Jennifer Hudson is looking back at one of her biggest rejections — without which, she would not be the EGOT honoree she is today! The singer and actress, 42, shot to fame as a standout and fan ...

Hudson was part of the third season of American Idol (2004). As a fan-favorite, her exit from the show was unexpected, to say the least. In the X clip, then-host Ryan Seacrest also added, she was ...

Back in 2004, Jennifer Hudson made her national television debut as a fan-favorite contestant on American Idol Season 3. Unfortunately, she didn’t win the season — but she didn’t need to.

Jennifer Hudson on American Idol in 2004. Jennifer Hudson still gets mesmerized looking back at her run on American Idol. The EGOT winner and mom tells PEOPLE how she's still surprised about where ...

In the series premiere of The Jennifer Hudson Show, the host will reunite with the former American Idol judge for their first sit-down conversation since she placed seventh on the show in 2004 ...

Jennifer Hudson is sharing a reminder to "never give up on your dreams" on the 20th anniversary of her "American Idol" elimination.. The 42-year-old singer, who has gone on to be one of the most ...

Jennifer Hudson, 42, reflected on her American Idol elimination that took place 20 years earlier - which eventually led the star on a journey to achieve her current EGOT status.

And Jennifer Hudson finished seventh in Season 3 of American Idol. But the EGOT winner hasn’t let that misstep hold her down, and apparently isn’t holding any grudges.

Jennifer Hudson has reflected on her rise to stardom, admitting that she was surprised by her success. NFL News: Chiefs bring back familiar QB as Browns replace Deshaun Watson with Patrick Mahomes ...

Hudson later invited Samone to join her as a guest on her daytime talk program, “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” in 2022. She also encouraged Samone to pursue “American Idol” when Samone asked ...

Jennifer Hudson is honoring her late teacher, former American Idol vocal coach Debra Byrd, following the singer's death. Hudson, who came in seventh during the hit singing competition's third ...

Jennifer Hudson is filled with gratitude for her American Idol journey. The EGOT winner, 42, began her rise to stardom as a standout and fan-favorite on the third season of the the competition ...