BREAKING: Lawyers for Jussie Smollett decry claims that he "played a role in his own attack" Defense team add that "nothing is further from the truth and anyone claiming otherwise is lying." READ IT ALL HERE ON @DEADLINE https://t.co/dnHHslaKFZ

— Dominic Patten (@DeadlineDominic) February 17, 2019

Jussie Smollett's lawyers have released a statement:

"As a victim of a hate crime who has cooperated with the police investigation, Jussie Smollett is angered and devastated by recent reports that the perpetrators are individuals he is familiar with. He has now been further victimized by claims attributed to these alleged perpetrators that Jussie played a role in his own attack. Nothing is further from the truth and anyone claiming otherwise is lying.

One of these purported suspects was Jussie’s personal trainer who he hired to ready him physically for a music video. It is impossible to believe that this person could have played a role in the crime against Jussie or would falsely claim Jussie’s complicity."

It is being reported that the two men have told police they were paid $3,500 each by Smollett to help him stage the attack, which they rehearsed days before.

A number of celebrities have tweeted about the reports that police believe the attack is a hoax perpetrated by Smollett:

This @JussieSmollett story is just... WHOA

— terry crews (@terrycrews) February 17, 2019

Truth is— this whole @JussieSmollett situation is the perfect example of toxic masculinity- where there any women involved? https://t.co/YDa7XcgPiK

— terry crews (@terrycrews) February 17, 2019

So, as we wait to hopefully get some closure on what really went down, my question is: Why would Jussie Smollett stage an attack on himself? And don’t be base and simplistic and boring and say “Publicity!!” The guy was on a hit tv show. What else?

— Richard Marx (@richardmarx) February 17, 2019

If #JussieSmollett orchestrated this scam and claimed he was attacked because he’s black and gay, the real tragedy will be all of the victims of REAL hate crimes whose stories won’t be believed. pic.twitter.com/XIWwXazg5L

— Victor Blackwell CNN (@VictorBlackwell) February 17, 2019

I strongly believe it's the former.... But I'ma just leave this here... #JussieSmollett pic.twitter.com/xZd3yHYfsB

— Clay Aiken (@clayaiken) February 17, 2019

How fast will all the liberals shut their pie holes on this one? https://t.co/n0l2P5da4K

— James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) February 17, 2019

And yes...even if he DOES admit it. #jailtime and #careercancelled. #Jussiehoax #JussieSmollett https://t.co/Q73MbsBKf6

— Joy Villa (@Joy_Villa) February 17, 2019

I’m going with the devil named Jussie Smollett! U? https://t.co/AGJZgV35v2 pic.twitter.com/h8dFgBXiYC

— Perez (@ThePerezHilton) February 17, 2019

Anybody else remember this??? https://t.co/0Vrivq9E0Z #TarajiHenson #TarajiPHenson #JussieSmollett

— Perez (@ThePerezHilton) February 17, 2019

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TONIGHT@DonCheadle @GaryClarkJr pic.twitter.com/kosZvER7hW

— Saturday Night Live - SNL (@nbcsnl) February 16, 2019

Don Cheadle's hosting tonight's new episode of Saturday Night Live, to promote his new Showtime series (and probably Avengers) with musical guest Gary Clark Jr.

Source: https://twitter.com/nbcsnl/status/1096817433875234817

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TONIGHT@DonCheadle @GaryClarkJr pic.twitter.com/kosZvER7hW

— Saturday Night Live - SNL (@nbcsnl) February 16, 2019

Don Cheadle's hosting tonight's new episode of Saturday Night Live, to promote his new Showtime series (and probably Avengers) with musical guest Gary Clark Jr.

Source: https://twitter.com/nbcsnl/status/1096817433875234817

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Walmart’s new Chicken & Waffles cereal is not a joke, we promise https://t.co/RvU4DLWlDM

— TODAY (@TODAYshow) February 14, 2019

The new cereals are Honey Bunches of Oats Chicken & Waffles, with crunchy cereal pieces that taste like, and are actually shaped like, chicken drumsticks and waffles.

And Maple Bacon Donut cereal, shaped like mini-donuts, and apparently tastes just like a doughnut with a hint of smoky bacon.

The cereals will be released on National Cereal Day, March 7, exclusively at Walmart for $2.98 a box.

It will be a limited release, once boxes are gone, they’re gone for good.

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Walmart’s new Chicken & Waffles cereal is not a joke, we promise https://t.co/RvU4DLWlDM

— TODAY (@TODAYshow) February 14, 2019

The new cereals are Honey Bunches of Oats Chicken & Waffles, with crunchy cereal pieces that taste like, and are actually shaped like, chicken drumsticks and waffles.

And Maple Bacon Donut cereal, shaped like mini-donuts, and apparently tastes just like a doughnut with a hint of smoky bacon.

The cereals will be released on National Cereal Day, March 7, exclusively at Walmart for $2.98 a box.

It will be a limited release, once boxes are gone, they’re gone for good.

Sources: The Today Show tweet The Today Show

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Guglielmi added: “We have been in touch with Smollett’s attorneys. We contacted his attorneys last night after interrogation for a meeting. We made our intentions clear.” #JussieSmollet @ABC7Chicago

— Mark Rivera ABC7 (@MarkRiveraABC7) February 16, 2019

ABC News has confirmed Chicago police are "eager to speak to Jussie Smollett again urgently.” Police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi would not comment on whether Smollett is still being considered a "victim" in the investigation.

TMZ reports that the Nigerian brothers' Lawyer says that her Clients Have Key Evidence.

TMZ asked their lawyer flat out if the "attack" was staged, and she answered, saying there were moving parts and she didn't want to speculate.

CBS News Reporter Carter Evans:

Police Source: Two brothers say @JussieSmollett paid them to participate in alleged attack & purchased rope found around his neck. More ahead on @CBSEveningNews tonight! #JussieSmollett #Empire

— Carter Evans (@carterevans) February 16, 2019

CNN says that Chicago Police believe Jussie Smollett paid two men to orchestrate the assault. He also hired two new defense lawyers

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Guglielmi added: “We have been in touch with Smollett’s attorneys. We contacted his attorneys last night after interrogation for a meeting. We made our intentions clear.” #JussieSmollet @ABC7Chicago

— Mark Rivera ABC7 (@MarkRiveraABC7) February 16, 2019

ABC News has confirmed Chicago police are "eager to speak to Jussie Smollett again urgently.” Police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi would not comment on whether Smollett is still being considered a "victim" in the investigation.

TMZ reports that the Nigerian brothers' Lawyer says that her Clients Have Key Evidence.

TMZ asked their lawyer flat out if the "attack" was staged, and she answered, saying there were moving parts and she didn't want to speculate.

CBS News Reporter Carter Evans:

Police Source: Two brothers say @JussieSmollett paid them to participate in alleged attack & purchased rope found around his neck. More ahead on @CBSEveningNews tonight! #JussieSmollett #Empire

— Carter Evans (@carterevans) February 16, 2019

CNN says that Chicago Police believe Jussie Smollett paid two men to orchestrate the assault. He also hired two new defense lawyers

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Guglielmi added: “We have been in touch with Smollett’s attorneys. We contacted his attorneys last night after interrogation for a meeting. We made our intentions clear.” #JussieSmollet @ABC7Chicago

— Mark Rivera ABC7 (@MarkRiveraABC7) February 16, 2019

ABC News has confirmed Chicago police are "eager to speak to Jussie Smollett again urgently.” Police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi would not comment on whether Smollett is still being considered a "victim" in the investigation.

TMZ reports that the Nigerian brothers' Lawyer says that her Clients Have Key Evidence.

TMZ asked their lawyer flat out if the "attack" was staged, and she answered, saying there were moving parts and she didn't want to speculate.

CBS News Reporter Carter Evans:

Police Source: Two brothers say @JussieSmollett paid them to participate in alleged attack & purchased rope found around his neck. More ahead on @CBSEveningNews tonight! #JussieSmollett #Empire

— Carter Evans (@carterevans) February 16, 2019

CNN says that Chicago Police believe Jussie Smollett paid two men to orchestrate the assault. He also hired two new defense lawyers

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NAACP President Says 'Green Book' Is a 'Missed Opportunity' with a 'False Storyline' #TCA19 https://t.co/BLI6jhtVvB pic.twitter.com/Lm2jmJdt9e

— TheWrap (@TheWrap) February 13, 2019

Best Picture-nominated “Green Book” was a “missed opportunity” to portray the nuances of an African American character like Dr. Don Shirley. The film relied on a “negative stereotype” and a “false storyline.”

He praised Mahershala Ali’s performance as Don Shirley, he said the film is inaccurate and a “setback.”

Ali was nominated for an NAACP Image Award, the film’s only nomination.

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NAACP President Says 'Green Book' Is a 'Missed Opportunity' with a 'False Storyline' #TCA19 https://t.co/BLI6jhtVvB pic.twitter.com/Lm2jmJdt9e

— TheWrap (@TheWrap) February 13, 2019

Best Picture-nominated “Green Book” was a “missed opportunity” to portray the nuances of an African American character like Dr. Don Shirley. The film relied on a “negative stereotype” and a “false storyline.”

He praised Mahershala Ali’s performance as Don Shirley, he said the film is inaccurate and a “setback.”

Ali was nominated for an NAACP Image Award, the film’s only nomination.

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