Jennifer Hudson – Entertainably

9:02 am, August 1st, 2013

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Jennifer Hudson broke down in tears while accepting an accolade born from tragedy at Wednesday’s Do Something Awards.

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The singer was honored for creating Hatch Day, where low-income, inner-city children are given school supplies ranging from crayons to USB drives.

The event was inspired by the Oscar and Grammy winner’s late nephew, Julian, and run through the Julian D. King Gift Foundation.

In 2008, the young boy was tragically murdered, along with Hudson’s mother and brother, by her sister’s estranged husband.

Julian himself actually created the idea behind the outreach event, in hopes of “hatching” the dreams of children like him.

The singer became emotional while watching the video package detailing her efforts, and then let the tears openly flow as she choked out an acceptance speech.

Check out the moving video below.

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Jennifer Hudson in Talks to Join American Idol as Judge: Reports

May 23, 2013Gossip Cop

American Idol Jennifer Hudson

8:51 pm, May 23rd, 2013

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Jennifer Hudson may be returning to “American Idol” — as a judge.

The Oscar and Grammy winner — who was shockingly voted off in seventh place during season 3 — is reportedly in talks to join the music competition for its next season.

Hudson has already received an offer from the show’s producers, according to Vulture and The Wrap.

FOX is said to be revamping the show for its 13th year, including its judges panel.

Randy Jackson has already announced his exit, and Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey, and Keith Panel are not expected to return, either.

Hudson would be the first alum of the series to serve as a judge.

Earlier reports also floated season 1 winner Kelly Clarkson and season 8 runner-up Adam Lambert as possible judges, but both stars have since distanced themselves from the claims.

Gossip Cop has reached out to a rep for Hudson, but has yet to hear back.

FOX had no comment.

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