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Could the new hit hip-hop drama on FOX and American Idol do a crossover? That is, other than Jennifer Hudson, who IS set to appear soon.

FOX announced at the TCA 2015 Winter Tour that Empire, Gotham and Brooklyn Nine-Nine have been renewed for another season.

Nielsen TV Ratings for 1/15/15 – Empire rises in its second week while American Idol falls. Details inside.

Empire Recap Episode 2 – The Outspoken King – Cookie proves to be invaluable by helping Lucious turn a crisis into a triumph.

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Nielsen TV ratings for 1/8/2015: American Idol Ratings fall in double digits. Empire has a solid debut.

Empire Recap Episode 1 – The new show from FOX features Terrance Howard and an amazing soundtrack by Timbaland. Check out our recap!