She was released from her contract with Righteous Records so that she could appear on American Idol in 2004. Hudson auditioned for the third season of American Idol in Atlanta.

Dec 5, 2025 · Jennifer Hudson, American actress and singer who first garnered attention on the reality TV show American Idol and later earned acclaim for her music and acting. She …

Jennifer Kate Hudson (born September 12th, 1981) was a contestant on Season 3 of American Idol. Jennifer auditioned in Atlanta. She sang "Share Your Love with Me" by Aretha Franklin. …

Apr 21, 2024 · Jennifer Hudson is looking back at one of her biggest rejections — without which, she would not be the EGOT honoree she is today! The singer and actress, 42, shot to fame as …

May 9, 2025 · Jennifer Hudson is a judge on The Voice season 13, but let's not forget about her journey to stardom from American Idol and her first audition. This "American Idol" alum's …

May 7, 2025 · Jennifer Hudson opened up about her ‘American Idol’ elimination 21 years later in an exclusive interview with Parade.

Jul 1, 2025 · The journey of Jennifer Hudson on American Idol started in April 2004 during Season 3. Even though her powerful voice astounded audiences, she unexpectedly finished in …

May 7, 2025 · While competing on the third season of American Idol, Jennifer Hudson proved her talents week after week. But as the competition narrowed down the singers, she found herself …

Jennifer Hudson's audition

Feb 20, 2025 · American Idol season 3 finalist and EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson has announced a major career milestone, as her talk show, The Jennifer Hudson Show, has been renewed for …