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Jennifer Hudson To Star In Upcoming Aretha Franklin Biopic
Jan 30, 2018
Jennifer Hudson To Play Aretha Franklin Jennifer Hudson will be starring in an upcoming Aretha Franklin biopic, according to E! News—and really, it doesn’t get more perfect than that. Hudson, once a former American Idol contestant, now an Oscar, Golden Globe, and SAG winner for her role as Effie White in 2006’s Dreamgirls, was handpicked by the Queen of Soul herself, Clive Davis confirmed. The music pro...
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Jennifer Hudson Battles Racism Within Her Own Home
Jan 8, 2018
And by home we mean neighborhood. Jennifer Hudson has gone on record saying that she faces descrimination every day, despite being an American Idol alum, a Voice coach, and an Oscar winner! “People also assume that my home belongs to my white driver, Charles,” Hudson, 36, told Cosmopolitan UK...
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American Idol Says Goodbye With Jam Packed Show
Apr 9, 2016
American Idol out.....for now? The final words of Ryan Seacrest during last nights massive Idol finale definitely stirred the pot as to what the future holds for the iconic show, but let's get to the show itself. Before announcing Trent Harmon as the series (?) finale winner, we were treated to a spectacle that featured Idols past and present in a showstopping two hour spectacle of live television. The event saw the return of all previous winners, from a pre-taped performance from original Idol queen Kelly Clarkson (who's expecting her 2nd child at any moment) all the way down to last years winner Nick F...
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Amber Riley To Make West End Debut In Dreamgirls
Feb 8, 2016
Dreamgirls is coming to London and your favorite songstress Mercedes Jones from Glee Amber Riley is set to play the role of Effie! It has been announced by The Daily Mail that Riley will make her West End debut in November of 2016. The first time the Glee-actress performed something from Dreamgirls was...
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Jennifer Hudson, Harry Connick Jr. To Perform Before Pope Francis' Mass At MSG
Sep 19, 2015
It is a venue well known for hosting the biggest stars of the music world, and it is a stage that is all-too-familiar for seasoned performers like Jennifer Hudson and Harry Connick Jr., but when these two are set to perform again at the iconic Madison Square Garden, they will be opening for a different kind of public figure. And it is for no less than Pope Francis himself, the spiritual leader of more than a billion Catholics worldwide, who is set to officiate mass at the famous venue on Sept. 25. The Archdiocese of New York made the announcement last Monday, ...
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Jennifer Hudson To Star In Aretha Franklin Biopic
Aug 19, 2015
Aretha Franklin is the latest iconic musician to have her very own biopic film in the works. With rumors about the casting making their way online for a while now, it has now been confirmed that songstress and actress Jennifer Hudson is in talks to star in it. This biopic will most likely turn out to be different than most films of the genre, as Aretha Franklin herself has approved of it. Produced by Straight Outta Compton’s Scott Bernstein, it seems the movie has found its star in Jennifer Hudson. And how could it not, since she’s one of the most talente...
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First Look At Kerry Washington As Anita Hill
Jun 17, 2015
It’s been known for a while that Kerry Washington had landed the starring role in HBO’s forthcoming film, Confirmation. However, we had yet to see the actress in the role of Anita Hill, but that has thankfully changed now, as the first photo has been revealed. Confirmation revolves around the story of Anita Hill, the attorney who sued her boss, Clarence Thomas, for sexual harassment. It was reported that he was leaving pubes on her soda can, amon...
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American Idol Reveals Top 7 On Billboard Night
Apr 8, 2015
It was going to be a busy night!! American Idol kicked off tonight with the announcement of guest mentors Florida Georgia Line and Jason Derulo. They would all be performing tonight as well. Jennifer Hudson and Iggy Azalea would also be hitting the stage. The Idol Fan Save was also back tonight, and it was anyone's guess as to who would need help from the fans. Who would nab a spot in the top 7? The remaining hopefuls would be tackling the Bilboard charts this week, which makes the song choices pretty scattered. Let's get right into this: 1. Jax - Poker Face by Lady Gaga Okay, so a couple positive things. She looked like a STAR and sounded amazing as usual. Ho...
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Iggy Azalea And Jennifer Hudson Team Up In "Trouble" Video
Mar 5, 2015
There's no stopping Iggy Azalea from promoting her debut studio album, The New Classic, and its repackaged version, Reclassified. With the Jennifer Hudson-assisted "Trouble" serving as her next single off the latter, the rapstress has now premiered the accompanying music video. The cinematic visuals for the jazzy dance tune find Iggy Azalea driving her boyfriend to the bank, before officer Jennifer Hudson arrests him for a robbery. The "Fancy" star is not quite ready to give up on him just yet, as she pays him a visit in jail and warns him for her master p...
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Oscars 2015 Fashion: Red Carpet, During The Show, And After!
Feb 23, 2015
The 87th Academy Awards last night honored the best in film by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS). Whether you were wishing for a Beyonce sighting on the carpet or Meryl Streep taking home a coveted statue, the unofficial trophies are always given in fashion. Before we choose our best, on the fence, and worst for this Oscars cycle, lets take a look at the fashion we saw on Oscars night. Dakota Johnson ...
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Jennifer Hudson And Rita Ora to Appear in FOX's Empire
Feb 5, 2015
FOX's new hit show Empire has quickly become a Wednesday night favorite. With the first few episodes breaking records in viewership, it just as quickly managed to secure a second season. We have official word that Rita Ora and Jennifer Hudson will be joining the cast later this season, playing themselves. Those aren't the only other big names Lee Daniels has been working with on this project. With cameos from the likes of Cuba Gooding Jr., Macy Gray and Courtney Love, we are sure to expect many more exciting appearances. Keep U...
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"Dancing With The Stars": The Grand Finale
Nov 26, 2014
Courtesy of New York Post It all comes down to this, and we already have some problems going into the finals. We all know Alfonso Ribeiro is nursing a pretty serious injury, but now w...
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Iggy Azalea Drops Ellie Goulding And Jennifer Hudson Collabs
Nov 26, 2014
Iggy Azalea went on to re-release her very successful debut studio album, The New Classic, as Reclassified. The repackaged version of course included a few brand-new tracks, along with two attention-grabbing collaborations, one with Ellie Goulding and one with Jennifer Hudson. On the one hand, the rapstress joined forces with Ellie on a track called "Heavy Crown". Produced by Invisible Men, the track builds into an electronic cut with hard-hitting beats and everything included. The attitude is also perfectly on point,...
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Jennifer Hudson Teams Up With Iggy Azalea On New Album Track
Sep 15, 2014
Jennifer Hudson is preparing for the release of her third studio album, JHUD. Among other collaborations, she joined forces with hot-right-now Iggy Azalea as well, on the track "He Ain't Goin' Nowhere". As the promotion of the record unfolds and we're only one week away from its release, the songstress premiered the track on her Soundcloud. The Pharrell Wi...
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Jennifer Hudson Reveals Tracklist For New Album 'JHUD'
Aug 28, 2014
Jennifer Hudson is preparing for the release of her third studio album, titled JHUD, and the former finalist of American Idol's third season has just revealed the official tracklist of the record, shortly after unwrapping the cover art. The songstress took to her Facebook page to announce that the song titles are now on iTunes, and we get to see that she teamed up with Iggy Azalea for a track. She also joined forces with Timbaland, R. Kelly, and T.I. on already released singles....
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The WaWa Welcome America Festival Reveals Its Star-Studded Concert Lineup
May 6, 2014
Megan Roche Staff Writer @MeganAnne2013 The organizers of the 2014 Wawa Welcome America Festival have revealed the musical guests that will take the stage during the largest free concert in America on July 4th. The performers are The Roots, Ed Sheeran, Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Hudson, Aloe Blacc, Ariana Grande and Vicci Martinez. The concert is a multi-day festival that celebrates America's birthday in America's birthplace of Philadelphia. Wawa has been a sponsor since 2010. For more info and to buy tickets, check out their...
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Popwrapped EXCLUSIVE: Jackie Boyz Talk Music, Hard Work And Unceasing Perseverance
Mar 14, 2014
Gloria Ayee Staff Writer @GloriaYAyee Some of the most important people in the music industry may be unrecognizable to the majority of people. If you have ever wondered who writes music for some of the biggest names on the Billboard charts, you are not alone. I reached out to The Jackie Boyz, who are behind some big music hits, to learn more about how they have been making a name for themselves as songwriters in the music industry. The Jackie Boyz are an American Grammy Award-winning singing and songwriting duo. Brothers, Car...
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Jessica Sanchez Performs "Let It Go" At Pinoy Relief Concert
Mar 13, 2014
Micky Thomas Staff Writer @Bzrknomnom American Idol 11th runner-up, Jessica Sanchez performed the Oscar winning song 'Let It Go' at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Sanchez was one of the many artist performing at a charity concert to benefit the victims of Typhoon Haiyan. Others performing at the concert include Jennifer Hudson, Pentatonix, Plain White T's, A Great Big World, DJ Poet Name Life and Charice. Sanchez performed the popular song accompanied on the piano by...
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Jennifer Hudson Got Her Start Moonlighting As A "Drag Queen"
Feb 28, 2014
RJ Staff Writer @RJ_Tina American singer and actress, Jennifer Hudson has surprised fans by declaring that she started her musical career as a drag queen of sorts in gay venues. The Dreamgirls star has reportedly said that she would go to gay bars with her best friend at the age of 16 or 17, just so she could perform. “I used to go to gay clubs when I was a kid. We were 16 or 17 and my best friend would pretend to be my manager, “ she told V! Magazine. “He’d have business cards made up and he’d negotiate for me to sing for...
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Annie Leibovitz Captures Hollywood's Elite In New Disney Dream Portraits
Jan 10, 2014
Ben Patton Staff Media Lead We’ve seen some really magical images from Annie Leibovitz over the years for her Disney Dream Portrait Series. Since 2007, the acclaimed photographer has been transforming some of the most iconic celebrities into timeless Disney characters. David Beckham, Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Julie Andrews, Zac Efron, Demi Lovato, Scarlet Johansson, Whoopie Goldberg and more many more have posed for the series of images, and a brand new set features the talent of musicians, actors and comedians. Jessica Chastain, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson, Jack Black, Jason Segal, Will Ferrell and Russell Brand all came out...
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American Music Award Fashion: Who Soared And Who Sank?
Nov 27, 2013
Dani Strehle & Ben Patton Content Editor Staff Media Lead This year’s American Music Awards were quite a spectacle. From lip-synching tabbies to robot unicorns, the theme really seemed to be “The More Ridiculous, The Better.” And that theme also apparently applied to the fashion. It was extremely hard for me to compile a best-dressed list, as there were so many ridiculous fashion moments. And while those that were good were VERY good, the same was true for the bad. This week, I’ve invited my good friend and colleague, Ben Patton, to also critique the stars I’ve chose...
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Jennifer Hudson To Get A Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Nov 18, 2013
Shelby Arnold Staff Writer Major kudos go out to Jennifer Hudson who received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The American Idol alum and Oscar winner is the first Idol contestant to win the prestigious award. Clive Davis was on hand at the ceremony to speak about Hudson and in the process, he compared the singer to two other famous coloured ladies who have left their mark on both the movie and music industry. "I have been privileged in over 25 years with two of the greatest voices of a...
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Keith Urban In But Jennifer's Still Battle For Idol's Final Seat
Aug 1, 2013
Jacob ElyacharStaff Writer This Just In! FOX News and ...
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Lopez Vs. Hudson: Who Will Snag Idol's Empty Chair?
Jul 31, 2013
Joey O’HernStaff Writer The American Idol saga continues! You may have heard that Idol is going through a complete overhaul in hopes of luring back in viewers and gaining the top spot as the number one reality singing competition show. After judges Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj and Randy Jackson all left the fa...
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White House Plans Star-Studded Social Media Obamacare Campaign
Jul 23, 2013
Brittany Goldfield RodriguesStaff Writer Entertainment personalities are using their powers for good, involving themselves in a new campaign for Obamacare. The plan, concocted at the White House, is aimed towards educating young people about the new health care law. Many entertainment figures, such as Jennifer Hudson, Amy Poehler, and Kal Penn, are taking part in promoting awareness. The personalities recently met at the White House to discuss the campaign. ...
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