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Former American Idol contestant Jennifer Hudson is doing big things and following in the footsteps of another very talented Jennifer. Jennifer Holliday, that is. Hudson will portray Holliday's character Effie in the film adation of "Dreamgirls".

Former American Idol singer Jennifer Hudson appeared on Good Morning America to promote her upcoming album.

A review of Jennifer Hudson's self-titled album

Not too shabby for a semi-musical. Dreamgirls surprised me with some parts, not so much with others. But Jennifer Hudson and Eddie Murphy steal the show!

Riding high off the success of Dreamgirls, Jennifer Hudson is set to star in the "Sex & the City" movie. Rumor has it that she beat out Beyonce for the role. Here's why...

Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson is turning to where she got her start, music. The former Idol contestant is releasing her debut single on June 9th before her album drops months later. Here's a look at the single and details on the new album.

Watch out everyone - this girl is on fire! Jennifer Hudson now has a new award that she can add to her growing list. At the Soul Train Music Awards, which was held on Saturday (March 3, 2007), she won "Entertainer of the Year" for her role in Dreamgirls.

David Punk Otunga and Jennifer Hudson are engaged: and a look at other reality show matches.

Looks like Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson will be able to enjoy all the Whoppers she would like after mentioning Burger King in her rebuttal against American Idol judge Simon Cowell.

Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson is on a winning streak. Hudson won Best Supporting Actress for her role in "Dreamgirls" at the NAACP Image Awards on Friday (March 2, 2007).

"And I am Telling You"! Jennifer Hudson is not going anywhere but straight to the top. This American Idol 3 contestant and Best Supporting Actress- Oscar winner is setting the industry on fire with her exceptional talent and regal persona.

Simon Cowell has his panties in an uproar because Jennifer Hudson hasn't adequately given American Idol proper credit for making her an Oscar winner. I say that Simon Cowell hasn't adequately apologized for making society a far worse place than it was before his birth.

American Idol judge Simon Cowell blasted Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson after she made a remark calling the American Idol show "a stepping stone".

Dreamgirls was up for Golden Globes in 5 categories - find out who won what.

Wait...There's a "Sex and the City" movie?

The Oscar-nominated idol bravely reveals her true feelings about the phenomenal singing contest on television.

At long last, a humorous article skewering Kevin Federline, filling a longstanding gap in American media.

Everything you have heard about this song is true. I got chills up and down my spine while listening.

Jennifer Hudson is enjoying much deserved success from her portrayal of Effie in the movie remake of Dreamgirls, but before Hudson the part of Effie was taken to great heights by Jennifer Holliday.

American Actress, Singer, Movie Star

Fashion Rocks, hosted by Jeremy Piven, serves up hits and misses.

Reality TV has launched many careers, but right now it's Jennifer Hudson's star that shines brightest of all. The former American Idol contestant is now not just a movie star, but an Oscar-winning actress. What's this Dreamgirl's secret?

Jennifer Hudson Cover Girl for the 2007 March Vogue Issue is in beautified classy company as the only Black former Cover Girls for VOGUE Magazine are recognized

As the fictional musical trio The Dreams (played by Beyonce Knowles, Jennifer Hudson and Anika Noni Rose) sing in the title song of the smash hit and instant classic Dreamgirls..."Dreamgirls will never leave you." And they are right

I listened to several women pop stars' rendition of the National Anthem on YouTube: Celine Dion, Christina Aguilera, Kelly Clarkson, Jordin Sparks, Beyonce Knowles, Mariah Carey, Melinda Doolittle, Fantasia , Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Hudson. Who sung the best?

Jennifer Jones has been praised by critics and the public both for her high quality film work. Few actresses have been able to match her sensitivty and consummate acting skills.

All star cast . . . Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy, Beyonce and American Idol's Jennifer Hudson brings the famous stage play to the screen. But even with all that star power will the movie be worth seeing? I think so.

Dream Girls is loosely based on the rise of the Supremes to superstardom in the 1960s. In the movie, Jamie Foxx's character is Berry Gordy; Beyonce Knowles is Diana Ross and Jennifer Hudson is Florence Ballard. Following is an in-depth review.

The talent show that brought to life successes like Kelly Clarkson and recent Golden Globe winner Jennifer Hudson, returns for a sixth season bringing in a record 37.3 million viewers, and yet some fans are disappointed. Why?

Mixing up James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, Jackie Wilson, Teddy Pendergrass, and some of his own wiseass persona, Eddie Murphy's portrayal of Jimmy leaps off the screen both in his scorching numbers (his proto-rap is a killer) and dialogue scenes.

It was not too long after that Jennifer Lopez added "actress" to her resume. She has performed in and produced more than one dozen movies and few TV shows.

In a short time span, Sean Garrett has written hits for Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Ciara, Fantasia, Bon Jovi, Janet Jackson, Destiny's Child, 112, Mario Winans, Donnell Jones and Christina Milian to name a few.

The 38th annual NAACP Image Awards took place Friday March 2, 2007 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. The two hour event was broadcasted live for the first time.

Oscars have some surprises, some dull thuds instead of gongs.

I first saw Dreamgirls on Broadway, when it was fresh off previews from a limited run in Boston. It was the early 1980's and Jennifer Holliday played the role of Effie.

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A Top 8 countdown of the most dazzling diva's at the 79th Annual Academy Awards.

Some snubs, some surprises, and a long -awaited win in this year's 79th Annual Academy Awards

From Helen Mirren's classy elegance, to Kelly Preston's awful walk through the jungle in leopard print, our panel of three reviews the hits and the misses of this year's Red Carpet Fashions. It is sure to have you talking for days!

Only at the Academy Awards could we learn that Al Gore really does have a sense of humor, and that penguins, cars and three animated kids are allowed inside the Kodiak Theatre.

Movies with the most nominees won less awards. Big awards went to "The Departed". Scorsese final won an oscar for Directing.

A closer look at few moments on Oscar night.

The Top 5 most hearfelt and moving speeches from this years Oscars.

A diary-style article about the famous Babara Walters pre-game show.

This celebrity corner piece is a look at the life of Irish American actor, George Clooney.

There are lots of websites that pay tribute to singer, songwriter and actress Beyonce Knowles. Below you will find the best sites that are the best places to visit if you want pictures and information about this young star.

Ever wondered why some films are nominated for an Oscar, but just too lazy/uninterested to find out for yourself? Finally, the opinion of an independant moviegoer like yourself who had nothing to gain but the joy from sharing an opinion...

Robyn Troup was the one who was chosen for the special my Grammy moment performance with Justin Timberlake.

Hollywood's night of a thousand stars obscured by dreary fog of a safe, predictable presentation.

This not only gives hilarious commentary about some of the main nominees, but it also lets readers know how to pick Oscar winners without bothering to watch the nominated films.

Many questions abound as Oscar Night nears. Will Martin Scorsese finally win? Is Eddie Murphy really nominated for an award? Can any host be worse than Jon Stewart? Allow me answer these questions and more.

This year's Oscar's showcased many lovely, elegant gowns. In this article, however, I will outline the bad, the ugly, and the just plain hideous.

Who had the worst acceptance speech of the 79th Annual Academy Awards and why? What made it the worst considering all of the awards that were handed out?

In case you missed tonights American Idol show, I thought I would clue you in on the state of the competition. Here are my picks for tonight's American Idol show.

Yes, I watched the whole thing. Every agonizing minute so you didn't have to.

Despite Simon Cowell's opinions, life after American Idol can be very very hectic, even for the underdogs, whose many fans clamor for a glimpse of their favorite and continue to support them. Read up on what some of the underdogs are up to now.

The promise of possible stardom, is what drives the 'Idol' contestants onward and makes all the possible humiliation of being publicly rejected worth it...

Sanjaya has taken the nation by storm. Is this a good thing?

After news has developed that votefortheworst.com and Howard Stern are not only keeping musically challenged, Sanjaya Malakar in the competition but is threatening American Idol's success fans are fighting back with internet groups.

While VoteForTheWorst.com encourages viewers to vote for Sanjaya, "J" from New York is starving herself until Sanjaya is voted off. Could there be a more pointless hunger strike?

Hollywood is making movies that give people hope about their own hopes and dreams for the future. We can apply so many of the issues characters face into life lessons. This article breaks down the greatness of how messages can impact life.

Now that Sanjaya Malakar has been eliminated VoteFortheWorst.com needs a new person to support, they have chosen Phil Stacey.

A bio on the singer, Taylor Hicks

Lakisha Jones is in danger of being voted off of American Idol Wednesday night. After three consecutive poor performances, Lakisha is the most likely candidate to get the boot when America's votes are tallied for the next show, according to some critics.

Walt Disney Studios has announced that Dreamgirls star, Anika Noni, will voice Disney's newest princess, Maddy, in the upcoming The Frog Princess.

If you've ever wondered what happened to some of your favorites on American Idol season three, you can get the juicy info right here!

The heroic VotefortheWorst.com and their hypocritical scheme!

This article is about my views on the Oscars.

The 79th annual Academy Awards is now over as all the actors and actresses breath a sigh of relief and can begin again to enthral us with performances in hopes that next year will bring a nomination and maybe the golden man himself.

Some dresses at the Oscars last night less than stellar.

The worst of the Oscar telecast.

As we recover from the onslaught of award shows, we turn our attentions to what female celebrities wear. When discussion wanders to "curvy" celebrities such as Queen Latifah and America Ferrara, what are we really saying?

The red carpet shows need to be spiced up. Television viewers should be excited to see the show.

American Idol, the hottest music reality show there is, now in it's 6th season, and it's stirring up wonderings. Is it really about the music or is it a big popularity contest?

Is American Idol bad for America? Before I get started on my opinion, we should set one thing straight. It is just my opinion. I am sure I will get verbally crucified very quickly...

Popular artists are chosen over artists who consistently present quality content over the years. Its is unfair to these people.

the vultures are circling..waiting for that fashion faux pas...

There is a misconception that African-Americans don't support each other. This is simply not true and I can speak on this because I'm an African-American...and I know.When we do something on a grand scale like die or get nominated for the Golden Globes we come out in support

A review of Hollywood's new musical Blockbuster...

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The awards issue of People magazine is a great resource for custom prom dress ideas. The photos in the magazine can be shown to a professional seamstress for modifications.

To sum it up I was very pleased with this movie. I am actually planning to go and see it again. I like the fact that it was a musical type of movie which added another layer of excitement to the movie.

"Dreamgirls," based on the hit Broadway play from the 1980's, has finally made it to the big screen thanks to Bill Condon, who wrote "Chicago" and is the writer/director of "Gods and Monsters" and "Kinsey."

The 13th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations were announced on January 4, 2007 at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles. The nominees were a mix of old favorites and new shining stars.

Beyonce Knowles will not be credited as a songwriter if "Listen" is nominated for a Best Song Academy Award. Why? Knowles has been nominated for a Golden Globe as songwriter.

"Dreamgirls," an exceptional rendition of an 80s award-winning Broadway play, hits all the right emotional notes.

This article is a rebuttal against Oliver Hazard's article on American Idol

Well written and directed, Dreamgirls may be the movie of the year.

Film Review Of 'Dreamgirls'

In Theaters Christmas Day!!!

A rundown of the top 10 contenders for Best Actress Oscar nominations this year....

Beyonce Knowles as once again showed how talented she truly is. Not only is she a magnificent singer, but she is a great actress as well. In the new movie dream girls she plays the role of "Deena".

Want to know what movies to watch to be ready for the Oscars in March. Here's 10 movies you should check out.

It is that time again, The Golden Globes will kick off the award season on January 15, 2007.