Jurnee Smollett Brings The Heat In Apple TV+’s New Series, ‘Smoke’

Jurnee Smollett Brings The Heat In Apple TV+’s New Series, ‘Smoke’

By Okla Jones ·Updated June 25, 2025 In Apple TV+’s Smoke, Jurnee Smollett steps into the fire—literally and emotionally—as Michelle, a sharp but scarred investigator who joins Boston’s arson unit with more than just professional baggage.In conversation with ESSENCE, the Emmy-nominated actress opens up about what drew her to the role, how she balanced Michelle’s toughness with her emotional wounds, and why the tension between Michelle and Dave (…

Jurnee Smollett Explains Why She Said Yes To Her First Lead TV Role Since Lovecraft Country

Jurnee Smollett returns to TV as a lead for Apple TV+'s Smoke for the first time since Lovecraft Country was cancelled in 2021, and she explained why.

Jurnee Smollett on Her Explosive New Role in Smoke

Emmy nominee Jurnee Smollett opens up about her gripping role in Smoke, the intense new Apple TV+ thriller streaming June 27.