Jussie Smollett

Exclusive: ‘Empire’ Star Jussie Smollett Hospitalized After Homophobic Hate Attack

Published: Tuesday 29th Jan 2019 by Sam

In a developing story, That Grape Juice has learned that ‘Empire’ star Jussie Smollett has been hospitalized in Chicago following a homophobic and racially charged attack.

Full story below…

Details are incoming, however it appears the horrendous incident was premeditated.

For, sources say Smollett first received this chilling threat through the post.

Sources add that the 35-year-old, who resides in Chicago while filming the hit FOX series, was later attacked around 2am this morning by two men in ski-masks. Both of whom placed a noose around his neck.

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He has since been taken to the Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment.

The Chicago Police Department are investigating.

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