The BEST episodes written by Jamie Rosengard
#1 - Rise by Sin
Empire (2015) - Season 2 - Episode 17
Hakeem feels the pressure of his underwhelming fiancé, Laura, as he struggles to find a place for her both in his family and his career. Cookie finally reveals to Jamal the truth behind what happened to Freda’s father, prompting Jamal to warn Freda of his family’s ulterior motives. Meanwhile, despite his frustration with the family, Jamal makes a sacrifice for Lucious from which it will be hard to recover.
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#2 - My Naked Villainy
Empire (2015) - Season 3 - Episode 13
Hakeem throws an epic 21st birthday party and live-streams it all on Empire Xstream. Meanwhile, suspicions surrounding Anika’s motives put the Lyons on high alert and the arrival of Giuliana gives Cookie a run for her money.
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#3 - The Unkindest Cut
Empire (2015) - Season 3 - Episode 8
Andre sabotages Tiana’s big appearance at a fashion event in an attempt to get Nessa into the spotlight. Meanwhile, Tariq works with Leah to try to bring down Lucious, and Jamal works with Philip to get over his PTSD.
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#4 - The Depth of Grief
Empire (2015) - Season 5 - Episode 5
Lucious and Cookie prep their new artist Devon for a premiere listening party, but worry he may not be ready for that kind of pressure. Hakeem is determined to convince Tiana that he’s matured, but she has a hard time letting go of everything they’ve struggled through the past couple years. Meanwhile, Cookie becomes concerned about Jamal.
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#5 - Sweet Sorrow
Empire (2015) - Season 4 - Episode 12
A Lyon health scare shakes up Empire, as Cookie holds down the fort, in spite of it all. Both Andre and Jamal try to right their wrongs, and Jamal makes a shocking revelation on live TV with Robin Roberts. Eager to take Empire to new heights, Eddie’s motives are questioned when numbers don’t add up. Meanwhile, Hakeem and Tiana find common ground and Becky reveals the secret she’s been keeping from J. Poppa.
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#6 - Cold Cold Man
Empire (2015) - Season 6 - Episode 10
Cookie becomes frustrated with Lucious, who is struggling to accept that their relationship is over. Upon being shut out of the ASA nominations, the women of Bossy choose Melody to take their performance slot at the ASAs, causing Tiana to question all of her decisions over the past few months. Meanwhile, Teri confronts Andre over his lies and elsewhere, an emotional confrontation ends with a bang.
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#7 - Bleeding War
Empire (2015) - Season 4 - Episode 4
The race is on when Cookie announces that the number one album for Empire’s 20-For-20 will be a competition between all of the label’s top artists, giving Jamal a bold idea for his newest song. On the heels of Bella’s first birthday, the family plans a special “Prince and Princesses”-themed birthday party, including a special Prince tribute, but the special day brings back haunting memories for one of the Lyons. Meanwhile, Lucious is at a crossroads, as he tries to put to rest the anger from his past life.
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#8 - Without All Remedy
Empire (2015) - Season 5 - Episode 14
After receiving news about Andre’s health, the Lyon family does everything in its power to support him, while continuing the tour. As Cookie and Lucious hash out their wrongdoings, Kai comforts Jamal through this process. Meanwhile, Maya comes to terms with where she stands with Blake and the others, and the rest of Empire must make sure the tour stays afloat.
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#9 - Tell the Truth
Empire (2015) - Season 6 - Episode 4
A happy family occasion brings the Lyon family back together, but it becomes apparent that no one seems to see eye-to-eye. Lucious, unhappy with how Empire and the Empire movie are progressing, springs into action and comes face-to-face with demons from his past. Meanwhile, Cookie reaches her breaking point and considers seeking help and Andre encourages Tiana to smooth over the controversy she created for the company.
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#10 - Keep Austin Weird
The Last Thing He Told Me - Season 1 - Episode 3
A clue to Owen’s past provides a lead. Jake and Jules start piecing together how much trouble the Michaels family is in.
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#11 - The Luxury in Self-Reproach
Truth Be Told (2019) - Season 3 - Episode 7
Eva bares her soul to Poppy. Markus spirals out of control. Poppy and Aames uncover more evidence about the suspect in custody.
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#13 - Her, Armed With Sorrow Sore
Truth Be Told (2019) - Season 3 - Episode 2
Poppy takes the investigation into her own hands and grapples with whether she can trust Eva.
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#14 - Ghosts at the Feast
Truth Be Told (2019) - Season 2 - Episode 2
As she looks into the deaths, Poppy uncovers a massive secret. Shreve reveals a medical diagnosis to his family.
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