TSR STAFF: Rachell S b0mbchell __________________________________ #Roomies, at one point #Empire had us all in a chokehold! However, according to variety #LeeDaniels, co-creator of Fox’s smash hit show “Empire,” recently called working on the show “absolutely the worst experience.” Despite its massive success during its six-season run from 2015 to 2020, “Empire” was far from enjoyable for him. The series, which starred #TerrenceHoward and #TarajiPHenson, became a cultural phenomenon with its memorable characters like Cookie and its chart-topping original songs. ___________________________________ Lee Daniels explained that prior to “Empire,” all his films had been independently financed, allowing him full creative freedom. He only took on the show to see what it was like to work under a major studio. Lee Daniels expressed, “I only did Empire just so I could see what that experience was like.” Ultimately, he found the experience difficult but acknowledged he made a little coin. “It was ...