Forest Whitaker is joining Empire in season 4

Ever since it debuted on the screens, "Empire" series has seen numerous A-list stars gracing the show. The show has grown and attracts many fans across the globe. Some of the stars to have graced the show include Chris Rock, Eva Longoria, Maria Carey and Nia Long among other great celebrities. The celebrities add to the aura of the show and increase the audience for the show. Some of the celebrities make a cameo appearance in the show while others have recurrent roles in the show. The latest A-list celebrity to join the show is Forest Whitaker who a great actor having starred in massive movies with the latest being the "Black Panther".

"EMPIRE" returns at a new time on Wednesday, Sept. 27

The show debuts in September and one of the confirmed additions is Whitaker. The actor confirmed the role through a tweet where he promises that the show is going to be great. The actor will play the role of Uncle Eddie who is described as a bonafide hit maker and a charismatic musical icon. He was the first person to give Lucious played by Howard Terrence airplay on the radio when he was beginning his music career. Whitaker (Uncle Eddie) will step up for Lucious during a critical moment when he is still recovering from the injuries he sustained. He is still under rehabilitation following the accident and Whitaker helps Cookie (Henson) in the process earning her gratitude. Additionally, Henson (Cookie) will ask Whitaker (Uncle Eddie) to produce a song in commemorating the 20th anniversary of Empire Entertainment. Thus it is evident that Whitaker (Uncle Eddie) will have a massive role to play in the new season of Empire that premieres in September.

When "Empire’s" third season ended on a cliffhanger in May, the Lyon family was once again at a crossroads.

Whitaker will play his role alongside another A-list celebrity Demi Moore who will play the role of the attractive nurse helping Lucious recuperate. Her role is likely to put her on a collision path with Henson (Cookie) due to the nature of the relationship that the two will develop. Moreover, the relationship is more than that of normal nurse-patient relationship. Thus Whitaker (Uncle Eddie) coming into the scene acts as a consolation to Henson (Cookie) during such a difficult time.

"I try to be like a forest: revitalizing and constantly growing."Forest Whitaker

Whitaker has executed his role well in the other movies that he has starred in and is one of the best actors in Hollywood. He has won an Oscar for playing the role of Idi Amin in the "Last King of Scotland" in 2006 and therefore, his role in "Empire" will definitely excite the fans of the show. Moreover, the relationship that Whitaker enjoys with the creator of the series Lee Daniels whom he has worked with before promises that the show and his role will be great.

"Empire" is the top broadcast show on TV, and it has indeed maintained its top-spot hold on teens and young women.

The Lucious family has faced numerous challenges at a time when Lucious is recuperating and suffering from mild amnesia, the man who gave him the chance coming on to the show is something great. The show creators have managed to ensure that the show remains relevant over the years by attracting celebrities who do not disappoint and the addition of Whitaker to the show affirms that the show will be great in the coming season. It is, therefore, advisable as you wait for the new season of the show that one of the best actors in Hollywood will take part.