Month: March 2016

  • Judd Nelson Empire

    Judd Nelson Empire

    Judd Nelson’s Empire character, Billy Beretti, was last seen in the ‘Die But Once’ episode.  The unforgettable episode featured Jamal threatening to toss Beretti off the balcony in order to prove to Lucious that he possessed the monster required to run Empire.  This article will provide details Judd Nelson including his former roles, current age and his net worth.
    Judd Nelson Empire
    Judd Nelson does an amazing job as Billy Beretti. Empire’s Lucious Lyon finally meets his match once the CEO of Creedmoor Records is introduced.  While Lucious is unable to ultimately shut him down, Jamal successfully handles Billy Beretti. Empire’s former head man in charge threatened to kill Beretti to get his point across!
    Judd Nelson is an actor, screenwriter and producer, born in Portland, Maine in 1959.  In the 1980s, Nelson and numerous other actors and actresses, including Ally Sheedy, Emilio Estevez and Rob Lowe, were labeled as the “Brat Pack”.  Members of the pack were described as young and reckless, partying on a consistent basis!

    Judd Nelson Movies

    Judd Nelson’s movies never fail to impress.  The award-winning actor is best known for his roles as John Bender in The Breakfast Club, Nick Peretti in New Jack City and Alec Newbary in St. Elmo’s Fire. 
    The amazing actor’s first movie role was the 1984 film ‘Making the Grade’.  Nelson is known for playing bad guys, as seen by his character Billy Beretti.

    How old was Judd Nelson in The Breakfast Club?

    Many people ask: How old was Judd Nelson in The Breakfast Club?
    Judd Nelson’s age when The Breakfast Club was 25.
    Judd Nelson’s age at the time this article was written: 56
    Back in January, Nelson was spotted in an outfit that made him look a lot like his character John Bender in The Breakfast Club:
    Judd Nelson Net Worth
    How old was Judd Nelson in The Breakfast Club?

    Is Judd Nelson Married?

    So is Judd Nelson married? No, the talented actor is currently single.  Nelson previously dated Sheila Lussier, Tracy Dali, Shannen Doherty, Sharise Neil, Tabitha Stevens, Faye Resnick and Samantha Phillips.

    Judd Nelson Net Worth

    Judd Nelson’s net worth is currently $8 million.

  • This Personality Quiz Will Guess Your Sign Based on Your Taste In Men

    Skye Summers Jamal Lyon

  • Derek Luke Empire’s Malcolm DeVeaux

    Derek Luke Empire’s Malcolm Deveaux

    Derek Luke, Empire Entertainment’s former head of security, Malcolm DeVeaux, last appeared on Empire on the show’s ‘Die But Once’ episode.  Porsha accidentally told Lucious about Cookie and Malcolm’s relationship, leading DeVeaux to quit. 
    With less than a month remaining before Empire returns, lets reminisce about the former head of security that we all adored!
    Derek Luke Empire

    The following video shows Luke alongside Jamal Woolard being interviewed by Paul Byrne regarding the movie ‘Notorious’:

    Derek Luke’s Movies

    Derek Luke’s movies are always enjoyable.  Here are some of his top films:
    • Antwone Fisher
    • Biker Boyz
    • Pieces of April
    • Friday Night Lights
    • Spartan
    • Glory Road
    • Catch a Fire
    • Lions for Lambs
    • Definitely, Maybe
    • Miracle at St. Anna
    • Notorious
    • Madea Goes to Jail
    • Captain America: The First Avenger
    • Sparkle
    • Seeking a Friend for the End of the World
    • Baggage Claim
    • Supremacy
    • Self/less

    Derek Luke’s Wife

    Derek Luke married actress and singer, Sophia Adella Hernandez in 1998.


    Derek Luke’s wife is not black and last year Derek responded to trolls expressing their displeasure regarding the matter.  Luke posted the following via Instagram:
    Derek Luke Instagram

    Derek Luke’s Wedding

    Derek Luke’s wedding took place in 1998.  
    Derek Luke’s Wife Sophia Luke

    Derek Luke’s Kids

    Derek Luke’s kids have not received much media attention as the couple is very private.  Derek and Sophia welcomed their first child in 2007.  

    Derek Luke’s Net Worth

    Derek Luke’s net worth is currently $5 million.  

    How Old is Derek Luke?

    After seeing the award-winning actor on Empire many people asked: How old is Derek Luke?
    Derek Luke’s age: 41
    Derek Luke’s age is quite deceiving if you ask me! He looks stunning for his age!

  • Empire’s Amazing Team of Writers

    Empire creators, Lee Daniels and Danny Strong have a diverse team of writers responsible for crafting Cookie into everyone’s favorite diva and establishing Empire Entertainment as the world’s most infamous fictional record label.

    Empire Fox Writers

    The Empire TV show’s writing staff is made up of 12 talented creatives who continue to craft suspenseful storylines that keep us begging for more!

    Joshua Allen

    Joshua Allen is a writer from Chicago who previously wrote for the the CBS show Hostages.

    The following video shows Allen, alongside fellow writer Attica Locke, at the 2015 SAMHSA Voice Awards:

    Radha Blank

    Radha Blank is a performer and writer best known for ‘The Get Down’.

    The following clip shows Blank on Arise and Shine:

    Wendy Calhoun

    Wendy Calhoun is a writer and producer best known for ‘Nashville’ and ‘Justified’.
    In the following video Calhoun discusses Empire’s success, the show’s impact and what fans can expect for season 2:

    Ilene Chaiken

    Ilene Chaiken is Empire’s showrunner.  Chaiken is best know for ‘Black Box’ and ‘The L Word’.

    In the following clip, Chaiken offers advice to aspiring writers: 

    Ingrid Escajeda

    Ingrid Escajeda is a writer and producer best known for ‘Justified’ and ‘Better Off Ted’.
    In the following video Escajeda discusses her path to ‘Justified’ along with some surprising moments encountered on-set:

    Ayanna Floyd

    Ayanna Floyd is a writer and producer best known for ‘Hannibal’ and ‘Falling Skies’.
    In the following video Floyd discusses her reaction to Empire and the lack of diversity on television:

    Eric Haywood

    Eric Haywood is a writer and producer best known for ‘Private Practice’ and ‘Soul Food’.
    The following video shows Haywood discussing Episode 9 of Empire’s first season:

    JaNeika James

    JaNeika James is a writer and producer who previously worked at ABC Studios and in script development at VH1.
    In the following video James discusses the new Academy rules:

    JaSheika James

    JaSheika James is JaNeika’s twin sister.  JaSheika is best known for her work on the ABC show ‘Revenge’.
    In the following clip James shares her setbacks in Hollywood and the courage it took to transition from the show Revenge to Empire:

    Attica Locke

    Attica Locke is the author of ‘Black Water Rising’, which was nominated for a 2010 NAACP Image Award, a Los Angeles Times Book Prize and the book was also long-listed for an Orange Prize in the UK. 
    In the following video Locke discusses her novel, ‘The Cutting Season’ which was chosen as the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle selection for the week:

    Robert Munic

    Robert Munic is a writer and producer best known for ‘They Call Me Sirr’ and ‘The Cleaner’.
    In the following clip Munic discusses the way he which he took his career into his own hands in order to establish himself:

    Carlito Rodriguez

    Carlito Rodriguez is a writer who has contributed to numerous media outlets, including MTV and VH1.
    In the following clip Rodriguez discusses his career as a writer and his work on the HBO show ‘The Leftovers’:

    Jamie Rosengard

    Jamie Rosengard is the Empire TV show’s Writer’s Assistant.  Prior to Empire, Rosengard worked as Ilene Chaiken’s assistant on the ABC show Black Box.

    Rosengard is from Dix Hills, New York.  Her favorite Empire character to write for is Hakeem and her favorite show is Top of the Lake.

    Malcolm Spellman

    Malcolm Spellman is a writer and producer best known for The Sopranos and Our Family Wedding.
    The following clip shows Spellman discussing Empire’s effect on hip-hop culture and what it demonstrates about changes in Hollywood.

  • What’s Your Most Dominant Personality Trait?

    Cookie Lyon Empire

  • Which Empire Fox Song Was Actually Written About You?

    Jussie Smollett Empire

  • What do You think Cookie means? “We did what we had to do.”

    Cookie Camilla Spit

  • Can You Actually See The Colors? Empire Fox Color Blind Quiz

    Empire Color Quiz

    How did you do? Let us know in the comment section below.

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