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'American Idol' Adds Jennifer Hudson as a Judge With More Superstar Alums on the Way?

Nick Romano — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:58:46 +0000

It was recently revealed that the folks behind 'American Idol' were planning to wipe their entire judges table clean and start anew admist plummeting ratings. But with the series at a personal all-time low, could a past 'Idol' standout reinvigorate it? It's been revealed that former contestant and Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson has signed on as judge for the next season.

Backstage at the Academy Awards – Deb's Favorite Photos

Debbie Ray — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:42:13 +0000

I selected a few of my favorite shots from behind the scenes and one of the adorable child actress (from Houma, LA) Quvenzhané Wallis and her precious puppy purse.

Jennifer Hudson Sings 'Let's Stay Together' for Obamas' First Dance at Commander-in-Chief Ball

Jessica Sager — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 02:49:05 +0000

Jennifer Hudson‘s powerhouse vocals provided the soundtrack to Barack and Michelle Obama’s first dance of the President’s second term. While Al Green’s original ‘Let’s Stay Together’ is a smooth, light, frothy soul classic, Hudson’s strong bellow gave it a new feel. Showing off her newly svelte figure in a black halter dress, Hudson was the [...]

Jennifer Hudson Is a Vision in White on Redbook Cover

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:28:13 +0000

Who says you can't wear white after Labor Day? When you are Jennifer Hudson and you look this good in sparkly white on the December cover of Redbook, we say wear white all year round! Plus, it's a festive and appropriate shade for the holidays. Hudson covers up her chest and her arms, with the long-sleeved frock, but look at her glowy, sheeny legs! Nice choice for showing off those gams, J. Hud.

Watch Jennifer Hudson + Prince Duet on 'Nothing Compares 2 U'

Scott Shetler — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 05:48:29 +0000

After the opening show of Prince's Chicago residency on Tuesday night was widely panned by critics and fans, he made amends on night two with a performance of his classic song 'Nothing Compares 2 U' featuring Chicago-born superstar Jennifer Hudson.

Jennifer Hudson Family Murders: William Balfour Gets Three Consecutive Life Sentences

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:22:57 +0000

Not one. Not two. But three. That’s how many consecutive life sentences William Balfour, the man who was convicted of murdering three members of Jennifer Hudson‘s family in Chicago back in 2008, will serve. Balfour, who is Hudson’s former brother-in-law, was found guilty of first degree murder on May 11. He shot Hudson’s mother Darnell [...]

Jennifer Hudson's Ex-Brother-in-Law Found Guilty of Family Murders

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 11 May 2012 22:53:51 +0000

Guilty. That’s the verdict handed down in the Jennifer Hudson family murders case. The singer’s former brother-in-law William Balfour was found guilty today (May 11) of three counts of first-degree murder and four other counts in relation to the 2008 murders of Hudson’s mother, brother and her nephew, who was just 7 and the youngest victim of the tragedy.

Jennifer Hudson Breaks Down in Sobs During Whitney Houston Tribute Rehearsals

Jessica Sager — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 01:29:57 +0000

We’ve got to hand it to Jennifer Hudson: The girl can perform in the face of tragedy better than most. First she performed a stellar National Anthem following the horrific murders of her mother, brother and nephew.

Now, she’s stepping in to pay tribute to Whitney Houston at tonight’s Grammy ceremony — but it hasn’t been easy for the ‘Dream Girls’ star. She broke down in tears several times during rehearsals.

Jennifer Hudson Covers Ebony, Talks Family Murders and Fiancée Saving Her

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 23:06:21 +0000

Jennifer Hudson shines in a strapless, curve-hugging icy-blue dress and with a sleek blow out on the December/January cover of Ebony. While she’s smiling on the cover, the Oscar-winning singer opens up about an incredibly difficult subject in the accompanying story: how the decision to visit her fiancée David Otunga in Florida for a WWE event, as opposed to returning home to Chicago, saved her life.