Cast of Empire

Terrence Howard plays Lucious Lyon, the ambitious and ruthless founder of Empire Entertainment.

Taraji P. Henson portrays Cookie Lyon, Lucious's ex-wife, known for her fierce personality and business acumen.

Bryshere Y. Gray appears as Hakeem Lyon, the youngest son of Lucious and Cookie, who is a talented and aspiring rapper.

Jussie Smollett plays Jamal Lyon, the middle son with a passion for music and a struggle for acceptance.

Trai Byers is Andre Lyon, the eldest son, whose business skills are essential to Empire Entertainment.

Malik Yoba portrays Vernon Turner, a close friend and confidant to Lucious and an executive at Empire.

Ta'Rhonda Jones plays Porsha, Cookie Lyon's assistant with a lively personality.

Grace Byers appears as Anika Gibbons, initially engaged to Lucious, with a strategic and competitive edge.

Serayah plays Tiana Brown, a rising pop singer who becomes romantically linked with Hakeem Lyon.

Gabourey Sidibe portrays Becky, an assistant to the music label, known for her loyalty and humor.

A.Z. Kelsey plays Jeff Kingsley, a character involved in the corporate aspects of Empire Entertainment.