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Dreamgirls 2009: Broadway Bound Revival Gets Apollo Theater Extension
Original at Entertainment Newswire
• Thu, Nov 19
By Karu F. Daniels BV Newswire is proud to offer a sneak peek of the show, which is a melding of the landmark Michael Bennett-created production and the blockbuster motion picture, which starred Jennifer Hudson, Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy, Beyonce Knowles and Danny Glover.
JENNIFER HUDSON Wants a Daughter
Original at Showbiz Spy
• Thu, Nov 19
JENNIFER Hudson is already looking to expand her brood! The award-winning star — who welcomed her first child, a son, in August this year — says she’d like to have a daughter. “I’d like to have at least one more, a little girl,” Hudson said. “I want a girl and then maybe another one. You know, one [......
Jennifer Signs on To Play Winnie Mandela!!!
Original at trueclefmusic.com
• Wed, Nov 18
By younravj Yes!!!! Jennifer Hudson lands another role that has Oscar written all over it. The relatively new ac Yes!!!! Jennifer Hudson lands another role that has Oscar written all over it. The relatively new ac
Jennifer Hudson On Tap To Play Winnie Mandela
Original at realitybuzz (WordPress)
• Wed, Nov 18
By Brooke Lynn Carter Congrats Girl!!! The Oscar winning actress and songstress, Jennifer Hudson has signed on to play Wi Congrats Girl!!! The Oscar winning actress and songstress, Jennifer Hudson has signed on to play Wi
Review: Soul nostalgia from Rod Stewart
Original at San Jose Mercury News
• Fri, Nov 13
The songs get the elite treatment for 'Soulbook.' Stewart worked with American producers and musicians '” among them '70s soul architects such as Willie Mitchell, Al Green's producer, who did some string arrangements '” and guests including Mary J. Blige and Jennifer Hudson.
Buble to appear on Hudson holiday special
Original at United Press International
• Mon, Nov 9
• 13 related articles
CHICAGO, Nov. 9 (UPI) -- Michael Buble has been booked to sing on "Jennifer Hudson: I'll Be Home for Christmas," a holiday TV special to be taped in Hudson's native Chicago, ABC said.
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Jennifer Hudson Visits Her Hometown and Old High SchoolOriginal at The Official Jennifer Hudson Site
• Mon, Nov 9
By sonyrw Jennifer has been in Chicago lately, preparing for her upcoming Home For the Holidays TV special, airing in December on ABC! The special will follow Jennifer back to her roots, to her hometown, her church, and back to the high school music room where she told her teachers, “I’m going to be a...
Opinion: Artist's Journey - Vocal LessonsOriginal at saywordsaypeace.com
• Mon, Nov 9
By DOdelisca Jennifer Hudson is one those special talents that you can not simply limit her title as a “singer”. That girl could “SANNNG”, yes I know I am giving a past tense to the present term but I guess being a “SANGER” means that you presently sing, you have the ability to evoke trembling memories from...
Jennifer Hudson wants to raise son in Chicago, have a baby girl
Original at Chicago Tribune
• Thu, Nov 5
Singer Jennifer Hudson says she is ready for baby No. 2 -- or No. 3. "I want a girl and then maybe another one," she told "Access Hollywood." "You know, one baby at a time."
Jennifer Hudson: "I'd Like to Have at Least One More" Child
Original at Us Magazine
• Wed, Nov 4
Two months after welcoming baby David, the singer says she's eager to have a little girlGet more Us! Follow us on Twitter, Friend Us on Two months after welcoming baby David, the singer says she's eager to have a little girlGet more Us![...]
Jennifer Hudson: Ready For Baby Number Two
Original at Entertainment Newswire
• Wed, Nov 4
By Bridget Bland Jennifer Hudson wants a dreamgirl of her own. The former 'American Idol' finalist told Access Hollywood, "Maybe one more, I'd like to have at least one more, a little girl." Jennifer Hudson: I'll Be Home for Christmas" is slated to air on ABC in Dec.
Films of the Week
Original at California Chronicle
• Sun, Nov 1
The cast includes an Oscar-winning Jennifer Hudson andEddie Murphy's best performance in years as a James Brown-inspired singer. Interview with the Vampire ...
Quote of the Day: J Hud Says Punk is Nice and Thick… Hmmm
Original at Bossip
• Sun, Oct 11
By ladydrama Jennifer Hudson is opening up about her relationship to Punk and says he had to work overtime to pull her in. She says the fact that he was a reality freak didn’t turn her off because she too was on a reality show and couldn’t judge him. Jennifer says her and David talked for a long [...]
Opinion: For the Love of Oz
Original at metrosection (WordPress)
• Thu, Oct 1
By metrosection Most people arrived around 5:30pm for a free, “wizzed-up” concert at 7:30. Performers included ?uestlove (from The Roots) with the Illadelphonics, Bilal, Jennifer Hough, and an awe-inspiring, soulful rendition of “Over the Rainbow” by Jennifer Hudson that left the 800+ crowd of Oz fa...
Opinion: Good Image for the Diva’s
Original at biggirldreams (WordPress)
• Fri, Sep 18
By biggirldreams I watched VH1’s Diva’s concert last night and I knew that I was going to like the concert because some of my favorite people were singing such as Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson, Adele and Leona Lewis but I came away with a much deeper appreciation that I didn’t expect.
Jennifer Hudson says her one-month-old son may have career in music
Original at Brandon Sun
• Fri, Sep 18
• 4 related articles
NEW YORK - Jennifer Hudson's son is only one-month-old, but already she sees singing in his future. The Grammy and Oscar winner performed Thursday at the "VH1 Divas" concert.
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DIVAS LIVE 2009: HIGHLIGHTSOriginal at Faded Youth
• Thu, Sep 17
By Arasto Showing post pregnancy body in leather pants and leather knee high boots, Jennifer Hudson offered up a booming version of Spotlight. While on the red carpet, the new mom said she’s loving being a new mom to son David Daniel Otunga Jr. “It’s the best. He’s an angel. I love everything about it.”
'VH1 Divas' Ushers In A New Class With Miley Cyrus, Kelly ClarksonOriginal at MTV
• Thu, Sep 17
I'm Paula Abdul — and this is not 'American Idol!' " she said to begin her opening remarks. Related Videos Miley, Kelly Clarkson And More Bring It In 'VH1 Divas' Related Photos Miley Cyrus, Jordin Sparks, Jennifer Hudson, More Celebrate VH1 Divas Related Artists Miley Cyrus Kelly Clarkso...
Young! Talented! Divas! Adele, Jennifer Hudson, Jordin Sparks, Kelly Clarkson, Leona Lewis and Miley Cyrus Are Set to ...
Original at Yahoo! Finance
• Wed, Sep 16
• 5 related articles
After a four year hiatus, "VH1 Divas" is officially back and better than ever! With a new crop of fresh, young, and talented female artists, "VH1 Divas" is gearing up to be an unforgettable night of girl-power at its best.
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Concert review: Jennifer Hudson delivers soulful, sassy show at ...
Original at Dallas Morning News
• Fri, May 22
TX But wow, the encore: You know what it was, the tour-de-force "And I'm Telling You I'm Not Going" from her Oscar-winning performance in Dreamgirls. She still sings the song with her entire body. Those notes emerge from the deepest regions of her being. ...
Review: Jennifer Hudson finds the right vibe
Original at Houston Chronicle
• Mon, May 18
United States Hudson has made a believer out of millions since getting an early boot during American Idol's third season. She broke hearts and earned an Oscar for her scene-stealing turn in Dreamgirls, nabbed a Grammy for her self-titled debut album and stood brave ...
POP MUSIC REVIEW: Jennifer Hudson and Robin Thicke at Nokia Theatre
Original at Keepingitreal
• Mon, May 4
By Ronald Fulcher EXCERPT FROM LOS ANGELES TIMES -- Jennifer Hudson and Robin Thicke shared a few things Saturday night at Nokia Theatre L.A. Live: a band, a semiformal approach to fashion and, of course, an audience. Bringing their national tour to the... EXCERPT FROM LOS ANGELES TIMES -- Jennifer Hudson and Ro...
Review: Jennifer Hudson and Robin Thicke at Nokia Theatre
Original at latimes.com
• Sun, May 3
Jennifer Hudson Sidelined by Throat Condition E! Online Robin Thicke w/Jennifer Hudson Nashville Scene Jennifer Hudson Takes Throat Forced Break From Tour, Postpones ... Singersroom News St. Louis American - CaymanMama.com (press release)
Wired Music: Jennifer Hudson & Jennifer Holliday Duet In Atlanta - VideoOriginal at Outside The Beltway | OTB
• Fri, Apr 17
By Roberta Jennifer Hudson promised her Atlanta crowd some surprises, and girlfriend delivered. She performed a duet with legendary singer and original Dreamgirls singer, Jennifer Holliday, where they both belted out the song, “And I’m Telling You I’m Not Going”.
American Idol: Jennifer Hudson Has Set A Wedding Date
Original at Reality TV Magazine
• Fri, Mar 27
By Paulene Hinds is your source for American Idol news and info! Visit our American Idol message boards and tell us what you think. For more on American Idol, check out SirLInksALot: American Idol. Ellen DeGeneres To CoHost Idol Gives BackBarbara Walters Special To Include American Idol Finalist Jennife...
Opinion: Oscar serves up some surprisesOriginal at Canada.com
• Thu, Feb 26
Its top nominees are Jennifer Hudson, the American Idol runner-up in a breakthrough role as a sweet-voiced singer who is pushed to the back of the group because she’s not good-looking enough, and Eddie Murphy, in a career breakthrough as a womanizing ...
Opinion: Idol Headlines for 2/09/09
Original at mjsbigblog
• Mon, Feb 9
By mj Billboard Jennifer Hudson to Kick Off Tour in April Jennifer Hudson Variety Carrie Underwood On Jennifer Hudson’s Performance: ‘I Think It Was Very Healing’ Access Hollywood Are Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul dating? Foxes On Idol American Idol 8: Paula Abdul Predictions TV Envy
Podcast: Grammy Update: Jennifer Hudson to Sing “You Pull Me Through”, Carrie Underwood “Last Name”
Original at mjsbigblog
• Thu, Feb 5
By mj Access Hollywood has learned that Jennifer Hudson will sing the Diane Warren-penned ballad, “You Pulled me Through”, from Jennifer’s debut album, at Sunday’s Grammy awards. Ryan Seacrest - Carrie Underwood, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer Hudson Super Bowl National Anthem VideoOriginal at Daily Stab
• Mon, Feb 2
By Kelly This is the first of many appearances we will be seeing of Jennifer. Before the Image Awards, of which her album received six nominations and her role in The Secret Life of Bees garnered two, she’ll play at the 2009 MusiCares Person of the Year Gala on Friday and hit up the Grammy Awards on Sun...
Whitney vs. Jennifer: Who sings the best national anthem?Original at The Daily Voice
• Mon, Feb 2
By Mark Corece Each year since 1967, it has been the tradition of the Super Bowl to have someone sing the National Anthem. But Whitney Houston and Jennifer Hudson delivered two of the most memorable performances in history.... Each year since 1967, it has been the tradition of the Super Bowl to have someone si...
JENNIFER HUDSON SINGS THE US NATIONAL ANTHEM AT SUPERBOWL 2009Original at madnews (WordPress)
• Mon, Feb 2
By Janice aka Miss Mad News Singer/actress Jennifer Hudson performed for the first time on Saturday (January 31st), since the brutal slayings of her mother, brother and nephew. The star sang a fantastic rendition of the US national anthem ‘The Star Spangled. Banner’. It’s good to have you back Jennifer.
Watch Jennifer Hudson Sing at Super Bowl XLIIIOriginal at Us Magazine
• Sun, Feb 1
By Lindsay Powers See Jennifer Hudson's touching family album. Hudson's mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew were shot to death last fall in her Chicago hometown. Her estranged brother-in-law, William Balfour, pleaded not guilty to murder charges on Jan. 20.
An Evening Of Stars - A Tribute to Patti LaBelle Performances [Video]Original at pinboardblog.com
• Mon, Jan 26
By Speeakz UNCF’s “An Evening of Stars - A Tribute to Patti LaBelle” aired last night in the US. We brought you a short clip of Fantasia and Jennifer Hudson performing on the show back in September when the show was filmed and now we can bring you some full performances from various artists including F...
Opinion: Idol Headlines for 1/04/09
Original at mjsbigblog
• Sun, Jan 4
By mj Rep: ‘No Truth’ To Jennifer Hudson Inauguration Rumors Jennifer Hudson will not be singing at Barack Obama’s inauguration on January 20, despite reports to the contrary, her rep told Access Hollywood. NBC Chicago Paula Abdul’s Stalker Back on American Idol?
Opinion: Jennifer Hudson Smiles… In Gap AdsOriginal at Jezebel
• Fri, Nov 14
By Dodai Despite mourning her family tragedy, Jennifer Hudson is in the Gap's holiday ad campaign, wearing a bright red sweater and smiling. Gap gave J.Hud the option to back out, but she wanted to go ahead and have the ads run. [Yahoo News via E!] Jennifer Hudson writes on her MySpace blog: "I want to th...
Jennifer Aniston & John Mayer: "We Adore Each Other"
Original at Jezebel
• Wed, Nov 12
By Dodai More from Jennifer Aniston, whose Vogue interview all over the internet: "There is more to me than just a tabloid girl. This whole 'Poor lonely Jen' thing, this idea that I'm so unlucky in love? I actually feel I've been unbelievably lucky in love. I don't feel like I'm supposed to be any furth...
Liz Lemon + Don Draper = Best 30 Rock Ever?
Original at Jezebel
• Fri, Oct 31
By Dodai OMG. This may make you hyperventilate: Mad Men's Jon Hamm is in talks to do a multi-episode arc on 30 Rock. The man known as Don Draper could be Liz Lemon's neighbor and a potential love interest for Tina Fey's character. Breathe. Just breathe. [EW]Jennifer Lopez sued her first husband, former w...
Podcast: MBH057-MicheBelz Hollywood
Original at mevio.com
• Tue, Oct 28
Miche is annoyed because she already recorded this yesterday, and lost it all. Prayer to Jennifer Hudson, and to everyone laid off at Revision 3 today. The upcoming election. Miche digs Indie's VOTE stickers. The Henry Clay People with "This Ain't a Scene," courtesy of the band. Jon Hamm on SNL....
Jennifer Aniston & Gerard Butler: John Who?
Original at Jezebel
• Mon, Oct 27
By Dodai Jennifer Aniston had dinner with Gerard Butler at L.A.'s Tower Bar — days after eating there with John Mayer. Don't hate the player, hate the game. [Page Six]Amy Winehouse was in the hospital last night, being checked out for a chest infection. Is it related to the emphysema she was diagnosed wi...
Opinion: Idol Headlines for 10/25/08
Original at mjsbigblog
• Sat, Oct 25
By mj Former ‘American Idol’ Castmates Offer Prayers, Support For Jennifer Hudson Access Hollywood Jennifer Hudson’s nephew missing after slayings Amber Alert For Jennifer Hudson’s Nephew Chicago Sun Times Simon Cowell is “obsessed” with the colour white. TV Guide MTV
Opinion: Idol Headlines for 10/16/08
Original at mjsbigblog
• Thu, Oct 16
By mj Jennifer Hudson to Receive Black Perspective Award Chicago Defender My FOX KC Jennifer Hudson Covers Ebony and Jet, Talks Hollywood and Punk Big Gay Deal: Jennifer Hudson Poison, Hair and an “American Idol”: “Rock of Ages” Musical Hits NYC
Idol Headlines for 10/12/08
Original at mjsbigblog
• Sun, Oct 12
By mj Country: Kristy Lee Cook For Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson, who plays Dakota Fanning’s housekeeper in the movie, Prince-Bythewood came up with a unique way to illustrate history. She told Hudson, 27, and Fanning to meet her at a certain location, but she didn’t tell them why.
Opinion: Idol Headlines for 9/30/08
Original at mjsbigblog
• Tue, Sep 30
By mj Jennifer Hudson gets back to music with debut CD Jennifer Hudson’s Prime Time “Spotlight” On Jennifer Hudson Jennifer Hudson, the former “American Idol” contestant, rose to stardom in 2006 with her big-screen debut in the box office hit “Dreamgirls.”
Opinion: Idol Headlines for 9/27/08
Original at mjsbigblog
• Sat, Sep 27
By mj Jennifer Hudson probably has a good chance of being a presenter at next year’s Academy Awards. She has an “in” with the show’s new producers. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has picked Laurence Mark and Bill Condon to run the next Oscars show. Billboard
Podcast: STRIP EXTRA: JENNIFER HOLIDAY DOES VEGAS
Original at mevio.com
• Sat, Aug 23
For the next two weeks, George Wallace will have an unusual co-star for his show at the Flamingo, the original Dreamgirl, Jennifer Holliday. Decades before Jennifer Hudson won an Oscar for playing the role of big-voiced girl-band reject Effie White in the 2006 film, Holliday won a Tony fo...
Hudson, Beyonce, T.I. Among BET Winners
Original at The Conservative Voice
• Wed, Jun 27
The BET Awards are known for show-stopping performances, and they came one after another on Tuesday. It started off with a dream, uniting "Dreamgirls" from past and present with a stirring duet between Jennifer Holliday and Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson.
Aretha Gets Chatty About Biopic and Whether Jennifer Hudson Will Star
Original at Cinematical
• Wed, Mar 14
By Monika Bartyzel Filed under: Drama, Music & Musicals, Casting, RumorMongerIt's only been a month since Jennifer Hudson won an Oscar for her first performance in front of the cinematic cameras. Since then, she's been embroiled in a bit of Idol drama over whether or not she should be thanking the show f...
Movie Review: Dreamgirls
Original at Blogcritics
• Sun, Mar 4
By Brandon Valentine Effie White (Jennifer Hudson), Deena Jones (Beyonce Knowles), and Lorrell Robinson (Anita Noni Rose) are The Dreamettes — a trio of female singers striving to make it big in the early 1960s. When they meet Curtis Taylor Jr. (Jamie Foxx), The Dreamettes catch their break and begin singing b...
Movie Review: Dreamgirls
Original at Blogcritics
• Thu, Jan 18
By Chris Beaumont The story concerns the rise of a trio of singers, led by Effie White (Jennifer Hudson). When we first meet them, they are trying to win a talent contest, where they truly impress, but ultimately fail to win over the judges. This loss leads them directly to Curtis Taylor, Jr., a car salesman and p...
Podcast: Dreamgirls: Is it worth the time?
Original at clickcaster.com
• Sun, Jan 7
If you are planning to take a trip to the movies and haven't had a chance to see Dreamgirls with Beyonce, Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy, and Jennifer Hudson, I strongly encourage you to make that your movie of choice.