"Empire" actor Jussie Smollett leaves Cook County jail following his release, Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019, in Chicago. Last Updated Thursday, March 14, 2019 11:30AM EDT
The 36-year-old actor's lawyer, Tina Glandian, entered the plea Thursday on Smollett's behalf after Judge Steven Watkins was assigned to oversee the case, including the trial. The next court date was scheduled for April 17.Prosecutors allege that the actor, who is black and gay, hired two friends to help stage an attack on him in downtown Chicago early on the morning of Jan. 29.
Smollett is expected to enter a plea later Wednesday before Watkins. He is charged with 16 counts of disorderly conduct. The actor appeared in court earlier this week when prosecutors and defence attorneys agreed to allow cameras during Thursday's hearing.
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Jussie Smollett indicted on 16 counts stemming from reported attackA grand jury in Chicago has indicted 'Empire' actor Jussie Smollett on 16 felony counts related to making a false report that he was attacked by two men in Chicago who shouted racial and homophobic slurs. I hope they make an example out of this guy and throw the book at him Good!
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