Jussie Smollett Completes Rehab, Faces Uphill Battle for Career Comeback

After completing a five-month rehab program for substance abuse, Jussie Smollett now focuses on his legal battle and the promotion of his new film.

Jussie Smollett has completed a five-month outpatient rehab program for substance abuse, focusing on his health and consistent workouts.
The actor is currently awaiting the Illinois Supreme Court's decision on his appeal after a lower court upheld his conviction for staging a fake hate crime.
Smollett's legal team argues that a supposed deal with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office should have prevented his trial, a claim contested by the special prosecutor.
Despite his efforts towards rehabilitation and career revival, Smollett's name remains synonymous with hoaxes, complicating any potential comeback.
Hollywood's selective forgiveness poses an additional challenge for Smollett, whose career was primarily known for his role in 'Empire' before the controversy.