Whether it's a teen idol or a celebrated pop star, these stars have ruined their reputations with their involvements in shockingly disgraceful scandals.
- Apr 7, 2019
AceShowbiz - Jussie Smollett is no saint to begin with. But people barely knew his history of petty crimes including DUI and misdemeanor for providing a false name during the DUI stop in 2007. Years later, he is widely known for his role as Jamal Lyon on FOX's groundbreaking drama series "Empire", but the 36-year-old singer/actor brought the downfall of his own career when he allegedly faked an attack in January of this year. Initially treated as a victim, he was later named a suspect with police accusing him of paying two Nigerian brothers to stage the attack.
With several leaked evidences hinting at him as the mastermind of the fake attack, he was indicted on 16 felony counts of "false report of offense" on March 8. The 36-year-old actor was subsequently removed from the final episodes of "Empire" season 5 while awaiting trial. Much to everyone's surprise though, all charges against Smollett were dropped on March 26, prompting strong reactions from Chicago police chief Eddie Johnson and Mayor Rahm Emanuel who were convinced that Smollett was guilty. The unusual situation surrounding the dismissal led to FBI investigating why the Cook County State's Attorney made such decision.
