Jennifer Hudson Sings Thank You to Simon Cowell

[@fitzy-jackgeorge2575]

Simon said “no one ever asked me to be on these shows so this is big for me” Awww!! 😊❤ 😊❤

[@haircutexperience]

He lies He's been on Kelly Clarkson, Ellen and late night talk shows as well!

[@reneegordon506]

She took the high road with Simon and held on to her confidence! Good for her! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@ce7768]

SIMON is honest. That's why he discovers STARS. All of them say this about him and never take it personally. It's worked out for 97% of them so SIMON was right.

[@ericdavis6261]

​@@ce7768that part!

[@margo7177]

Jennifer's first interview ... she sung a gospel...quite powerful.They were looking more so towards R&B.

[@maxiemeric]

She's very smart and she knewed that Simon speaks the truth's language, but he was rude on the show with Jennifer, and he can admit that today

[@ColorfulLaws101]

You were never out of your league, sweetie. You didn't have to win Simon over. You were destined to be a star!!!🥰

[@darlenecarter4083]

I love Fantasia, but Jhud out sang Fantasia, it didn't matter, God had other plans for Jhud and it was real.

[@patriciajones1959]

Awesome Show 🙏🏾

[@KeepSmiling447]

Please, lady, Simon knows his job. I love Jennifer but he was right then... She has a powerful voice that she couldn't control then but is great at it now.

[@breakthrough43]

exactly

[@shev7880]

@@KeepSmiling447 You’re absolutely right. I remember watch AI that season and I love her voice as well but she was all over the place and trying to do too much. It was magic sometimes and at other times it was a complete mess and she didn’t listen to tone down the acrobatic so the audience could get into her voice.

[@ari333]

I love seeing the softer side of Simon. Great for you Jennifer.

[@alb5801]

I think his son has softened him quite a bit. It’s great seeing this side of him.

[@adrielrichardson-lz2ut]

Humbled Simon

[@JamsieSmit]

Ever since he’s had his child he’s been super calm.

[@serious7179]

I'm so proud of Jennifer...she left American Idol and became more famous than the show! The singing at the end of the show made me cry

[@melissaburris3061]

I truly believe that Simon having a child of his own really softened his heart! He became more caring, sympathetic, and has more empathy towards others! I've watched other episodes of American idol since Jennifer Hudson,and you can see the difference in the way he judges ! He's still Simon, but with a much more Beautiful heart.

[@wecandoit2488]

No matter how terrible some believe Simon to be, You should notice that those auditioning breath that sigh of relief and a sense of accomplishment when Simon gives them that thumbs up. He has the talent like no-one else and many seek his validation.

[@renaymorris1509]

you hit the nail on the head

[@sequillarochelle4044]

Naw he knows he screwed up with Jennifer, she more than made it!!! Not to mention it was Fantasia's time

[@kamgill6175]

❤😊😮 Thanks for Enlightening Us with Your Insight 🧏🙏🏾🙏 ALLELUIA

[@kamgill6175]

❤

[@smiley_mack]

The world needs more Jennifer. She’s so strong after all she’s been thru

[@danielekung4143]

I swear down, she's got such a strong spirit 💕💕💕💕 sometimes I look at her and I'm like damn , how can someone be so smart, industrious, talented and got a nice character as well.... She's a huge inspiration to many 💕💕💕💕 I guess she really did put in the work😍😍😍😍 May God bless her real good 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@godslove7928]

She is mature

[@BlaQSheep]

Exactly didn’t her whole family die ?

[@tammywilliams9335]

@@godslove7928 So true

[@rogerjohnson833]

Stacia Martin You are obviously worldly like her. Birds of a feather flock together. You both need to repent or eternal hell will be your portion. IT'S JESUS OR HELL, YOU CHOOSE !

[@brownbeauty39]

Jennifer Hudson is definitely one of the best singers in our time

[@barbarachapman6774]

Yes, she is, I totally agree with you.

[@enitachipoyi1377]

Simon almost tearing up mentioning he is grateful to be. called to someone's show aww

[@keilajackson-anderson9576]

The way he talked about his child warmed my heart.

[@AndySaenz]

Dare I say it, but J. Hud is more successful than the other 6 singers that made it further than her on AI! She’s an EGOT winner, sold millions of records worldwide, and now she’s got her own talk show! She’s living proof that you don’t have to win on these talent shows to make it big in the music industry!

[@seanwilson1994]

And famous actor

[@szewei85]

Shouting out also to Chris Daughtry too hahaha

[@bromoboy]

really ? leona lewis sold way more than her, do we compare One direction too and 5th disaster ? 😂😂😂😂

[@bobmundeke5480]

​@@bromoboy his not comparing he's just saying how successful she's become

[@bromoboy]

@@bobmundeke5480 he's clearly comparing her to 6 other American Idol winners, read carefully

[@prisca4015]

Simon is one person that if you understand him, you'll enjoy him forever. He pretends to be mean but he is one of the most kind hearted ❤️ human being on earth...

[@semoneg2826]

True

[@bernadettesimmons1439]

I think so too

[@gogakushayemi]

Simon is blunt and brutal, but he is honest. I remember when JHud went out at number 7 in Idol. Was like HOWWW!?!?!? But honestly, I think not winning idol did her good. She is bigger than most of the winners now.

[@GullibleTarget]

Outrage marketing. Happens all the time in these shows. They take an obvious talent and relentlessly bring them down. The audience will be outraged. In the meantime the contestant gets offered a record deal under one of Simons' non idols ventures and gets offered lucrative deals. The audience will see this as a redemption arch and it looks as if said contestant went their own way. You really think it was a coincidence that J-hud got that part in Dreamgirls? You know how long that film had been in development?

[@Alex.Almodovar]

What a full circle moment for Jennifer. I am loving her show. After 3 months doing the show, she seems to have found her footing and confidence as a talk show host. Anything she puts her mind to achieving she always wins. I see another emmy in her future.

[@Elizabeth-vc5tz]

happy they got to reunite and the singing with the audience at the end was so heartwarming. Jennifer, you are amazing at hosting your show❤

[@marciaanderson4376]

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[@sophiew9769]

She has improved as a singer so much over the yrs

[@kevcart3789]

She was an awesome ANOINTED singer from DAY ONE!!!

[@nevetsnonnac3330]

@@kevcart3789 That's true AND she has grown as a vocalist. She has better control over that magic wand.

[@only1_2faced_themovie89]

I love how she kept a positive attitude Simon lost

[@tyh4180]

One of the greatest female vocalist of our generation

[@Josh-Stewart]

I love how sweet and caring she is to her audience and involved in them having a good time at the show.. she is inspirational 💙

[@evelynmcknight4644]

I just LOVE Jennifer’s energy. She’s a great hostess.

[@acmdu89]

He was so right when he said she had to learn to control her voice...AND SHE DID! BRAVO JEN!

[@kha5518]

I love Jennifer Hudson so much. She is nothing but pure inspiration. Every single day I am inspired by her.

[@gwendolynforest9610]

She really makes me cry with her voice.

[@datchess1]

Shine on sweetheart, you are truly loved.

[@MavethTheReaper]

Jennifer's voice legit had me in awe, I honestly just came on to see her and Simon talk but when she had the audience sing and then she beautifully sang omg had me tearing up I love her voice so much, and Simon seems like such a chill person with good energy, I loved this so much.

[@Peace2U2212]

Simon has changed a lot since he became a father.

[@patzmusica]

Im crying, one day I'll see JHud in person. I'll go to her show

[@willwife05]

*No lie I came on here to listen her and and that songgg had me tearing up 🥹 that’s crazy her voice is just different*

[@prrbb715]

Simon Was maybe wrong on his ways but his words were full of wisdom that fortunately helped Jennifer becoming the Star she is today.

[@1988vikable]

NO OH HE'LL NO

[@donnamontanarella2403]

It is so refreshing to hear Simon talk about being a parent. He has changed in so many ways since Eric was born and it's really beautiful to see. Becoming a loving daddy seems like his greatest accomplishment.

[@sophiacampbell8663]

I'm really proud to see how humble and grateful Jennifer has been ..inviting Simone to her show is really what Simon shows are about to unearth talent like her. She took his advise.Look her now

[@murielhardit-singh2050]

The

[@sinderabrissett4105]

I love me some Simon no matter what! Jennifer career went exactly the way it should! Not winning American Idol gave her the push she needed to become a Superstar!!

[@Rosannasfriend]

I appreciate Jennifer’s attitude. Simon has a terrible way of saying things but not everything he said was wrong, and I believe she became a better performer in part because of him.

[@stevenbeck]

My thoughts exactly. Simon came across unnecessarily harsh to Jennifer, but at the end of the day, his comments and platform allows her to become the person she is today.

[@mlane8980]

Lol, Jennifer didn't change a thing about her voice, it was her exposure on IDOL that landed her the award winning role in Dreamgirls, and Simon had nothing to do with that.

[@stevenbeck]

@@mlane8980 nothing to do with it??? Simon literally created Idol

[@damianarengo5723]

@@mlane8980 her talent landed her the awards I’m sorry haters 😜

[@mlane8980]

@@stevenbeck stick to the script. I was referring to @Rosannasfriend saying JHUD became a better performer because of Simon. Simon had nothing to do with JHud's star, she was a star when she appeared on IDOL and producers in the entertainment field saw it and cast her in the award winning Dreamgirls.

[@motorcitykitty700]

There is no one on this planet like JHud. Thank YOU Jennifer, we love you, too. 💜

[@9Hickson]

He did NOT!! break her❤️💪🏾❤️💐💐💐💐💐💐💐

[@sarakiahmebemeye2542]

This was one of top shows of all time, they finally came full circle on her show yesterday: Loved it, it was as good for him as was for her: Precious 💕💕💕💕

[@joseph9531]

Jennifer has such confidence.

[@marnyalken17]

Yes Simon was right that you where out of your debt on American Idol. Because look at you now, you were more than what American Idol needed. More than American Idol can handle!!! Bless you Jennifer Hudson.

[@mmarie294]

Jennifer took the high road. No one can take her shine!

[@JT-wn7wb]

This is how you punch back, handling it professionally and with class. Like saying eat s..... look at me now ❤ Jennifer, just amazing!!

[@jalex3645]

Never have I every heard such a humble, greatful, beautiful person, both inside and out who never ever forgot where she came from. Your beautiful Jennifer. Your show is the bomb and your clothing, wow. I tune in just to see what you are wearing

[@szewei85]

She likes satin from what i weekly see Just like myself every day in office is only satin blouse and satin skirt and i had 100 of them in my closet😂🤣

[@calmnesshq]

This is beautiful. Being positive about constructive criticism is really the secret to success. I love this! Well done. On the other hand, having a child and falling in love has really softened Simon. It's good to see the human part of him.

[@lionheartroar3104]

Jennifer is so talented and such a lovely person. A true megastar for all the right reasons.

[@ACIN05]

That outfit looks amazing on her! Color and fit is absolutely stunning! And, the thank you song was so moving.

[@lukeallan6486]

You deserve every blessing Jennifer. You risen through the hate and the loss of your family. I look up to you for your strength and attitude and that talent!!!! Wow must be the most talented soul singer to date.

[@wadiabe]

I like Simon because he is always true and doesn't fake. Good Jennifer listened to his word and pushed herself to become the big star she is today

[@PracticalPerry]

Wow, Jennifer can blow. Jennifer is a great person inside and out. Thanks for your music and love Jennifer Hudson.

[@leosnoy2023]

Dear J Hud Don’t let the Voice die Never… ❤😭👌🏾 Gawd bless ya 4 ever

[@MrFlob85]

The song at the end literally made me sob. I haven’t heard those words in years, and the song went straight to my 💜💜💜

[@Yoruba4U]

Jennifer has raw talent, when you couple that with all her training and the school of hard knocks she has been through, it has been the recipe for how great she has become vocally. Her attitude in learning and developing is everything.

[@szewei85]

JHud in idol raw JHud here is polished🫡🫡The transformation is real👏👏Lets not forget Daughtry and even Lambert who never won but still successful

[@fitzy-jackgeorge2575]

I love ❤ Jennifer because she’s so humble, grateful and so much talented… she said “I wanna see if I made him proud.” 😊😍🥰

[@popinu8840]

I love love love you too JHud you got me dripping tears of Joy hearing you sing.What a beautiful soul. GODS GIFT TO THE WORLD,🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@MegaSimoneB]

I always thought about Jhud's previous experience with Simon. It is one of the reasons I appreciate her approach to coaching. I am glad I get to witness this moment with them. A lot can be learnt from her attitude.

[@szewei85]

The Voice was a great payback 2 hone JHud coaching style and i digging it haha

[@sidneeto8672]

Perhaps THE MOST gracious person alive. Brava JHud!

[@CocoChanelle-1]

This was sooo good. Happy to see them together just enjoying each other! It lets you know that one “no” doesn’t determine your life.

[@szewei85]

Kelly and Jennifer my favorite idol alumni now haha👏👏

[@PC-zg3eo]

Gratitude is a must! Simon, speaks the truth. Without an honest evaluation, people remain complacent and without growth!

[@pharmatrix14singer]

This proves that this amazing talented woman named Jennifer Hudson doesn’t need to be confined in the four corners of American Idol. She doesn’t need to be the winner because she won outside American Idol. The world is bigger outside. Despite all of the accolades and success she had, Jennifer remains to be humble and dignified. Jennifer Hudson rocks!

[@dahna4822]

Ms Jennifer got me over here DONE!😭 Love her❤️

[@lr2075]

I know her momma, brother and nephew is proud of her from heaven above. You go JHUD.. throwing my shoe out.🤗

[@CaribbeanQueen72xx]

Wowwwww her voice had me in tears , there’s something so beautiful , humble , and angelic within her . I never watch the show , am gonna start now .♥️♥️

[@serious7179]

Me too...I cried so hard ..it was so peaceful and beautiful ❤️ with the audience singing, it sounded angelic

[@lolagreen9422]

Jennifer Hudson I loved her ,she has made it through rough and hard times ,she's an inspiration to a whole lot of people. ❤

[@parrisqueen2432]

Class Act! She could have demolished him and told him look at me now. Didn't see the whole thing but I didn't catch an apology and if there wasn't one Simon is wrong for that but KUDOS to Jennifer for being the bigger person. That was awesome everyone saw her graciousness!

[@1988vikable]

There was never a public apology from him to her. SIMON NEVER believed in Jen he actually said she would never be a solo artist that she should go back to the choir.

[@lorettabrister443]

You were born to be a star

[@blossomchinaka1167]

Wow! This was beautiful to watch! Thank you, Simon, and Congratulations on your Son and new Family. God Bless You Jennifer! A forever Voice! 😊🤗❤

[@river5554]

EVEN AFTER SO MANY YEARS; I HAVE A HARD TIME COMPREHENDING HOW CIVIL YOU ARE TO HIM. BLESS YOU FOR YOUR PERSONALITY.

[@Sarcasm1855]

Everytime she sangs I cry 😪‼️

[@blessingakhivbareme7153]

Beautiful, she's a classic and a power house. And Simon is absolutely great at what he does, and very sincere. Bless them both!.

[@crystalwilliams3681]

THIS IS SURREAL!! Why am I crying?!?!?!

[@Iammiyajay]

Omg her song at the end moved me. ❤🥹

[@luveeduvee6634]

Jennifer is so humble, so forgiving, so appreciative, and the best singer ever. Beautiful, beautiful soul. Quite the role model. Blessings Jennifer❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@DanSan-v1g]

All of what Simon said to Jennifer was become a motivation to become on top of Jennifer's dream today

[@fphelps1a]

I love Jennifer Hudson. Do down to earth! Too sweet

[@besottedbelovedlovely2560]

Loves her..she has a nice personality, Great Attitudes, Charisma, down to Earth #, dhd has comes A long Way..

[@lisapeterson5772]

Jennifer!!! Girl don’t ever stop singing!!

[@monicamalady1517]

Dream girls is one of my favorite movies!!! You are absolutely wonderful ❤️

[@outcognito]

Jennifer's blessing has been returned to her in many different ways. Thanks to Simon's shortsightedness. Love ❤️ 😍 💖

[@abisolaojediran3258]

It's always good to remember the days of one humble beginning and to appreciate the people that made this possible 👍🏾

[@jaiidevon3467]

Her voice always makes me cry. Like OMG I cant with Jennifer. ♥️♥️♥️

[@Reesie101]

She has a lovely attitude 😊

[@MzVonnie4187]

This incredible, beautiful, gifted woman has come a long way! The road she has taken & the journey she has been on to be where she's at now ... is Well Derserved ... continued Blessings in abundance to you Ms Hudson ... giving you your flowers now🌷💐🌹🌺🌷💐🌹🌺🌷💐🌹🌺

[@lakiizarungi1760]

Thank you for inviting Simon over, It was so heart warming to see him on your show.

[@Ladorisbell]

Oh how I love this show! 🙌🏾🙌🏾 Simon was a blessing in disguise 🥸☺️

[@KimHelm]

I love Jennifer to see where she started and to have been around when it happened as it happened, i'm so happy for her. I know it wasn't easy, she just made it look like it was.

[@elainegavin3458]

Lady Jennifer has it all, an amazing amazing voice, she's so beautiful inside and out an awesome actress, and more class than a schoolhouse. I can feel her Godly soul when I watch her.She has all the characters that encompass a "STAR"!🤩 She is my all time favourite female artist of this era. I love her.🤩She's simply! Sweet!

[@alexanderholzschuster7622]

What a woman, what a development, what a path! My greatest respect to Jennifer. A great person!

[@HarryTt-gt3od]

Simon is like a dad to the American idols especially the original ones because he gave constructive critiscism take it or leave it. His goal was to find pure talents and he did. It was not all about winning.❤

[@kiki1965]

Awesome... Simon is not so bad after all. He's that proverbial hard pill to swallow but in the end, you're better for it. Thank you #SimonCowell for Introducing Ms Hudson to the world!!! 🦋🏆🦋

[@juliarroberts1621]

JHud is a class act. Just a real gorgeous spirit.

[@dajours99]

Simply an amazing woman!!!! so proud of you JHUD!!!!

[@AhiLifestyle]

Still one of my favourite singers. Her voice, her energy, her personality, she is amazing! Also Simon looks so happy!

[@augreybaker9800]

What doesn’t break you make you stronger, you’re talent young woman

[@acmdu89]

This is my favorite video from her show so far. This is JHUD Y'all. Her true SPIRIT. Love you JEN🥰😘

[@sandraanderson-lf4yu]

This lady is gifted, blessed with a voice. ❤ you Jennifer Hudson.

[@uticiaburroughs5233]

You were never out of your league you was just on a higher level you had no clue you was already on . Blessed ❤

[@loriwilson1325]

It's a blessing to be able to handle constructive criticism because it will make you stronger and even more determined to reach your goals. Jennifer has a beautiful voice and an awesome personality. Her humbleness and gratitude are amazing and never forgetting where she started from.

[@charlinekeener5462]

Jennifer’s voice might have needed training back then, but she was NEVER out of her league! She’s always had an Amazing voice & range! Simon was unnecessarily cruel to people, and we see today that he was acting out of loneliness and a lack of love in his life. Thank God his son has given him the love he’s always desired which had softened his heart. Sad but true, hurting people hurt others. 🙌🏽🙏🏽

[@IdeaAgeConsulting]

Facts!

[@joanneschmitt8806]

Jennifer is so authentic and such a delightful person. Dges an overcomer and super talented and humble. Shes a winner

[@samyojay]

Jennifer!! 😢😢😢❤❤❤

[@bevedwards4560]

That song with the audience was awesome.

[@dianabaskin1944]

Love Jennifer. I never saw her on the show but I fell in love with her when I watched her on Dream Girls. So powerful.

[@moneshiaperkins4148]

I love you Jennifer! Thank you for your love 🎶🎶🦋🥰

[@claireamer1]

Simon is very clever! Music industry needs people like him ! Jennifer is awesome. Both an inspiration

[@shirleyfearon]

Jennifer you make me cry/smile..