Jennifer Hudson Reunites with the Stars of ‘American Idol’ | The Jennifer Hudson Show

Jennifer Hudson knows how special it is to be a part of “American Idol” history! Check out Jennifer catching up with her fellow Season 3 contestant Fantasia, as well as David Archuleta, Adam Lambert, Katharine McPhee Foster, and Scotty McCreery. Plus, JHud reunites with the O.G. panel of judges, Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, and Randy Jackson.
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[@MrHollywoodJade]

That segment with David was so beautiful!! His vulnerability, comfort and trust in you is what is needed in conversations like this.

[@stillunsweetened4403]

I agree

[@IAmOfficiallyLeland]

Balled my eyes out 😢

[@y0amber]

I love that Jennifer Hudson got her full circle moment . One door closes is only opening doors for your blessing! Never give up! How inspirational ❤️

[@orlandosumlin]

Wow David really moved me. He laid it all out there. Much respect

[@BallroomSceneNerd]

💯 agreed. I was moved with his sincerity

[@surfhealthy4272]

Jennifer looks absolutely stunning with her hair pulled back. She’s always gorgeous, but I really love this style-it highlights her eyes and that amazing glow!

[@sakariamwiiyale7375]

My thoughts exactly. It just brings her beauty out.

[@chavounmaybell1420]

Can we talk about how great Paula looks !

[@keonta81]

Right she's like 60 something too

[@chavounmaybell1420]

@@keonta81 Exactly! Just wow

[@BB-qm1iw]

Good surgeon

[@IAmOfficiallyLeland]

​@@BB-qm1iwor genetics! She is Hispanic, which means there's melanin which means skin holds up longer. Not to say she didn't have any but you guys have got to stop assuming beauty at an older age is the result of surgery

[@margaretrawlins1751]

Paula looks really good. I love her.❤

[@paulinemuthena6545]

I agree Jennifer looks beautiful with her hair pulled back whether in a bun or ponytail.Gorgeous

[@kymshirley4850]

When Jhud was eliminated my brother in law THREW the remote and said, “I’m never watching idol again”! 😂 he did in time 🤩

[@kimberlywhitehead22]

Simon almost wants her to thank him for eliminating her towards goal of keeping it pushing

[@kristinpatrick6342]

Same 😂😂😂

[@marshaglenn2919]

Same with me. I never watch that show again!!!

[@afivehouserocks6955]

I was right there with him!😬 Wasn't no way those beast singers were in the bottom...

[@knbsd3876]

Same, when Brandy lost on DWTS!

[@Ladywisdom55]

Being eliminated was the best thing that could’ve ever happened to Jennifer Hudson. And I’m sure she knows that look at her now.

[@tomisasmith1246]

HELLO, IT WORK OUT FOR HER..

[@bettyjones3921]

Simon criticized her from day 1!

[@MillionaireLaketa]

Being on the show period was the best thing , whether eliminated or not . She still won and had several people viewing her talent . When you have a calling , it will come and pick you up , no matter where you are .

[@kristinpatrick6342]

Adam Lambert I absolutely love him. “Plant the seeds sometimes fate needs a little help”… totally needed this ❤

[@deniseashmore7304]

Hats off to J Hud, no sense in having animosity, look @ her now ❤😊

[@christinespiers-wy9kr]

Loved the movie “Dream Girl”.

[@chiriforever6535]

Omg Paula Abdul is my crush 😻 regardless she’s aging she still looks the same 😊

[@154angel154]

Sooo pretty with her hair pulled back!!!

[@iamanthonyball]

So many of The American Idol's cast have phenomenal stories. GOD IS AMAZING HOW HE ORCHESTRATES THE LIVES OF MILLIONS AROUND THIS WORLD 🌎 THANK YOU JHUD FOR SHARING THE AFTERMATH STORIES. I'M FOR CERTAIN THERE'S MORE ❤

[@michellemeighan1604]

Glad you kept going Jennifer! Loving you!!!

[@timman5989]

David really said something that so many of us gay and queer people especially ones raised in the church feel. I can be such a heavy thing to carry and feel like you can’t “fix it.”

[@SisterToSister-yv8fz]

Look to the hills from whence cometh your help. ❤️

[@lamielemcmillan76]

I can raise my hand to that. I was kicked out of church because i was gay

[@yellarose48]

God will never go against His own Word.

[@HarryTt-gt3od]

The last lady is a fantastic actress. I really love all her movies.❤

[@MrHollywoodJade]

I love this because sincerely yall went through something so singular that you are bonded for life. Its your own special club.

[@goldeneagle1942]

All of Jennifer Hudson shows are so exciting and have so much love from the hearts ❤❤❤❤

[@JonteTheArtist]

I can see that jennifer hudson isnt intimidated by Simon. I think Simon and Paula are very proud of the success of all the idols. This is why so many wanna try out for the show. Jennifer is a good example of following your dreams. ❤

[@annettemaxwell3816]

I'm in the uk American Idol, was compulsive viewing back then. The whole family would rush home to watch American Idol. Without doubt back then American Idol was a ground breaking show. It was far better than the Reality Shows on TV today.

[@valerieakon7313]

When Jennifer and fantasia were on the show was the best season . I remembered saying man this was a hard competition to pick cuz they were great soon they open their mouth

[@Chichi.S]

Beautiful Jennifer 😘💕💕💕

[@christinespiers-wy9kr]

Love the judges this season! Love JHud!

[@mramin8003]

I love this since I was a huge fan of the show (I downloaded some of the performance videos and watched it over and over).. brings back memory lane!

[@slimtee2]

I remember David Archuleta and I remember feeling sorry for him for some reason. David was a good hearted kid but I felt he was the judges favorite, even when he didn’t do well with certain songs. However, I always liked him and glad he can be himself now. God loves this young man tremendously. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. ❤

[@TheKopiGuy]

David spoke his truth and I love him more for that. ❤❤❤

[@elizabethmack5407]

Randy was the number one reason that you got vote off the show but God show them he didn’t want you to win he had something else for you it was for Fantasia at that time after that I was finishing with the show I just love you and Fantasia continues to be bless

[@afivehouserocks6955]

Best cast ever on Amer Idol.

[@ShantayNorth82]

Omg David! His story is so powerful! I was raised Catholic and pressured into an abusive marriage so I wouldn’t be seen as a sinner and it’s haunted me for much of my life. I’m just now beginning to heal from the trauma of this to hear what David went through. I connected so profoundly!

[@vandoauguste3700]

JHUD I love you, you are such a wonderful person and a blessing for so many, I wish I could say it right in front of you, maybe one day.

[@nerlandemalvoisin2417]

You are a blessing and God gave you a such talent. Blessings upon you JHUD!!❤❤❤

[@maryclinton4276]

Simon, that is not what happen sir you treated Jennifer badly, and she still succeeded in spite of ❤❤❤❤❤love you. J HUD IN YOUR HAPPY PLACE

[@reneelulam2358]

Does anyone remember LaToyah London? Phenomenal performer, same season as Jennifer. I thought she would win because she had such a rare talent, one of the rounds, she didn't sing as well as she usually did and the coaches were really hard with their criticism, and she did not make it to the next round. I remember how the coaches realised that their criticisms had swayed the votes and startes reminding everyone about voting for talent. I wonder what she does now, where she is.

[@tianicole4737]

Loved Her

[@CandiceBCouriers]

I voted for LaToya. She was my absolute fave, probably of all seasons. She still sings, but she didn't make it as big as I had hoped.

[@nesq4104]

She was literally the best of the 3 divas. Perfectly balanced voice. Sang everything well

[@MariaDiaz-vj1tu]

She was my favorite to win as well

[@patriciarogers791]

Happy birthday, my sister Virgo ♍️ 🎉❤😊

[@darrylwoodley6022]

Sometimes things happen for a reason.

[@Topherhoa]

Great to see this montage of Idols more future interviews please! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@aleathacoleman6413]

Jennifer was a judge on The Voice.

[@strikelee3369]

Things happen for a reason, and had she not been eliminated, she would probably not be having these interviews, nor be a host, nor win an Oscar, etc, so people need to stop holding on to their grudges and let it lay to rest once and for all!

[@christinespiers-wy9kr]

Happy Birthday, Jennifer!

[@gailturner9381]

We love you Jennifer ,And love your guests on the show keep up the good work you're doing ❤🎉🎉

[@gailturner9381]

You're so welcome 🥰

[@afoga1884]

They all looked great especially Fantasia! She looks fantastic! JHud you are exactly where you should be. God did not make any mistakes.😊

[@QueenNanaRena]

Scotty was one of my favorites to get especially the night that he sung in Elvis song😂❤

[@andrewduncan83]

Wow!! That David A. interview 😢

[@timman5989]

What Priscilla said was so beautiful and kind!!!🧡🧡🧡

[@dalamirgo]

Now that katy perry is gone, jennifer should absolutely be a judge for once at least😩long overdue

[@shawnteeisme]

I think they are tryna get Carrie underwood but I would prefer Jennifer or Fantasia

[@afrilifewealth8743]

And I think she would like to be judging from her response. She'd make a great judge!

[@imnojoke1945]

​@shawnteeisme she don't have to time for that.

[@KarenMalave-x2l]

She has done so on The Voice both in the US and UK

[@obie3490]

David I love you and have felt all you've said God bless you for speaking about this

[@JonteTheArtist]

We forget that they were on idol because they're now such big stars in the entertainment. And has been embraced by the entertainment world. ❤

[@beverlyspringer790]

Simon has come FULL circle...I Loved him then on American Idol and I Loveeeee him NOW on AGT and I AM NOW HIS BIGGEST FAN...I AM Now Living in LA as a travel Rn from NJ and I GO TO ALL The AGT Shows AnD Jennifer Hudson Shows on my days OFF..I Loveeeee Uuuu BOTH..WoooooHoooo!!!! #purplenursebev💜💜💜💜😍⚡Loveeeee Uuuuu @simoncowell

[@katherinebrooks7273]

Sounds like this could be a Great Movie Jennifer. Bringing All of your Friends Together Again. It would be A Hit. I Hope You can do this with Your Friends.

[@jaikailabenjamin8576]

Love you guys so much big up ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@salumhamdu6633]

Lovely ..Jubbly show my dearest❤❤🎉🎉🎉 keeping going please🎉🎉😢

[@berthageorge2627]

I remember that with clarity. Simon was useing sociology ( during those times & praying it wouldn't back fire ,and his smart moves paid off .) He wouldn't say it , because the world wouldn't believe it ! ((( He had begain to see earlier in his career on his show ,what he liked " at that time " most would vote against / and what he dislikes ,many would vote for (( untill few years they saw his ways of doing things👍 )). ..... I was there when my area first aired the show ,I watched for years ❣️ Loved that genius helping youth decover they could have a way out or they could get recognized foe employment in there area if they don't win as an artist ❣️ He helped many to a way up across America and the shows abroad as well ❣️👍🤗♥️ He knew she was Great ❣️He gambled on America and it worked ,they came out the wood work for this fantastic wonderful young lady.......and she didn't disappoint anyone ❣️👍☺️🤗♥️

[@bryantjohnson5018]

Beautiful Show ❤️❤️❤️

[@christinespiers-wy9kr]

Love both of them!

[@rhepsiechristian8510]

Randy Jackson 😮

[@Allabout.fantasia]

She should bring fantasia back

[@kokolove9542]

She said, do you know it's my birthday, he said yes. and moved on

[@janicemoore7940]

But he also motioned to the flowers he had gifted her.

[@johnjackson1466]

Ruben studdard and Clay Aiken should come to this show.

[@quintinaabbott8432]

They was on tour last, they came to Jacksonville, Florida and me and my sister went and it was awesome

[@warrenbutler8990]

NEVER THOUGHT ABOUT THE JUDGES. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@rmhowell3531]

Love this Idol show please do others with those who did not make the finals

[@kathleensmith9938]

Happy birthday always blessed and loved by so many

[@reggiegamble3726]

I loved this. Just wish it would keep going and have Carrie Underwood, Ruben Studdard, Clay Aiken, Bo Bice, Chris Daughtry...

[@SummerReign03]

Scottie is definitely Zaddy these days. That’s a grown man right there Savannah 😂

[@SlowtoWrath863]

That color looks great on Jennifer! (the segment with Paula Abdul). The toned-down fuchsia color is also good on her (Simon segment).

[@winsomeedwards5000]

And I am still piss about your limitation , i still believe your the winner Jennifer in my heart .

[@dsylla5064]

Fantasia deserved that win !

[@tendaichigariro6083]

I am still mad about her being eliminated 😂😂😂

[@baytownsgreatest]

Her being eliminated was the best thing that ever could have happened. If she would have won and was locked into their contract, she wouldn't be who she is today.

[@1027missross]

Jennifer went on to bigger and better things, she won an Oscar for her first movie, then Grammys, an Emmy and a Tony.. she's the youngest EGOT

[@Li-wh5wj]

"Weekend in New England" is Jhud's best performance on Idol.

[@Sanfor9]

JHud still seems hurt from the elimination based on the line of her questioning. It shows that people can be strong enough to move on but encouraging words from the people/ situations that hurt is necessary for healing. Everything happened how they should though. Fantasia deserved to win and JHud deserved her subsequent win. It's all good.

[@jcsuperstar4646]

She doesn’t seem hurt whatsoever.

[@tracysheriff8813]

Love is Love

[@justnyla2780]

Paula looks so NICE here❤

[@lilyd47]

I can't believe JHUD is over 40. She looks so good! I mean they all do but I can't say the same of Simon. He needs Jesus operating in his life so he can age graciously..Lord have mercy praying for his soul. GOD is worthy to serve and be honored. Y'all know idols is not a good word as God hates it but if you draw people to him, he is okay with it as I know from time to time that's what fantasta and JHUD do. Glory to God. Because their lives is a testimony as everything was working together for their good. ❤

[@sipnog3528]

I love Simon Cowell. He discovered successful bands like Westlife.

[@jcunson6551]

LaToya should have been here too.

[@JosephCecilSmith]

💚Wins🎖️TrueLovingly!!‼️♥️ 🌍♥️💜💙💚💛❤♥️💚🌎

[@PatriciaKuhn-q3r6w]

I knew of Ms London. Her mother and step father are a Deacon and member at Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland

[@tglover520]

Katherine is even more gorgeous now ❤❤❤

[@acoleman6621]

I loved her Barry Manillow song if I remember correctly

[@JenniFrom_daBlock]

I caught that on Fantasia segment when Jennifer was trying to reel her in to not go there on any negatives 😏

[@cynthiabernard3621]

No, it was Fantasia who said they put them all together which was true, and Fantasia who said they all worked hard because they all wanted to win and they also knew there could only be one winner. Jhud said now look you are on my show as if Fantasia and the others were less than and she was holding on to the pain where she was not chosen and Samon and the others moved on I love Jennifer Hudson and Fantasia. They are both incredible artist whom God has blessed with amazing talents and to God be the glory

[@victoria_luv]

David made me 😢

[@Princeladouille]

❤❤

[@nancysnead5132]

"DO NOT SEEK A PHYCIC OR YOU WILL BE DEFILED BY THEM"... LEVITICUS

[@arthurrobe1349]

Awsome

[@TeeTee-2016]

She didn’t win, but she won, lol.

[@navypinkdesign]

Any time I see a person cry over being eliminated from a competition show, I just wanna scream at them: “THIS COMPETITION IS NOT YOUR CAREER; you’re gonna be ok”

[@shanikaclark4804]

I saw Paula in buffalo with nkotb. Her set was the BEST! Dream come true!!!!

[@unclegarysglobalmediaforme9351]

Weekend In New England is one of my favorite Barry Manilow songs. It is NOT as bad as Simon says.

[@cre8152]

I will meet Jennifer one day, and we will talk an it will be great

[@Tippytoes54]

Thanks Randy I hope this was closure for her because I think she's hurt about being eliminated 25 years old .

[@evelynzudammon927]

Jennifer could you have J Paul and Kevin James Graham on your show? These are two phenomenal singers who got eliminated way too early off of the VOICE.

[@ncdiva919]

NC STAND UP

[@travfrank6465]

I feel like Simon is totally trying to get on her good side and being ingenuine

[@ladidiiliya9627]

You are joking right?

[@travfrank6465]

@ladidiiliya9627 no I'm not, it's such a guilt trip it's not even funny

[@anthonydixon4636]

I think he’s def still snarky. But he seems very toned down now with age

[@MarcusCullen-k2p]

Now if we can just get Ruben Studdard on the show as well and i know its a long shot but maybe Kelly Clarkson if its possible.

[@babd7176]

Why is it a long shot for Kelly to be on her Show. She has had other Talk Show Hosts on her Show before.

[@Itisaboutangeltoday]

Kelly been on the show. They are good friends

[@babd7176]

@@Itisaboutangeltoday I don't watch Jennifer 's show regularly, but I do know that her an Kelly are friends, so I was wondering what the original poster was going on about. I need to look up the episode though.

[@sherrywheaton4945]

And Clay Aiken.......he n Reuben do concerts together. I follow both of them and they're close friends, which is nice to see them together.

[@Itisaboutangeltoday]

@@MarcusCullen-k2p Kelly been on Jhud show. They are good friends

[@raychellstringfellow1922]

Do u know it’s my birthday and didn’t say happy birthday to her wow 😮🎉

[@tammyebutler4550]

Be just responded "Yeah, I know!" And kept it moving

[@szewei85]

Haha nice

[@MichaelRegan-e2d]

David was so deeply indoctrinated by his faith that it took so long for him to accept himself. For years I have perceived him as fundamentally naive and immature. Boy, was I wrong. Today, he has grown into a role model for other gay youth. He is the most honest and sincere human being I know, who happens to be gay. I admire him so much.

[@kabbashirley2607]

Wait, Jennifer Hudson 41yo😮😮😮 she looks like in her 20s

[@richardwaugh9368]

It's called Botox

[@brenlee8289]

Nah ... it's black girl magic ❤​@@richardwaugh9368

[@DeeJunes]

What about Frenchie Davis?! 😂

[@mamajj8279]

I like Katharine McPhee too! She's absolutely beautiful, the natural kind of face that you would want to play a princess or an innocent hopeless romantic in your favorite romance movie, but she's NO fantastic actress and is absolutely NOT innocent. Some stories just can't be unread🤦🏿‍♀️

[@musamhelembe8086]

😭😭Simon bring back Singing competitions.

[@Da-nomusic561]

Hi JUD i love you I'm haitian and i live in haiti my dream is to sing with you one day make my dream come true my queen

[@goodbyelullaby4894]

Where is Joshua Ledet!?