The series and cast have been recognized at the NAACP Image Awards over the past several years through multiple nominations and wins, including Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series, and Outstanding Actress in Drama Series.
Actor and singer Mario has joined the cast of FOX’s musical drama Empire for its upcoming fifth season in a recurring role, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
Mario will portray Devon, an “earnest, up-and-coming R&B singer who supports his ailing sister.”
Mario is known for hits including “Let Me Love You” and “Break Up,” and starred in the features Step Up and Freedom Writers.