-A banned source has confirmed that the Oscar winning actress will be joining the cast of Fox's hit show for the second season.
-Marisa will be playing the character of Mimi Whiteman, a billionaire venture capitalist who loves "hip hop music, social trends, high-end fashion and beautiful women". Her character will somehow become tied up with the Lyon family.
-The second season of Empire begins on September 23rd.
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I just want the show to explore Cookie's bisexual side, which they have hinted at before...