This is a milestone for Jussie Smollett — he is accomplished a rehab stint for substance abuse.
Sources near Jussie inform TMZ … earlier this month, the previous “Empire” star completed a 5-month outpatient program.
We’re informed Jussie put within the work, specializing in his well being and being constant along with his exercises throughout his time in rehab.
Keep in mind … Jussie’s substance abuse got here up often throughout his prison trial in Chicago, which continues to be hanging over his head as he continues to fight his conviction and jail sentence.
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On the intense aspect, our sources say Jussie’s new administration crew is difficult at work gearing him up for the upcoming launch of his new movie and different initiatives.
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As we reported, Jussie checked himself into an outpatient therapy facility again in October, and through his rehab stint, we saw him reading Matthew Perry‘s memoir … which, in fact, detailed the late actor’s personal struggles with dependancy.
Jussie continues making an attempt to push ahead by means of the previous a number of years of adversity. Finishing rehab was one hurdle, and the subsequent large one will probably be his authorized battle.
As we reported, he is ready to see if the Illinois Supreme Court docket will weigh in on whether or not his conviction — and subsequent 150-day sentence — ought to stand.
