Prosecutors in Chicago have dropped all criminal charges in the case against Empire star Jussie Smollett. Smollett appeared in court for an emergency hearing on Tuesday. He had been previously charged with disorderly conduct for allegedly staging an attack on himself. The case has been dismissed by the court and the files will be sealed from the public. Chicago P.D. said further questions need to go through the State’s Attorney’s Office.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 21: Empire actor Jussie Smollett leaves Cook County jail after posting bond on February 21, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois. Smollett has been accused with arranging a homophobic, racist attack against himself in an attempt to raise his profile because he was dissatisfied with his salary. (Photo by Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Images)