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    17 Times "Empire" Star Jussie Smollett Stole Our Hearts On Instagram

    Because he’s soooo beautiful!

    1. When he posted his Essence magazine cover revealing just a hint of skin.

    2. When he made us jealous of that lucky teeth whitener inside of his gorgeous mouth.

    3. When he showed off his dimples and made us forget everything that is wrong in the world.

    4. When he winked at us in a selfie and our hearts literally COULD. NOT. TAKE. IT.

    5. When he announced his plans to run for President and move into the White House with his “future boo."

    6. When he posted a sleepy selfie and still looked flawless. Is he even human?

    7. When the sunset made his eyes look like honey and his lips look like cotton candy — we’d love to taste!

    8. When he told us he eats Twizzlers and turkey burgers and lets his stomach hang over his pants just like the rest of us!

    9. Just look at those biceps being used for a greater cause. *drools*

    10. When he made a silly face and still looked super adorable.

    11. When he made the cutest mean mug EVER!

    12. When he made us realize we were in the wrong profession.

    13. When he woke up LIKE THIS! *heart eyes emoji*

    14. When you realize there’s no ring on his finger and you might actually have a chance.

    15. Even when he’s sweaty, he’s sexy. The thirst is so REAL.

    16. Is this an open invitation or are our minds playing tricks on us?

    17. Before we knew who Jamal Lyon was, Jussie was vying for our hearts by being cute as a button.