The TV show's creator Lee Daniels has revealed the 45-year-old "Honey" singer will be making an appearance in the second series of the hit show, reported The Wrap.
"Watch her on 'Empire', you guys. She's coming on 'Empire'," Daniels said.
Carey previously worked with Daniels on "Precious" in 2009 and "Tennessee" in 2008 and her role will be her first major TV appearance since she appeared in an episode of "Ally McBeal" in 2002.
The Fox music drama has featured a host guest stars such as Naomi Campbell and Rita Ora, while several big names have already been confirmed for season 2 including Kelly Rowland, Chris Rock and Marisa Tomei.
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