Jennifer Hudson defends ‘Cats’: “It’s unfortunate that it was misunderstood”

Jennifer Hudson has reflected on the divisive 2019 film Cats, saying she believes it was “misunderstood”.Hudson played Grizabella in the film, which was panned by critics upon its release, largely owing to its use of CGI.In a new interview with Total Film, she discussed the film’s impact and reception, saying: “You know what? I think it was a bit overwhelming.“It’s unfortunate that it was misunderstood. I think later down the line, people will see it differently.

Italy on Saturday. The 39-year-old made a style statement as she toted around the fashion house's jumbo £7,954 ($10,950 USD) black Devotion shoulder bag that dwarfed her fit frame.

Jennifer Hudson was inundated with fan support as she marked the opportunity to perform at New York's famous Apollo Theater."Thank you, @apollotheater. Thank you, @mastercard.

Jennifer Hudson says the widely criticized film “Cats” was “misunderstood.”

Jennifer Hudson looks amazing in a bright yellow dress while arriving for her appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers in New York City on Tuesday night (August 17).

“Cats” film adaption. The “Respect” star, 39, opened up about the less than purrr-fect musical in an interview with Total Film.

Jennifer Hudson would love to star in Disney’s upcoming live-action remake of “Hercules”.

Jennifer Hudson has pitched herself for the upcoming Hercules live-action remake.A re-do of the classic Disney animation has been in the works for a number of years, with Avengers: Endgame‘s the Russo brothers on board to produce.While casting has not yet been announced, Respect star Hudson has put herself forward for the role of head Muse Calliope, revealing she played the role on a Disney cruise ship before she found fame.“Y’all listen close – all my Dreamgirls cast members, this is a fun

Hey Disney, Jennifer Hudson has a message for you!

(CNN)Jennifer Hudson has Aretha Franklin to thank, in part, for her career.Hudson first came to fame in 2004 as a finalist on "American Idol." She auditioned for the reality singing competition with Franklin's song, "Share Your Love With Me."Fast forward to 2021 and Hudson is now a Grammy winning singer and an Academy Award winning actress whom Franklin handpicked to portray her in the biopic "Respect" prior to her death in 2018.

Jennifer Hudson is stepping out in style!

singing live as Aretha Franklin in the new biopic “Respect” was a daunting prospect.“It’s tricky,” Hudson, 39, told In Style. “You don’t want to come off as if you’re mimicking somebody, especially somebody like Aretha.”But Hudson got some help from vocal coach Tom Jones — her former fellow judge on “The Voice UK” — in finding Franklin’s voice while not losing her own.

Stephen Colbert just got a masterclass in singing.