Jennifer Kate Hudson (born September 12, 1981) is an American actress, singer and model. She first gained notice as one of the finalists on the third season of the FOX television series
American Idol. She went on to star in the 2006 motion picture
Dreamgirls for which she has won numerous awards, including an
Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, a
Golden Globe Award, a BAFTA and a SAG Award.
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