Obituary of Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Kate Hudson (born September 12th, 1981 in Chicago, Illinois) was a Singer who was best known for being found on "American Idol". Jennifer died on January 30th, 2026 (TBV) and her death was possibly because of a sore throat that got way out of hand.

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Jennifer Hudson Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Still Alive
Full Name: Hudson, Jennifer Kate
Common Name: Jennifer Hudson
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Birth Date: September 12, 1981
Age: 44
Also Known As: Jennifer Kate Hudson, Jenny, Jen
Occupations:
- Singer
- TV Personality
Genres:
- Rhythm and Blues Music
- Soul Music
Active Years: 2004-Present

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Breyers Ice Cream
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Scent: Black Opium Eau de Parfum
Favorite Actor: Dwayne Johnson

Jennifer Kate's Family Tree

Birth Name: Jennifer Kate Hudson
Father: Darnell Donerson
Mother: Samuel Simpson
Spouse/Partner:

James Payton (partnered 1999-2007)
David Otunga (partnered 2008-2017)

Son(s):

David Daniel Otunga, Jr. (born Aug, 2009)

Death Notice:

Date: Still Alive
Place: Unknown
Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

Singer TV Personality Rhythm and Blues Music Genre American Born on September 12th Born in 1981 Born in Illinois

Quotable Quotes:

"Never let the fear of striking out get in your way of failing to succeed."

"To build may have to be the slow and laborious task of years. To destroy can be the thoughtless act of a single day."

"I don't believe in playing down to children, either in life or in motion pictures. I didn't treat my own youngsters like fragile flowers, and I think no parent should."

"I think Jenny was an Icon and a True Hero to the little people. (V)"

"Jennifer Kate Hudson lived a life filled with extraordinary talent, perseverance, and love, leaving a lasting impact on all those who knew and admired her. (V)"

Is Ms. Jennifer Kate Hudson still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has not passed away.