Jussie Smollett hinted he's leaving Empire for good

Empire actor Jussie Smollett hinted at his departure via Twitter after his character was shot and rushed into surgery in Wednesday’s episode of Fox’s hit music drama.


“I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time w/ @EmpireFOX. I love you all. Truth. Time 2 make a record & some movies. #Empire,” he wrote, ending the tweet with a rose emoji.