Taraji P. Henson is developing a spinoff series centering around her Empire character Loretha “Cookie” Lyon at Fox, as part of a two-year-first look deal she signed with 20th Century Fox Television.

Details about the series haven’t been released yet, other than it “follows what’s next for Cookie,” and that it should be ordered to pilot. Henson will star and produce the untitled show.

Empire co-creator Danny Strong is writing the series alongside Stacy A. Littlejohn and Yolonda Lawrence, with Sanaa Hamri to direct.

Empire was created by Danny Strong and Lee Daniels, and it aired for six seasons before ending earlier this year. Henson and Daniels have been teasing a spinoff with Empire showrunner Brett Mahoney saying, “I don’t know what that is and I’m not a part of it, but I wouldn’t be surprised if someone was trying to work on something.” 

Henson’s portrayal of Cookie earned her three Emmy nominations and a Golden Globe in 2016.

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The last episode of Empire is expected to air on Fox on April 21st, but co-creator Lee Daniels is hoping they’ll be able to give our favorite hip-hop family a proper send-off once things return to normal and it’s safe to get the cast and the crew back together.

“I think there’s more to do with these characters, and I’m heartbroken we aren’t getting to shoot the finale we wanted – at least not yet. But you know what they say in television? Stay tuned! To the Empire!” said Lee in a statement.

Co-creator Danny Strong echoed his statement and expressed his hope that they’ll be able to give this series its proper conclusion one day by filming the ending they planned from the beginning, and that they all loved.

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Charlie Collier, CEO of Fox Entertainment, recently broke the news but sounded positive about the future. He promised an “epic” conclusion to this story, filled with “shocking surprises and jaw-dropping moments” that fans deserve.

“We’re excited to see the show go out with a bang and that’s really what we’ve been focused on and what’s been great with all these early season conversations. Lee Daniels and all the writers are really just focused on giving the crescendo it deserves,” said Collier during a press call.

Since its premiere in 2015, Empire received generally positive reviews and nominations for numerous prestigious accolades. Taraji P. Henson received critical acclaim for her portrayal of the family matriarch Cookie Lyon and ended up winning a Golden Globe for her performance.

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According to Billboard, Mario will portray Devon, a character described by the Fox “an earnest, up-and-coming R&B singer who supports his ailing sister.” Devon will find himself in the middle of a bidding war between Empire label and Lyon Family Management, with both companies desperate to sign him.

Although better known for his music career, this won’t be the first time Mario steps in front of cameras. He made his film debut back in 2006 when he played a DJ named Miles Darby in romantic dance movie Step Up. Mario then starred as a lead in 2007’s drama Freedom Writers and went on to appear in just two films since, with the last one coming in 2012. When it comes to television, he had a guest role on Love That Girl! in 2014.

Mario decided to make a comeback in the music world and is about to release his first album since 2009. The record, titled Dancing Shadows, represents his fifth studio effort.

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“Empire is as compelling, emotional and unpredictable as it ever was” said Fox entertainment president Michael Thorn in a statement. “We are so proud of our amazing cast, led by Terrence and Taraji, who deliver powerful performances week after week. We’d also like to thank our tremendous creative team — Lee, Danny, Brett, Ilene, Sanaa, Brian, and Francie — whose inspired storytelling continues to create the unforgettable, jaw-dropping OMG moments that have always been signature to Empire.”

Created by Lee Daniels and Danny Strong, Empire premiered in 2015 to strong ratings and positive reviews from the critics. The series revolves around a hip-hop and entertainment company and follows the drama that unfolds when the company’s founder has to choose his successor. It stars Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, Bryshere Y. Gray, Jussie Smollett, and Trai Byers among others.

The first season of the series had 17.33 million viewers on average, while the second season averaged 15.73 million. The third and fourth season saw a big decline in ratings, with the last episode, which aired on April 25, attracting only 5.34 million viewers. Despite all of this, Empire is still the networks second most watched television program among 18-49 demographic.

Besides Empire, Fox also renewed shows 911, The Gifted, The Orville and The Simpsons. The fate of Empire’s sister series Star is yet to be determined.

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“I’m happy in my personal life. Finally, it has happened to me!” said Henson when asked about her relationship.

The news about Henson and Hayden dating first surfaced in 2015, when they photographed holding hands on a beach.

Although the photo became viral, both Henson and Hayden kept their cool and didn’t make any public comments. While we got the confirmation now, don’t expect many more juicy details.

“It was all over The Shade Room anyway,” continued Henson. “You know, I’m not the type to blast my personal business, but you know, I think that it’s important for people to know that I’m happy. I’m very very happy. I just am. We’ve been together for two years. And no one would really know that because I don’t blast my info like that but I’m very happy.”

Taraji P. Henson started her acting career in 1997 with the TV show Smart Guy. She worked her way up, guest starring in numerous high profile TV shows like ER, Felicity, and CSI. She got her breakthrough on the Fox’ hip-hop TV show Empire. The role of Cookie Lyon brought her Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in Television Series Drama. She will star in the upcoming movies Acrimony and Proud Mary while also lending her voice to Yesss in Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2.

Kelvin Hayden spent his NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts, Atlanta Falcons, and Chicago Bears. He won a Super Bowl in 2007 as the member of the Colts.

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Taraji P. Henson is developing a spinoff series centering around her Empire character Loretha “Cookie” Lyon at Fox, as part of a two-year-first look deal she signed with 20th Century Fox Television.

Details about the series haven’t been released yet, other than it “follows what’s next for Cookie,” and that it should be ordered to pilot. Henson will star and produce the untitled show.

Empire co-creator Danny Strong is writing the series alongside Stacy A. Littlejohn and Yolonda Lawrence, with Sanaa Hamri to direct.

Empire was created by Danny Strong and Lee Daniels, and it aired for six seasons before ending earlier this year. Henson and Daniels have been teasing a spinoff with Empire showrunner Brett Mahoney saying, “I don’t know what that is and I’m not a part of it, but I wouldn’t be surprised if someone was trying to work on something.” 

Henson’s portrayal of Cookie earned her three Emmy nominations and a Golden Globe in 2016.

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The last episode of Empire is expected to air on Fox on April 21st, but co-creator Lee Daniels is hoping they’ll be able to give our favorite hip-hop family a proper send-off once things return to normal and it’s safe to get the cast and the crew back together.

“I think there’s more to do with these characters, and I’m heartbroken we aren’t getting to shoot the finale we wanted – at least not yet. But you know what they say in television? Stay tuned! To the Empire!” said Lee in a statement.

Co-creator Danny Strong echoed his statement and expressed his hope that they’ll be able to give this series its proper conclusion one day by filming the ending they planned from the beginning, and that they all loved.

The post “Empire” Ending Earlier Than Expected – But There Could Be More appeared first on EverydayKoala.

Charlie Collier, CEO of Fox Entertainment, recently broke the news but sounded positive about the future. He promised an “epic” conclusion to this story, filled with “shocking surprises and jaw-dropping moments” that fans deserve.

“We’re excited to see the show go out with a bang and that’s really what we’ve been focused on and what’s been great with all these early season conversations. Lee Daniels and all the writers are really just focused on giving the crescendo it deserves,” said Collier during a press call.

Since its premiere in 2015, Empire received generally positive reviews and nominations for numerous prestigious accolades. Taraji P. Henson received critical acclaim for her portrayal of the family matriarch Cookie Lyon and ended up winning a Golden Globe for her performance.

The post “Empire” to End After Season 6 appeared first on EverydayKoala.

According to Billboard, Mario will portray Devon, a character described by the Fox “an earnest, up-and-coming R&B singer who supports his ailing sister.” Devon will find himself in the middle of a bidding war between Empire label and Lyon Family Management, with both companies desperate to sign him.

Although better known for his music career, this won’t be the first time Mario steps in front of cameras. He made his film debut back in 2006 when he played a DJ named Miles Darby in romantic dance movie Step Up. Mario then starred as a lead in 2007’s drama Freedom Writers and went on to appear in just two films since, with the last one coming in 2012. When it comes to television, he had a guest role on Love That Girl! in 2014.

Mario decided to make a comeback in the music world and is about to release his first album since 2009. The record, titled Dancing Shadows, represents his fifth studio effort.

The post Singer Mario Joins the Cast of Empire appeared first on EverydayKoala.

“Empire is as compelling, emotional and unpredictable as it ever was” said Fox entertainment president Michael Thorn in a statement. “We are so proud of our amazing cast, led by Terrence and Taraji, who deliver powerful performances week after week. We’d also like to thank our tremendous creative team — Lee, Danny, Brett, Ilene, Sanaa, Brian, and Francie — whose inspired storytelling continues to create the unforgettable, jaw-dropping OMG moments that have always been signature to Empire.”

Created by Lee Daniels and Danny Strong, Empire premiered in 2015 to strong ratings and positive reviews from the critics. The series revolves around a hip-hop and entertainment company and follows the drama that unfolds when the company’s founder has to choose his successor. It stars Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, Bryshere Y. Gray, Jussie Smollett, and Trai Byers among others.

The first season of the series had 17.33 million viewers on average, while the second season averaged 15.73 million. The third and fourth season saw a big decline in ratings, with the last episode, which aired on April 25, attracting only 5.34 million viewers. Despite all of this, Empire is still the networks second most watched television program among 18-49 demographic.

Besides Empire, Fox also renewed shows 911, The Gifted, The Orville and The Simpsons. The fate of Empire’s sister series Star is yet to be determined.

The post Fox Renews Musical Drama “Empire” for Season 5 appeared first on EverydayKoala.

“I’m happy in my personal life. Finally, it has happened to me!” said Henson when asked about her relationship.

The news about Henson and Hayden dating first surfaced in 2015, when they photographed holding hands on a beach.

Although the photo became viral, both Henson and Hayden kept their cool and didn’t make any public comments. While we got the confirmation now, don’t expect many more juicy details.

“It was all over The Shade Room anyway,” continued Henson. “You know, I’m not the type to blast my personal business, but you know, I think that it’s important for people to know that I’m happy. I’m very very happy. I just am. We’ve been together for two years. And no one would really know that because I don’t blast my info like that but I’m very happy.”

Taraji P. Henson started her acting career in 1997 with the TV show Smart Guy. She worked her way up, guest starring in numerous high profile TV shows like ER, Felicity, and CSI. She got her breakthrough on the Fox’ hip-hop TV show Empire. The role of Cookie Lyon brought her Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in Television Series Drama. She will star in the upcoming movies Acrimony and Proud Mary while also lending her voice to Yesss in Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2.

Kelvin Hayden spent his NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts, Atlanta Falcons, and Chicago Bears. He won a Super Bowl in 2007 as the member of the Colts.

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