Barack Obama Asks Jennifer Hudson to Sing at DNC

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"The Insider" confirms that Oscar-winning 'Dreamgirl' Jennifer Hudson will sing the National Anthem at the Democratic National Convention, after Barack Obama himself requested it. She will sing the night Obama accepts the nomination for president.
Published 8/25/08 by the Insider

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  • Jennifer Hudson in swimming pool absolutely naked!!
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    super quality!!!
    Anonymous 12/24/09 Reply
  • this nasty hog is not my idea of an idol, kick her ugly ass to the curb, and put some decent looking white people back on T.V., I'm tired of looking at the ugly blacks
    Anonymous 12/8/09 Reply
    • you are a
      Anonymous 12/13/09
  • Jennifer Hudson sang spectacularly! And she looked gorgeous. More proof of Barack Obama's superior judgement.
    Anonymous 8/29/08 Reply
  • I think this is great, Jennifer does embody everything that Obama is standing up for. He made a great selection, and it also shows everyone what WE look like in reality instead of US seeing what they always look like and value and the same set of sterotypes always in place.
    Anonymous 8/28/08 Reply
  • yeah, I'm certain every designer from here to Europe is sending her select pieces to choose from. I know she's going to dress with class. A little clevage but not over the top. She's matured and hopefully aware of the importance of "THE RIGHT LOOK AND VOICE RANGE" This is more important than AI---Although she received her notority from that show, this moment is very defining. Lets keep her & her temain prayer. Barack hasnt accompolished what he has today by ignoring white AMERICA. She has to sing for everyone. In a perfect world there wouldnt be any critism but thats wishful thinking. I know she' ll do it with tact and grace. Congrulations JHUD
    felicia 8/27/08 Reply
  • YOU GO GIRL. What a good look for you
    Anonymous 8/27/08 Reply
  • That's Great!!!!!!!!!!
    Anonymous 8/27/08 Reply
  • JENNIFER HUDSON..IS A GREAT CHOICE.
    (((I HOPE SHE DRESSES WELL FOR THE OCCASSION)))))))
    Anonymous 8/27/08 Reply
  • FINALLY!!!!! Someone has good taste and a good ear for a good voice and not hung up on over the top, burnt out, sellout, big blonde wig wearing, skin bleaching, green eye contact rocking, get on stage and scream to the top of my lungs because I really have no real talent, wearing a bikini top and booty shorts because I have no self-esteem, drenched in sweat while I shake my thing because I have no self-respect looking ass Beyonce. Big ups Barack.FINALLY!!!!!
    Anonymous 8/26/08 Reply
  • An American Idol Reject you say....If being rejected makes you into a success story such as this one....reject me because she's gone from rags to riches to singing for Obama. Bless you Ms Hudson
    felicia 8/26/08 Reply
    • Go Chicago Go!!!
      Anonymous 8/26/08
  • To the person that said she didnt have the looks. What looks? That young lady is very beautiful and self assured. The problem is she's not a toothpick. She represents how most American women truly look whatever race. Loisten & look @ her talent. She's going to sing to our upcoming PRESIDENT...Which is not a fool to have someone perform @ this amazing function for all to see. She's getting INTERNATIONAL EXPOSURE. JHUD knows what its like to have to struggle in life. Obama knows what he's doing. If given this opportunity, who wouldnt take it. She's so talented and down to earth. Her career is going to take off moreso. You're in my prayers JHUD because poeple are either going to love you or not. You should be flattered that people are watching you but more importantly you were chosen to sing because OBAMA sees how driven you are and he admires that.....KEEP YOUR HEAD HIGH
    felicia 8/26/08 Reply
  • Boo Boo---Tiffany Evans wasnt asked to perform @ this particular event...go to sleep and let Barack & JHUD do what they do...INTERNATIONAL PLAYER...LOL
    felicia 8/26/08 Reply
  • JHUD---Know you're busy but I pray for your continued success and know that you're going to do great things. What an amazing time in your life. MOVIES--AWARDS--ALBUM--Now singing for our new PRESIDENT...What an opportunity. You couldnt have chosen a better time to allow AMERICA to hear more from you. Christ is putting you in the right places @ the right time. Where else can you have more people watch you>>>>>> DO IT OBAMA AND JENNIFER.....SING IT WITH CLASS AND SOPHISICATION...KNOW YOU'RE GOING TO LOOK BEAUFTUL
    felicia 8/26/08 Reply
    • Do your thing Jenny and may God
      continue to bless you.

      From your stepbrothers and stepsister's aunt & family in Michigan
      Anonymous 8/26/08
  • One last thing....Aside from the facts of being from Chicago, I feel his choice is ery symbolic....She wasnt born with a silver spoon in her mouth. She was someone that had aspirations and goals and they're coming true. I feel in my opinon as well as some of the other comments are correct in assuming his choice was to show how anything is possible with dedication, hard work and determination. Plus that girl can sing her you know hwat off. Do it Barack and Jennifer
    felicia 8/26/08 Reply
    • God Bless America for people like
      you. I could not have said it better. Thank You from someone who
      know how far she has come. God Speed!
      Anonymous 8/26/08
  • DREAMS DO COME TRUE.....My girl JHUD said.."see what God can do" She also stated she's aware of what she asks for because she's been getting what she sings about. JHUD this is truly your time to shine. Do the damn thing with all the class and gusto you have because AMERICA is watching you. I'm proud of you and I know you're gong to look beautiful....Your voice is ecxtremely powerful.
    felicia 8/26/08 Reply