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.
The judging panel for Season 13 of 'American Idol' is starting to take shape and Jennifer Hudson is reportedly the first celeb to sign on for one of the four open spots.
Giving hope to everyone who's keeping their fingers crossed for an all-alumni judging panel for next year's 'American Idol,' Jennifer Hudson is now officially on board.
One down -- two to go.
'American Idol' is getting desperate for ratings, and they've already cleaned house at the judges' table. To salvage the show, they're looking for fresh blood -- fresh and familiar blood.
Producers are reportedly considering 'Idol' alums Adam Lambert, Kelly Clarkson and Jennifer Hudson to judge season 13. And we think it's kind of a bang-up idea.
Jennifer Hudson, a onetime Best Supporting Actress winner, donned a long-sleeved, midnight blue lace dress by Roberto Cavalli for the 2013 Oscars. It was certainly a shade not worn by other celebs on the red carpet, and it made her stand out.
The Super Bowl is all about fun times and mirth and merriment. But Super Bowl XLVII kicked off with an emotional moment of incredible weight, when the Sandy Hook Student Chorus from Newton, Conn. stepped onto the field to sing 'America the Beautiful' at tonight's (Feb. 3) big game. The children sang the song on their own before being joined by diva Jennifer Hudson.
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.
Look out, Katharine McPhee and Megan Hilty! Jennifer Hudson's voice soars in a clip from JHud's upcoming appearance on Season 2 of the Broadway-themed musical drama 'Smash.'
R&B superstars Jennifer Hudson and Usher were among the singers and celebrities who paid tribute to Whitney Houston during the CBS special 'We Will Always Love You: A Grammy Salute to Whitney Houston,' which aired Friday (Nov. 16).
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.
