy as Jussie you don’t have much time for a relationship.

    Who Is Jussie Smollett?
    Who Is Jussie Smollett?

    I Wanna Love You Jussie Smollett
    I Wanna Love You, Jussie Smollet’s sexy soul jam was written by Smollett himself: “I Wanna Love You is a soulful, MJ flavored groove.  It’s a song that I wrote myself so it’s the first time I got to showcase my own songwriting abilities on Empire.”

    Jamal Lyon Songs
    Our favorite Jamal Lyon songs are included in the following videos.  Jamal has been amazing us with his beautiful voice since season 1 of Empire:

    Many say “Good Enough” is the best Empire song of all time:

    In 2011 Jussie Smollett released an EP title The Poisoned Hearts Club.  One of our favorite tracks from the album was ‘Get Em Up’.

    Boo Boo Kitty’s! Empire will be back on September 27, 2017 at 8/7…We Can’t Wait!

  • Empire’s Terrence Howard Talent is Beyond Words

    Empire’s Terrence Howard Talent is Beyond Words

    Empire’s Terrence Howard talent is beyond words.  Alongside Taraji P. Henson, Howards leads the Empire TV series.  Terrence Howard is an actor that possesses the ability to fit into any role and any genre effortlessly.

    Who is Terrence Howard? Simply the best.  After such a grand statement it is important to provide an answer to the question: Who is Terrence Howard?  Howard is an amazing actor that has starred in over 80 films and television shows.  He is best known for his award-nominated performance in the film Hustle and Flow and his current role on the Empire TV series.  Terrence Howard has been focused on his craft since he was a teenager and he has mastered his craft, garnered a die-hard Empire audience and continues to work mightily from his ever-expanding base of experience.

    Where was Terrence Howard Born?
    When you experience Lucious’ screen presence it is natural to wonder: Where was Terrence Howard born?

    Terrence Howard was born in Chicago, Illinois on March 11, 1969.

    How old is Terrence Howard? Terrence Howard is 46 years old.

    Movies with Terrence Howard
    Our favorite movies with Terrence Howard include: Hustle & Flow, The Best Man Crash and Ray.  Here is a complete list of Terrence Howard’s movies:

    Best Terrence Howard Movies


    Empire with Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson and Gabourey Sidibe, premieres September 23, 2015.

    Empire Terrence Howard
    Empire Terrence Howard

    The Empire Soundtrack 

    There is no doubt about it the Empire soundtrack will be on point again this season.  Fox released two new songs from season two, including one co-written by Pitbull and Ne-Yo.
    Empire: Terrence Howard Songs
    One thing we definitely want to see more of in the second season of Empire: Terrence Howard songs! They were one of the most enjoyable elements of the TV series. The Empire Entertainment heir, Jamal Lyon performed some unforgettable songs alongside Lucious in the first season:

    The following video shows Terrence and Taraji on Lip Sync Battle:

    The Taraji P. Henson, Terrence Howard takeover will begin its second chapter with Empire’s premiere on September 23, 2015.  The Empire stars will present at the 2015 Emmy Awards.  The Taraji P. Henson Terrence Howard tandem is unstoppable!

    Boo Boo Kitty! Empire’s Taraji P. Henson promote Empire with Terrence Howard in the absolute most unique ways we have ever seen.  Taraji and Terrence have undeniable chemistry.  We began to notice it in Hustle & Flow, enjoyed it when they hosted the Soul Train Awards and continue to adore it on the TV series Empire.
    Despite the rumor, Taraji and Terrence have never dated.  Henson explains, “I just knew it had to be him.  When I read the scrip, I was like, ‘This is that deep love that you can’t explain, that you just see, and Terrence and I have that for each other.”  Howard says that him and Taraji are like father and daughter.  Taraji works hard, she isn’t one of those actresses attempting to sleep her way to the top!
    From one of the most successful TV series of all time to Academy Award winning movies: With Terrence Howard and Taraji P. Henson as Lucious and Cookie we will certainly be watching the drama surrounding the Empire Entertainment record label for years to come!

    Taraji P. Henson Terrence Howard
    Taraji P. Henson Terrence Howard

    Empire with Terrence Howard
    Empire with Terrence Howard

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    Where was Terrence Howard Born?

    Terrence Howard Taraji P. Henson
    Terrence Howard Taraji P. Henson

    Terrence Howard Oscar Situation
    Terrence Howard’s Oscar speech was confusing so the actor provided his explanation of what happened on The Tonight Show:

    Just a few weeks until the return of our favorite TV series. Empire’s cast will include Howard, Henson along with the following:

    • Andre Lyon played by Trai Byers
    • Jamal Lyon played by Jussie Smollett
    • Hakeem Lyon played by Bryshere Y. Gray
    • Anika Calhoun played by Grace Gealey
    • Rhonda Lyon played by Kaitlin Doubleday

    Ta’Rhonda Jones, Gabourey Sidibe and Serayah McNeill will play Porsha Taylor, Becky Williams and Tiana Brown.  Lenny Kravitz, Alicia Keys, Chris Rock and more will guest star as themselves.

    14 million viewers watched the Empire pilot during its first week.  No television series in the history of the Nielsen system has shown ratings growth for more than four consecutive weeks after its premiere yet Empire managed to grow its audience with each one of its 11 hours following its January 7 premiere.  Empire fans hope Terrence Howard focuses on the amazing series and forgets about making movies. With Terrence Howard as Lucious Lyon, a former drug dealer turned hip hop mogul, the second season of Empire should be just as amazing as the first.

    What happens when you describe the push and pull struggles of music, family and power through a TV series? Empire’s cast will unveil that answer in a few short weeks!

    What would we do without Lucious and the  Empire TV series. The Empire Entertainment leader was arrested for allegedly killing Bunkie.

    Fox’s hit series Empire with Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson and Gabourey Sidibe will return for a second season and we can’t wait!

    The TV series Empire Season 2 will premiere on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 8/7c on Fox.

  • How old is Hakeem from Empire?

    How old is Hakeem from Empire?

    Many wondered: How old is Hakeem from Empire? Songs that enjoyed mainstream success…His ability to keep up with Empire’s star-studded cast.  He must have 20 years of experience!?  Hakeem off of Empire is 22 years old, born on November 28, 1993.

    How old is Hakeem from Empire
    How old is Hakeem from Empire?

    The next question those who are unfamiliar with Hakeem off of Empire ask is: Who played Hakeem on Empire? Hakeem Lyon, Empire Entertainment’s fountain of youth, is played by Bryshere Gray. Empire is far from the actor’s first time creating and performing music.

    Bryshere Gray, Empire’s Prince was born in raised in Philadelphia, just like Empire’s producer Lee Daniels.   Empire’s Boo Boo Kitty, Anika Calhoun was born in the Cayman Island yet she grew up in Philadelphia.

    Boo Boo Kitty, Empire’s iconic catchphrase that Cookie stamped and approved, has been trending lately as the September 23 premiere of the show’s second season will be here before we know it.  No one can forget the Hakeem and Empire’s Boo Boo Kitty’s relations during season one.  This is yet another reason we are finding it difficult to wait for season two as the show’s jaw-dropping moments never-ended throughout its initial season.

    Gray makes it clear that in reality, he is not the privileged Hakeem. Empire actor and rapper, Bryshere Gray began rapping after he suffered a football injury in high school.

    There is no stopping HakeemFrom Empire songs that competed with major artists to completely mastering his role on the record breaking television show.

    How Old Is Bryshere Y. Gray?
    How Old Is Bryshere Y. Gray?
    Songs
    Some of the most memorable moments from the first season of the Empire TV show were thanks to Hakeem’s Empire songs.  One of our favorite Hakeem songs was Drip Drop! Another one of Hakeem’s songs that we enjoyed was Keep It Movin’.

    Dear Fox,
    Reminder for the second season of Empire: Hakeem Songs! The most amazing aspect of the show’s success was that Empire’s album and singles were competing with and outperforming the music industry’s most successful artists.

    We love EmpireHakeem’s songs played a major role in the success of the first season’s amazing music.  My friends and I would not hesitate to purchase tickets to a Hakeem Lyon concert (hint, hint).  Thank you Fox, and please do not forget our request for the second season of Empire! Hakeem songs PLEASE!

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    Who played Hakeem on Empire?
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    How old is Hakeem from Empire?
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    Empire Drip Drop
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    Hakeem Empire Songs
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    Hakeem Empire Actor
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    Hakeem Lyon Empire
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    Hakeem off of Empire
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    Bryshere Gray Empire
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    Hakeem Empire Songs
    Empire’s Hakeem and Jamal Lyon proved their ability to create studio hits yet Lola tested them in the above video and the Lyon brothers passed, delivering a classic bedtime song on the spot!
    There is nothing more enjoyable than watching Empire’s Hakeem and Jamal Lyon collaborate to create amazing music.  When the brothers joined forces to make music it reminds us that there are an endless amount of possibilities in our lives.