Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson , born Jennifer Kate Hudson on September 12, 1971 , is a person from the United States who works as an actor , musician , singer-songwriter , spokesperson , and artist . Hudson was born in Chicago , where she is currently located . She was educated at Dunbar Vocational High School and Langston University .

Throughout her career, Hudson has explored various genres in the music industry , including pop music , rhythm and blues , soul music , contemporary R&B , and funk . She is considered a singer and has had competition with artists like Mariah Carey .

Jennifer Hudson has received numerous awards for her work, such as Grammy Awards , Black Reel Awards , British Academy Film Awards , Critics' Choice Movie Awards , and Golden Globe Awards . She has also won at the Palm Springs International Film Festival , Satellite Awards , BET Awards , and Daytime Emmy Awards . Hudson has been recognized by the National Board of Review and received accolades such as NAACP Image Awards , People's Choice Awards , and Teen Choice Awards . Additionally, she has won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album and the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album .