Celebs Show Their Support After Jussie Smollett’s Homophobic Attack

It is 2019 but it seems a person’s sexual orientation is still is big issue. Jussie Smollett, popularly known for his role as Jamal Lyon on the hit TV series, Empire, was recently hospitalized after being attacked by two white men in Chicago (USA).

The attackers reportedly battered, poured bleach on the actor and also yelled racial and homophobic slurs towards him. One of the men allegedly wrapped a rope around Jussie’s neck during the attack.

The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on Monday night when Jussie Smollett
was reportedly exiting a Subway restaurant.

Many Hollywood stars and celebs have taken to social media to show support their and also call for justice for Jussie Smollett.

Lee Daniels, creator of Empire shared an emotional reaction to Smollett’s attack

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John Legend, Shonda Rhimes, Amanda Seales, Zendaya, Mindy Kaling and many other stars also sent out their love and support for Jussie Smollett

Sending love to Jussie and the Smollett family after this horrific attack. We support you and pray that you find peace and justice.

— John Legend (@johnlegend) January 29, 2019

Sending love, healing, and support to @jussiesmollett. We ALL have a responsibility to rise up against the ignorance and hate out there. If you know who did this, REPORT THEM TO THE POLICE. https://t.co/Q0PZdMeDtZ pic.twitter.com/XlkGbvUTIC

— shonda rhimes (@shondarhimes) January 29, 2019

I am disgusted and horrified to hear of the homophobic and racial attack on Jussie Smollett last night. Unfortunately, these hateful attacks happen way too often. We must call out and hold those accountable. Sending love to you, Jussie.

— Mindy Kaling (@mindykaling) January 29, 2019

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