Jussie Smollett Sentenced to Jail Time
Former "Empire" Actor Faces Probation
150 Days Behind Bars and 30 Months of Felony Probation
Jussie Smollett, the former "Empire" actor, was sentenced to jail time on Thursday. The sentence includes 150 days in jail and 30 months of felony probation. Smollett will be required to serve the jail time immediately. According to reports, the actor is expected to appeal the verdict.
Smollett was found guilty in December of lying to police about an alleged hate crime. He claimed he was the victim of an attack in 2019, but prosecutors argued that he staged the incident to gain sympathy and publicity.
The sentencing comes after a lengthy trial that garnered significant media attention. Smollett's case has raised questions about the intersection of race, sexuality, and the justice system.
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