It’s safe to say that Taraji P. Henson’s portrayal of Cookie Lyon on Fox hit Empire is a big reason for the show’s success.

Recent reports that the Golden Globe-winning actress would be leaving the series after Season Four shocked and disappointed many fans. Fortunately, the star is addressing the rumor head-on, calling it nonsense, according to TheJasmineBrand.

“I don’t know what this rumor is that I’m done after [Season] Four… I have bills to pay… I love Chanel too much to walk away from a hit show.  Who is spreading that? Who walks away from that money?”

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