"Getting addiction off the streets and alleyways – and one step closer to treatment – is a win for all of society." ...

Lee Daniels is sharing unfortunate news about the person who inspired his famous “Cookie Lyon” character off his popular 2015 ...

Lee Daniels is mourning the loss of his sister Lydia, who inspired Taraji P. Henson's Empire character Loretha "Cookie" Lyon.

Lee Daniels is mourning the death of his younger sister Lydia Ruth Daniels-Rooks, who inspired Taraji P. Henson's 'Empire' ...