The Lyon family is a fictional family from the popular television series, Empire. The show, which aired from 2015 to 2020, focuses on the family's music empire and the personal and professional conflicts they face. The family is led by Lucious Lyon, a former drug dealer turned music mogul, and his ex-wife, Cookie Lyon, who is fiercely protective of her family. The Lyon family consists of three sons: Andre, Jamal, and Hakeem, each with their own unique talents and struggles. The series explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complexities of family dynamics within the high-stakes world of the music industry.