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Jussie Smollett to face judge on felony charges

Thursday, February 21, 2019
Jussie Smollett to face judge on felony charges
"Empire" actor Jussie Smollett surrendered to authorities Thursday morning after he was charged with one count of felony disorderly conduct for filing a false police report.
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