If it is proven that this was all hoax that was orchestrated by Jussie Smollet he will probably be fired and written off the show somehow.
For now, according to TMZ, they are just cutting his scenes.
Jussie Smollett’s “Empire” screen time is getting slashed in the wake of a growing sentiment that he staged the so-called “attack.”
Production sources tell TMZ … Jussie was supposed to have 9 scenes and a big musical number in the second to the last episode — which is being shot now — but, 5 of his scenes have been cut, and his musical number has been 86’d.
As for the remaining 4 scenes … we’re told he’s no longer the focus. The scene features an ensemble, meaning he’s flanked by a number of cast members.
It has been all quiet since reports have come out that Smollett might have paid for his own attack. The people who were supporting him have backed off.
Flip the page for news video of how he allegedly faked the attack.