Jennifer Hudson

Born: Chicago, IL, 1981

Years Active: 2005-2008

Influenced by: Barbra Streisand, Phyllis Hyman, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Celine Dion, Mariah Carey

Genre: R & B

Biography: Best known for her role as Effie White in the 2006 film version of the Broadway musical Dreamgirls, vocalist/actress ...

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Sep 15 2008 14:30PM by Tracey Ford

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The Boombox Music Blog: Jennifer Hudson's boyfriend David Otunga, who fought for VH1 reality "star" New York's affection on the network's show 'I Love New York 2,' popped the question to the 'Dreamgirl' on her 27th birthday ... [People]T.I.'s got some baby-mama drama. The... Read more

 
Jul 10 2008 6:30AM by Tracey Ford

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The Boombox Music Blog: Artist: Jennifer HudsonSong: 'Spotlight'Why You Should Watch: The 'Dreamgirl' refuses to let her man suffocate her in the new video for the first single off her upcoming debut album. Buy 'Spotlight' on iTunes. ... Read more

 
May 29 2008 6:30AM by Tracey Ford

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The Boombox Music Blog: Artist: Jennifer HudsonSong: 'Spotlight'Why You Should Listen: This 'Dreamgirl' prefers to live under her own "spotlight," instead of being a prisoner of love. Listen Now... Read more

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