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EMPIRE picks up exactly where Season Two ended – Hakeem left at the altar, Lucious and Anika married and Anika and Rhonda fighting on the roof – until someone falls. Also, Lucious pursues his music legacy with his streaming service, while clashing with his half-brother, Tariq, who is leading a federal task force investigating him.
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#17In Season 3of 18 rated episodes
#80All-timeof 102 rated episodes
−0.4vs season avgSeason 3 averages 7.3
2016First airedSeptember 21, 2016
Guest stars
Kaitlin Doubledayas Rhonda Lyon
Leslie Uggamsas Leah Walker
Tasha Smithas Carol Hardaway
Vivica A. Foxas Candace
Sierra A. McClainas Nessa Parker
Ajiona Alexusas Teenage Loretha
Jeremy L. Carveras Teenage Lucious
AzMarie Livingstonas ChickenClaudette Burchettas Juanita
Kevin Wigfallas Webb
Eric Laneas Drop
Birgundi Bakeras Teen CarolLawnyae Marieas Teen Candace
French Montanaas VaughnCrew
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