# All Charges Against Jussie Smollett Dropped. Er, updated tried and sentenced **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Created:** [March 26, 2019, 3:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562 "2019-03-26T15:28:52Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 11
**Author:** ![dropzone](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dropzone/32/7515_2.png) [@dropzone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dropzone)\ **Post date:** [February 11, 2020, 11:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/201 "2020-02-11T23:01:02Z")
This is just the break the Foxx campaign has not been looking for. ---
**Author:** ![Bijou\_Drains](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bijou_drains/32/2814_2.png) [@Bijou\_Drains](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bijou_Drains)\ **Post date:** [February 11, 2020, 11:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/202 "2020-02-11T23:04:41Z")
as Yogi Berra said, it ain’t over til its over. ---
**Author:** ![PastTense](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/pasttense/32/14550_2.png) [@PastTense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastTense)\ **Post date:** [February 11, 2020, 11:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/203 "2020-02-11T23:29:03Z")
So what’s Jussie doing for income now? ---
**Author:** ![Alley\_Dweller](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/alley_dweller/32/430_2.png) [@Alley\_Dweller](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alley_Dweller)\ **Post date:** [February 12, 2020, 4:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/204 "2020-02-12T04:52:22Z")
A copy of the new indictment is [in this article](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/jussie-smollett-accused-of-lying-to-cpd-indicted-on-6-counts-of-disorderly-conduct.amp). At first I thought this was an old article, but the date filed stamped on the indictment is Feb 11, 2020. ---
**Author:** ![Annie-Xmas](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ecc23a/32.png) [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\ **Post date:** [February 24, 2020, 2:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/205 "2020-02-24T14:47:40Z")
[Smollett](https://www.msn.com/en-us/tv/celebrity/jussie-smollett-to-make-1st-court-appearance-on-new-charges/ar-BB10jgAl?li=BBnbfcL) due back in court today to answer six charges, and he is expected to plead “Not Guilty.” Idiot. ---
**Author:** ![Elendil\_s\_Heir](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/7cd45c/32.png) [@Elendil\_s\_Heir](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elendil_s_Heir)\ **Post date:** [March 18, 2020, 1:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/206 "2020-03-18T01:40:23Z")
It’s become an issue in the Cook County State’s Attorney race: [Jussie Smollett case overshadows reelection bid of Chicago's top prosecutor | CNN](https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/17/us/chicago-kim-foxx-cook-county-states-attorney/index.html) ---
**Author:** ![Peanuthead](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/peanuthead/32/360_2.png) [@Peanuthead](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Peanuthead)\ **Post date:** [March 18, 2020, 4:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/207 "2020-03-18T04:08:32Z")
Kim Foxx has won the democratic primary election, which is pretty much a shoo-in for the Cook County general election in November. (she didn’t get my vote) ---
**Author:** ![Skywatcher](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/skywatcher/32/254_2.png) [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2020, 7:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/208 "2020-10-15T19:10:31Z")
Look who’s back in the news again. > **[Judge denies latest attempt to dismiss Jussie Smollett case](https://chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2020/10/14/21516449/judge-denies-latest-attempt-dismiss-jussie-smollett-charges)** > > It was the third time Judge James Linn denied a motion to drop the case since Smollett was indicted earlier this year for the second time for allegedly lying to police about being the victim of a racist and homophobic attack near his Streeterville... > [@PastTense](#): > > So what’s Jussie doing for income now? He’s kinda self-employed, producing & directing his own film. > **[Jussie Smollett Will Drop His First Movie As Director Following Hate-Crime...](https://celebrityinsider.org/jussie-smollett-will-drop-his-first-movie-as-director-following-hate-crime-scandal-446146/)** > > Jussie Smollett isn't the most celebrated actor these days, that much is for certain. Even though the entertainer has sullied his reputation in ---
**Author:** ![Skywatcher](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/skywatcher/32/254_2.png) [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Post date:** [October 6, 2021, 4:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/209 "2021-10-06T16:10:23Z")
Jury selection for felony disorderly conduct case starts in 8 weeks. > **[November Trial Date Set in Jussie Smollett Case](https://news.wttw.com/2021/10/05/november-trial-date-set-jussie-smollett-case)** > > Former “Empire” star Jussie Smollett will stand trial on felony disorderly conduct charges beginning Nov. 29, nearly three years after he allegedly orchestrated a hoax attack against himself outside his Streeterville apartment. ---
**Author:** ![puzzlegal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/puzzlegal/32/3827_2.png) [@puzzlegal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/puzzlegal)\ **Post date:** [October 6, 2021, 11:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/210 "2021-10-06T23:36:17Z")
I updated the thread title. I’m not delighted with what i went with, so if you think you have a better idea, drop me a DM and I’ll update it again. ---
**Author:** ![PastTense](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/pasttense/32/14550_2.png) [@PastTense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastTense)\ **Post date:** [November 30, 2021, 3:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/211 "2021-11-30T15:15:34Z")
Well the trial has started: > **[Jussie Smollett trial begins with prosecutor alleging a bogus hate crime and...](https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-jussie-smollett-trial-day-one-20211129-fcje73quwvf5pi354xzvv6plny-story.html)** > > After years of controversy and roller-coaster twists and turns, the trial of Jussie Smollett began Monday with prosecutors alleging the actor faked a hate crime that grabbed the nation’s attention and the defense calling that a “fantasy.” > **[Jussie Smollett: Actor hatched 'secret plan' for hate hoax](https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-59439796)** > > Jussie Smollett is accused of staging an attack on himself in 2019 as a publicity stunt, which he denies. > **[Jussie Smollett is back in court for his hate crime case. Here’s what you...](https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2021/11/30/jussie-smollett-hate-crime-trial/)** > > Jussie Smollett pleaded not guilty to six counts of disorderly conduct, including falsifying a police report, related to his alleged assault in January 2019. Predictions? I think he will be found guilty–but get a nothing punishment–a year or so of probation. ---
**Author:** ![BigT](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bigt/32/12044_2.png) [@BigT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BigT)\ **Post date:** [November 30, 2021, 10:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/212 "2021-11-30T22:49:44Z")
> [@puzzlegal](#): > > I updated the thread title. I’m not delighted with what i went with, so if you think you have a better idea, drop me a DM and I’ll update it again. Really? Because I was coming in to complement you on the title change. I like the spirit of it. ---
**Author:** ![GreysonCarlisle](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/a87d85/32.png) [@GreysonCarlisle](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GreysonCarlisle)\ **Post date:** [November 30, 2021, 11:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/213 "2021-11-30T23:22:13Z")
Yeah, that is the perfect thread title. ---
**Author:** ![Magiver](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/4491bb/32.png) [@Magiver](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Magiver)\ **Post date:** [December 7, 2021, 4:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/214 "2021-12-07T04:13:25Z")
> [@PastTense](#): > > Predictions? I think he will be found guilty–but get a nothing punishment–a year or so of probation. What’s your prediction of the damage to his career? I think it’s going to cost him much more than any court verdict. ---
**Author:** ![Two\_Many\_Cats2](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/779978/32.png) [@Two\_Many\_Cats2](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Two_Many_Cats2)\ **Post date:** [December 8, 2021, 1:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/215 "2021-12-08T13:54:49Z")
> [@Magiver](#): > > What’s your prediction of the damage to his career? I think it’s going to cost him much more than any court verdict. That’s the real perfect punishment. Say hello to obscurity, you spoiled attention seeking diva. ---
**Author:** ![Skywatcher](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/skywatcher/32/254_2.png) [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Post date:** [December 9, 2021, 3:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/216 "2021-12-09T15:16:20Z")
> [@Two\_Many\_Cats2](#): > > Say hello to obscurity, I read that in RIff Raff’s voice. 🕶 ---
**Author:** ![PastTense](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/pasttense/32/14550_2.png) [@PastTense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastTense)\ **Post date:** [December 9, 2021, 4:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/217 "2021-12-09T16:30:33Z")
> [@Magiver](#): > > What’s your prediction of the damage to his career? I think it’s going to cost him much more than any court verdict. He’s already moved up: instead of being a mere actor he’s now a director. > **[B-Boy Blues (2021) ⭐ 4.5 | Drama](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13268214/?ref_=nm_flmg_prd_1)** > > 1h 43m | TV-MA For some strange reason this movie hasn’t been discussed in Cafe Society. ---
**Author:** ![Skywatcher](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/skywatcher/32/254_2.png) [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Post date:** [December 9, 2021, 4:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/218 "2021-12-09T16:37:25Z")
> [@PastTense](#): > > He’s already moved up: instead of being a mere actor he’s now a director. [Which he’s also producing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-trial-begins-11-29-21/831562/208) so one can presume he hired himself. ---
**Author:** ![Loach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/loach/32/350_2.png) [@Loach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Loach)\ **Post date:** [December 9, 2021, 5:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/219 "2021-12-09T17:06:55Z")
> [@Skywatcher](#): > > > [@PastTense](#): > > > > He’s already moved up: instead of being a mere actor he’s now a director. > > [Which he’s also producing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-trial-begins-11-29-21/831562/208) so one can presume he hired himself. It looks like it made one film festival appearance and is still looking for a distributor. It looks like he got backing from an investor interested in bankrolling minority produced films. The author of the book is also named as a producer on the movie so that probably cleared up some rights issues. > **[Jussie Smollett Making Directorial Debut With Classic Novel ‘B-Boy Blues’](https://www.bet.com/article/nn5020/jussie-smollett-makes-directorial-debut-with-b-boy-blues)** > > The James Earl Hardy book was ahead of its time when it was released in 1994. ---
**Author:** ![PastTense](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/pasttense/32/14550_2.png) [@PastTense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastTense)\ **Post date:** [December 9, 2021, 8:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562/220 "2021-12-09T20:11:05Z")
And besides that movie: > Meanwhile, Smollett and Wilson, who created the company A Supermassive Movie in September 2020, have already shot their follow-up project to _B-Boy Blues_ in New York and Los Angeles. It’s an untitled series pilot that stars and is directed by Smollett. Regardless of the outcome of the trial in which the former child actor faces six counts of disorderly conduct for filing false police reports — with a sentence of up to three years if convicted — the pair plan to shop the small-screen project at the upcoming Sundance Film Festival. > **[Amid Legal Jeopardy, Jussie Smollett Is Shopping New Projects](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/jussie-smollett-is-shopping-new-projects-1235058783/)** > > Dropped by UTA and facing charges over allegedly staging a hate crime in January 2019, the actor-director has nevertheless found financing for a film and a proposed TV series. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562.md?page=10) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/all-charges-against-jussie-smollett-dropped-er-updated-tried-and-sentenced/831562.md?page=12)