Jussie Smollett Enters Rehab Facility After Challenging Years

Story By Joe Frank

Oct 19 2023

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Jussie Smollett, the former 'Empire' star, is entering an outpatient rehab facility to work on getting his life back on track.

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Smollett's representative issued a statement praising him for taking necessary steps to address his challenges.

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The statement didn't specify the reason for his rehab but highlighted his ongoing efforts.

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During Smollett's trial of Jan. 2019 incident, it was alleged that the Osundairo brothers provided him with illegal substances.

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In March 2022, Smollett was sentenced to jail and probation for orchestrating a hate crime hoax and filing a false police report.

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Smollett had claimed that he was attacked by two masked men who yelled racist and homophobic slurs.

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His role as Jamal Lyon on the TV series 'Empire' was dropped amid the controversy.

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Throughout the trial, Smollett maintained his innocence and expressed concerns about his well-being.

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The actor made a public appearance at a screening of his directorial debut in November 2021.

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