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Jennifer Hudson Eyes Mandela Flick

Posted on 10/22/09 | Newsroom | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson

After earning an Oscar for the portrayal of Effie White in Dreamgirls, Jennifer Hudson reportedly has her sights set on a significant biopic.

The 'Secret Life of Bees' actress may soon take on the role of Winnie Mandela, wife of historic South African leader Nelson Mandela.

Said to be in the running for a role as Winnie, alongside Derek Luke and Idris Elba (as Nelson), Hudson could v ...Read More

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Jennifer Hudson Claims Delivery Like Workout

Posted on 10/09/09 | Newsroom | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson might have kept quiet about her pregnancy earlier this year but the new mother of one is not tight lipped about giving birth.

"Everybody told me how much it was going to hurt afterwards but I think I have a different tolerance for pain than others," Hudson tells PEOPLE.

Because of that tolerance Hudson says she had no problem moving forward with life after birth. In f ...Read More

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Jennifer Hudson To Film ABC Special

Posted on 10/07/09 | Newsroom | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson is going home for the holidays thanks to ABC.

The "If This Isn't Love" singer has signed on to film a holiday music special titled 'Jennifer Hudson: I'll Be Home For Christmas".

Set to air later this year, the special will feature Hudson performing 'Holiday' classics at various personal landmarks in Chicago, IL.

Both Hudson's childhood church and music academy ...Read More

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Jennifer Hudson Joins VH1 Divas Line Up

Posted on 09/08/09 | Newsroom | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson, Toni Braxton

Jennifer Hudson and Sheryl Crow are among several recent additions to VH1's forthcoming VH1 Divas presentation.

Hosted by Paula Abdul, the forthcoming VH1 Divas will feature performances from both divas, in addition to guest appearances from Cyndi Lauper and Toni Braxton, September 17.

Slated to air at 9pm, VH1 Divas will also include&n ...Read More

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Jennifer Hudson Trades Pink For Blue With Baby Essentials

Posted on 08/12/09 | Newsroom | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson and fiance' David Otunga were so excited about their recently born baby boy (David Otunga Jr.), they refused to determine the sex prior to birth and reportedly bought both pink and blue clothes and other items. Now that their baby boy has arrived the duo face the daunting task of either taking the items back or giving them away. Nonetheless, the newborns birth is just the icing o ...Read More

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Jennifer Hudson Pays Tribute To Michael Jackson

Posted on 07/06/09 | Newsroom | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson will pay tribute to Michael Jackson as a special guest at the King of Pop's memorial service Tuesday.

Hudson, expecting her first child, has been confirmed to be a performer at the Staples Center hosted memorial.

According to CNN, Hudson will be joined by Grammy producer Ken Ehrlich, who is producing the show.

At press time no other names had been revealed fo ...Read More

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Jennifer Hudson, Otunga Go 'Yellow' For Baby Shower

Posted on 06/01/09 | Newsroom | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson

Academy and Grammy Award winning actress and recording star Jennifer Hudson is gearing up for her next role -- Motherhood !

Hudson, engaged to reality star David Otunga, is said to be happy about the news but remains quiet about the sex of the baby.

"They're really trying to keep it kind of quiet," a friend told the Tribune.

"They don't know the gender, more yellow," she wen ...Read More

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Jennifer Hudson Returns The Favor: Proposes On Otunga B Day

Posted on 05/08/09 | Singersroom News | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson is now engaged for a second time according to published reports.

The "If This Isn't Love" diva reportedly proposed to long-time partner David Otunga late last month, ironically on the former "I Love New York 2" star's birthday.

Essentially returning the favor, PEOPL ...Read More

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Jennifer Hudson Wants You For NBC's sing with Hudson Contest

Posted on 05/06/09 | By Singersroom News | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson is set to perform on the TODAY show next week and she's looking for someone who can belt out songs like "And I Am Telling You".

If you think you can compliment Hudson on stage, NBC is giving you a chance to apply to sing with the Grammy Award winning diva, the only catch is you must enter to win the contest by Monday, May 11.

For more information and to enter the co ...Read More

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Jennifer Hudson Takes Throat Forced Break From Tour, Postpones Final Dates

Posted on 05/05/09 | By Singersroom News | Filed Under: R&B News, Jennifer Hudson

She pulled through five weeks of a well received tour, unfortunately Jennifer Hudson is forced to take a break during the final week of her six week gig with Robin Thicke.

Suffering complications with an unnamed throat condition, Hudson will sit out on confirmed concerts in Houston, Dallas and Oakland until further notice.

For fans in the effected cities, reps confirm the dates wil ...Read More

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