hudson, jennifer

Examines the life of Jennifer Hudson, including her childhood in Chicago, her rise to superstardom from American Idol contestant to Grammy and Academy award winner, her family life, and her music and movie career.

"Examines the life of Jennifer Hudson, including her childhood in Chicago, her rise to superstardom from American Idol contestant to Grammy and Academy award winner, her family life, and her music and movie career"--Provided by publisher.

A profile of singer, actress, and American Idol star Jennifer Hudson, looking at her life before auditioning for the television show, discussing her Idol experience, and following her career since being eliminated in the sixth round of the third season.

Examines the life of Jennifer Hudson, discussing the people who inspired her to pursue a singing and acting career, her Oscar win, her personal tragedy, and the role of the television show "American Idol" in her success.

Traces the life and career of Jennifer Hudson, exploring her personal life and successful career. Features color photographs, accessible text, a chronology, a filmography, a discography, a further reading list, Internet links, and an index.

Actress and singer Jennifer Hudson describes her rise to fame and her constant struggle with her weight. Discusses how she changed her unhealthy habits and lost weight using the Weight Watchers program. Includes recipes.

Jennifer Hudson's life story is one of hard work, determination, setbacks, and stunning success. A popular favorite on the third season of American Idol who failed to win. Disappointed but resilient, she went on to co-star in the film Dreamgirls.