Marcell Johnson

In an effort to end the cycle of violence, Jamal refuses to make music until his family makes peace. Meanwhile, the Feds want Anika to testify against Lucious and Cookie calls a meeting at Hakeem and Laura's wedding.

The discovery of a dark secret throws a wrench into Lucious' deeply personal music video about his mother, whilst secret affairs compromise Hakeem and Jamal.

Cookie announces that the number one album for Empire's 20-For-20 will be a competition between the label's top artists. The family plan a special Prince and Princesses-themed birthday party.

With control of Empire within reach once more, the Lyons must pull out all the stops to prove Lucious and Becky's innocence in the data mining scandal. Cookie has trouble dealing with Lucious' past.

Lucious and Thirsty attempt to counter Eddie's takeover by presenting him with legal papers. Meanwhile, Cookie reflects on her tumultuous relationship with her mother.

Lucious and Cookie become concerned that their new artist, Devon, won't handle the pressure. Meanwhile, Hakeem tries to convince Tiana that he has grown up.