Award-Winning Singer, Actress & Producer; EGOT Recipient; Host of "The Jennifer Hudson Show"

Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Jennifer Hudson Biography

Jennifer Hudson is a singer, actress, producer, and television host recognized for her contributions to American popular culture. Hudson first gained national attention as a contestant on "American Idol," where her performances established her as a rising figure in the entertainment industry. She later secured the role of Effie White in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical "Dreamgirls." Her performance, including a rendition of "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going," earned her a Golden Globe and an Academy Award in the supporting actress categories. In addition to her Academy Award, Hudson received a Screen Actors Guild Award, the Sammy Davis Jr. Award for entertainer of the year, and a BAFTA Award.

Hudson's achievements in film led to a successful music career. Her debut album, "Jennifer Hudson," won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Album. She made her Broadway debut in a stage adaptation of Alice Walker's "The Color Purple," earning recognition for her portrayal of blues singer Shug Avery and a Grammy Award for the soundtrack album. Her subsequent Top Ten albums, "I Remember Me" and "JHUD," coincided with roles in projects such as "Winnie Mandela," "Chi-Raq," and a Broadway revival of "The Color Purple." Hudson is also the author of the New York Times best-selling memoir, "I Got This: How I Changed My Ways and Lost What Weighed Me Down."

Hudson portrayed Aretha Franklin in the biopic "Respect," a role that received critical praise and reinforced her reputation as a versatile performer. As a co-producer, she won an Emmy for "Baba Yaga" and a Tony for "A Strange Loop," making her one of the few entertainers to achieve EGOT status. Hudson became the youngest woman and third African-American recipient of all four major American entertainment awards: Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony.

She has been inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Time included her among the 100 most influential people in the world. Hudson has performed for world leaders, including presidents, royalty, and the Pope, and has a day named in her honor in Chicago. "The Jennifer Hudson Show" has received multiple Daytime Emmy Award nominations and People's Choice Award nominations. The show's pre-show ritual, the Spirit Tunnel, has gone viral on social media, contributing to significant growth in its online following.

In addition to her artistic work, Hudson co-founded The Julian D. King Gift Foundation with her sister Julia Hudson to support children's health, education, and welfare. Her philanthropic efforts have been recognized with the AAFCA We See You Award and the NAACP Image Award for best talk show host. Hudson's career spans music, film, television, and theater, establishing her as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/28/2026.

Jennifer Hudson Videos

Viola Davis Extended Interview | The Jennifer Hudson Show

Viola Davis Extended Interview | The Jennifer Hudson Show

Viola Davis shares with Jennifer Hudson how she met her husband 23 years ago and how she literally prayed for her husband to appear, asking God for...

New Talk Show Host Jennifer Hudson Is Still Learning TV Terminology

New Talk Show Host Jennifer Hudson Is Still Learning TV Terminology

Jennifer Hudson is used to appearing on television as an actress and a singer, but her new job as host of a daytime talk show is exposing her to all...

Together at Home with Jennifer Hudson

Together at Home with Jennifer Hudson

Jam out to Jennifer Hudson's full #TogetherAtHome — a virtual no-contact concert that aims to encourage everyone to take action and help ...

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    Jennifer Hudson is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Actor, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Broadcasting, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Journalist, Music, Overcoming Adversity, Reality TV, Television & Film
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Jennifer Hudson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jennifer Hudson for your event is available upon request. Jennifer Hudson generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Keke Palmer, Kelly Clarkson, Cynthia Erivo, Ava DuVernay and Shonda Rhimes. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jennifer Hudson for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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