Marisa Tomei To Play Lesbian Billionaire On Season 2 Of "Empire"
When Empire returns for Season 2, Cookie Lyon might face her toughest challenge yet: Marisa Tomei.
The Oscar winner has been cast as Mimi Whiteman, “a demanding venture capitalist who becomes involved in Lyon family drama,” according to Deadline. “A Forbes list billionairess, Mimi is a lover of hip hop music, social trends, high-end fashion and beautiful women.”
Empire has racked up some serious star wattage with everyone from Jennifer Hudson and Courtney Love to Naomi Campbell and Snoop Dogg appearing in Season 1. Chris Rock, Alicia Keys and Lenny Kravitz are also expected to appear in Season 2.
h/t: Deadline
