Jennifer Hudson is an acclaimed American singer, actress, producer, and talk show host.
In 2022, Hudson became the youngest woman and third African-American to achieve EGOT status, winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony.
Hudson began her musical journey at age 7, singing in her church choir and participating in community theater.
Biography
Early Life
Jennifer Kate Hudson, known as J.Hud, was born on September 12, 1981, in Chicago, Illinois. Raised in a Baptist family, she is the youngest of three children of Darnell Donerson and Samuel Simpson. Hudson's early exposure to music came from singing in her church choir and participating in community theater, inspired by her grandmother. After graduating from Dunbar Vocational High School in 1999, she briefly attended Langston University before transferring to Kennedy-King College. At 21, she signed her first recording contract with Righteous Records, but her big break came when she auditioned for "American Idol" in 2004.
Career
Hudson's journey on "American Idol" was marked by a shocking elimination during the Top 7, despite being a fan favorite. Her career took off after her role in the 2006 film "Dreamgirls," where she won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, making her one of the youngest and third African-American recipient of the prestigious EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) in 2022. Hudson has released several albums, including her self-titled debut, "Jennifer Hudson," and "I Remember Me," showcasing her powerful voice across genres like R&B, pop, and soul. She has also made significant contributions to film and television, earning numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award for Best R&B Album.
Personal Life
Hudson's personal life has been marked by both joy and tragedy. She became engaged to professional wrestler David Otunga in 2008 and welcomed their son, David Daniel Otunga Jr., in 2009. However, the couple separated in 2017. Hudson faced immense personal loss when her mother and brother were tragically murdered in 2008, leading her to establish the Hudson-King Foundation for Families of Slain Victims in their honor. Despite these challenges, Hudson has remained a beacon of resilience and inspiration, recognized as one of Time's 100 most influential people in 2020 and receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2013.
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Discography
The Gift of Love2024
- 1.Hallelujah6:46
- 2.Winter Wonderland2:22
- 3.Carol Of The Bells2:33
- 4.Find The Love2:57
- 5.O Holy Night4:24
- 6.Make It To Christmas3:38
- 7.Santa For Someone3:23
- 8.My Favorite Things3:37
- 9.Little Drummer Boy3:32
- 10.Go Tell It On The Mountain3:58
- 11.Almost Christmas3:29
- 12.Jingle Bells (Prelude)1:01
- 13.Jingle Bells2:09
- 14.The Christmas Song4:05
- 15.Auld Lang Syne4:39
RESPECT2021
- 1.There Is a Fountain Filled With Blood2:53
- 2.Ac‐cent‐tchu‐ate the Positive2:20
- 3.Nature Boy3:14
- 4.I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)3:56
- 5.Do Right Woman, Do Right Man3:13
- 6.Dr. Feelgood3:24
- 7.Respect3:43
- 8.Sweet Sweet Baby (Since You’ve Been Gone)2:26
- 9.Ain’t No Way4:16
- 10.(You Make Me Feel Like a) Natural Woman3:08
- 11.Chain of Fools2:29
- 12.Think1:49
- 13.Take My Hand, Precious Lord2:18
- 14.Spanish Harlem3:38
- 15.I Say a Little Prayer3:41
- 16.Precious Memories1:58
- 17.Amazing Grace5:03
- 18.Here I Am (Singing My Way Home)5:14
JHUD2014
- 1.Dangerous4:14
- 2.It’s Your World5:17
- 3.He Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere3:46
- 4.Walk It Out4:42
- 5.I Can’t Describe (The Way I Feel)3:47
- 6.I Still Love You3:45
- 7.Just That Type of Girl3:53
- 8.Bring Back the Music3:55
- 9.Say It3:42
- 10.Moan6:53
I Remember Me2011
- 1.No One Gonna Love You3:48
- 2.I Got This3:23
- 3.Where You At3:47
- 4.Angel3:30
- 5.I Remember Me4:10
- 6.Gone3:38
- 7.Everybody Needs Love3:14
- 8.Why Is It So Hard3:47
- 9.Don't Look Now3:23
- 10.Still Here3:41
- 11.Feeling Good2:17
- 12.Believe4:58
Jennifer Hudson2008
- 1.Spotlight4:10
- 2.If This Isn’t Love3:36
- 3.Pocketbook3:18
- 4.Giving Myself4:15
- 5.What’s Wrong (Go Away)3:47
- 6.My Heart3:33
- 7.You Pulled Me Through3:40
- 8.I’m His Only Woman4:18
- 9.Can’t Stop the Rain4:44
- 10.We Gon’ Fight4:02
- 11.Invisible3:43
- 12.And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going4:47
- 13.Jesus Promised Me a Home Over There4:24
- 14.All Dressed in Love3:23
- 15.Stand Up3:51
Ain't No Mountain High Enough2021
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Oh Santa!2020
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On Top of the World2018
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Remember Me2017
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Burden Down2017
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Trouble2015
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You Will (The OWN Song)2015
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For My God2015
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Remission2014
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Go All Night2014
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I Got Love (SMASH Cast Version)2013
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Think Like a Man2012
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We Can Do It Now2010
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Spotlight2008
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Overjoyed2007
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The Star-Spangled Banner
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If This Isn't Love2009
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The Gift Of Love (Extended Holiday Edition)2024
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Label
- Record label
- Arista Records
- Record label
- J Records
- Record label
- Jive Records
- Record label
- RCA Records
Achievements
Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role
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- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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- Daytime Emmy Award
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- Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress
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- BET Award for Best New Artist
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- Soul Train Music Award for Sammy Davis, Jr. – Entertainer of the Year
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- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture
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- BET Award for Best Actor & Actress
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- Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actress
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- Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture
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- Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture
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- BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role
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- Grammy Award for Best R&B Album
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- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Duo or Group
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- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding New Artist
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- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Album
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- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Music Video
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- Tony Award for Best Musical
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- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture
Groups
- Deena Jones and the Dreamscurrent
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Identifiers & aliases
Jennifer Kate Hudson, also known by her nickname J.Hud, is an American singer, actress, producer, and talk show host. Having received numerous accolades for her work in music, film, television, and theater, Hudson became the youngest woman and third African-American recipient of all four major American entertainment awards: Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony (EGOT) in 2022. She was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2013, and Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2020.
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