Jennifer Hudson News

Rachel Dratch and Julianne Hough will host New 42's annual gala on Monday, June 5 at the Plaza Hotel. See who is being honored, and learn how to purchase tickets!

On May 26, 1993, when the Princess of Wales Theatre officially opened, it solidified Toronto’s growing status as a major urban centre. Take a look back at the theatre's 30 year history!

Final casting and the full creative team has been announced for the London season of the smash-hit musical A Strange Loop. A Strange Loop is transferring from Broadway to London’s Barbican Theatre for a one-time-only 12-week limited season from 17 June, with a producing team including the National Theatre, Jennifer Hudson and Alan Cumming among others.

International pop music sensation Jamie Miller has released his highly anticipated single “Maybe Next Time” via BMG. The soaring single details the aftermath of a major disappointment and the heartache that comes with it. Prior to release, the song garnered over 31K pre-saves and 15M views on TikTok. 

Cleveland Play House will bring its 2022-2023 season to a close with the world premiere production of Ken Ludwig's Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure. Running April 29 through May 21 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.

The National Music Council of the United States will honor music visionaries Ray Chew and Vivian Scott Chew at the organization's 39th annual American Eagle Awards on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at the American Federation of Musicians Convention in Las Vegas.

Steele, a former demo and backup singer for Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson, Rihanna, and Bette Midler and original Broadway cast member of Hairspray began work on Gold Dust reluctantly during a period of paralyzing self-doubt during the pandemic.

Marking the first time an elected national leader appears on the freshman show, Harris discusses how her life has changed since becoming the first Black woman Vice President in American history, her goal of writing a cookbook, and how she misses quiet walks and driving. Watch videos from the Kamala Harris' episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show now!

The National Theatre has announced two new productions, Roald Dahl's The Witches, in a co-production with the Roald Dahl Story Company, and The Effect, in association with The Jamie Lloyd Company.

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to sit down for an exclusive daytime talk show interview on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” This marks the first time an elected national leader will be featured as a guest on the freshman show. Additional upcoming guests include legendary actor Samuel L. Jackson, multi-hyphenate Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and more.

Some of the most influential names in entertainment - Alan Cumming, Ilana Glazer, Jennifer Hudson, Mindy Kaling and Billy Porter - will reunite to produce the smash-hit musical in London when it opens at the Barbican Theatre for a one-time-only 12 week limited season from 17 June.

Reality star and fashion expert Tan France makes an appearance on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” The week continues with comedian Rob Riggle, “Daisy Jones & The Six” star Sam Claflin, the multi-talented Tisha Campbell, followed by WWE’s wrestling champions Nikki and Brie Bella, and sports commentator Stephen A. Smith. Watch videos now!

The Hulu reality star discusses the new season of “The Kardashians,” including her family drama and her skin cancer diagnosis. Khloé also reveals she is currently single, if she would set up her sister Kim on a date, and whether she would consider joining a dating app. Plus, Khloe shares her thoughts on her mother, Kris Jenner. Watch videos now!

New 42 will present the return of their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, which will be taking place on Monday, June 5 at 6PM. See who is taking part, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Relied upon for vocal duties by David Foster, Stevie Wonder, and Quincy Jones, Sheléa had all the range, skill, and technique to carry Aretha Franklin's challenging repertoire,” and now she brings that repertoire and so much more to the Staller Center in an intimate evening on April 22.

Ebony Repertory Theatre will present the Tony Award-winning musical AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ as its 15th Anniversary Season Opening Production. 

Grammy Award-winner Reba McEntire makes an appearance on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” The country icon, who is currently on tour, chats about why she decided to return as a mentor for Team Blake on Blake Shelton’s last season of “The Voice.” Don’t miss the video of Jennifer and Reba singing Aretha Franklin’s “Respect” together.

Stephanie Mills appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show, performing “Home” with Hudson and 'Be A Lion' from The Wiz. Stephanie Mills originated the role of Dorothy in the original 1975 Broadway production of The Wiz. She later returned to The Wiz to play Aunt Em in the 2015 live production on NBC. Watch the videos now!

The EP is flushed with nostalgic R&B and pop melodies and armed with vocal capabilities that have garnered her comparisons to the likes of Whitney Houston, Aailyah, and Alicia Keys. The EP is spearheaded by Kilgore and world-renowned producer, Adam Blackstone (Nicki Minaj, Janet Jackson).

Jennifer welcomes actor Michael Urie who opens up about his obsession with Barry Manilow and jokes that he used his “Ugly Betty” fame to meet the star.  The “Shrinking” actor talks about his past job as a marijuana research test subject and how working on the Apple TV+ series inspired him to start therapy. Watch the video now!