The Jennifer Hudson Show Season 1, Episode 53: Toni Braxton, Anika Noni Rose

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Series Premiere, Simon Cowell

Jennifer Hudson gets emotional as "The Jennifer Hudson Show" premieres on what just so happens to be her 41st birthday. The EGOT-winning star delivers a heartfelt speech and gets a surprise from the studio audience.

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Magic Johnson, Mickey Guyton

Hudson will chat with NBA legend Magic Johnson, followed by an interview and performance by Mickey Guyton, the first Black female solo artist to earn a GRAMMY nomination in a country category.

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Yvonne Orji

Comedian and Emmy Award-nominated actress from the hit series "Insecure" Yvonne Orji will join Hudson in-studio.

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Colman Domingo, Hannah Waddingham

After Colman Domingo's Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series win at the Creative Arts Emmys for his role in "Euphoria," Jennifer welcomes the "Candyman" star to her couch. Emmy Award-winning star of "Ted Lasso" Hannah Waddingham will chat about the hit show and her new movie, "Hocus Pocus 2."

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Viola Davis

Premiere week will wrap with Oscar, Emmy, Tony, and Golden Globe Award-winning actress Viola Davis who will discuss her new film, "The Woman King."

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Kristin Chenoweth

Kristin Chenoweth tells Jennifer Hudson swap stories about growing up in the church. The star does an impression of how Steve Harvey reacted her "heinous" faux pas on "Family Feud" and shares the details of Ariana Grande's full circle moment with "Wicked."

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Sheryl Lee Ralph, Indy Bugg

Sheryl Lee Ralph gives Jennifer Hudson a mini masterclass on how to be a "Dreamgirl" 41 years after the "Abbott Elementary" star portrayed Deena Jones on Broadway, and 16 years after JHud's Oscar-winning performance as Effie White in the movie. Jennifer welcomes viral 10-year-old dancer Indy Bugg from Dayton, OH, to perform. She is known for being an expressive and energetic dancer.

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Connie Britton

Connie Britton and Jennifer Hudson bond over their past working on cruise ships. Connie shares how she also previously worked as an aerobics instructor and did murder mysteries before she found fame. Jennifer welcomes FOX 5 D.C. morning news anchor Jeanette Reyes and her husband, Robert Burton, the ABC 7 News morning anchor, both from Washington D.C. Jeanette and Robert went viral for posting news reports about their baby, Isabella, using their anchor voices. Their most popular "Baby News Network" video currently has 11 million views on Twitter.

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Randy Jackson

Jennifer Hudson tells Randy Jackson that she wouldn't be here today without him as he appears on the show 18 years after choosing JHud as his wild card on "American Idol." The pair discuss never giving up and not blocking blessings! Jennifer welcomes 5-year-old Lena Avery Castro and her mom, Madeline Rivera, from Brooklyn, NY, who went viral on TikTok because of her passion for learning. She loves flags, chemical elements and reading the dictionary.

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Zach Shallcross, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez

Zach Shallcross ("The Bachelor"); Michaela Jaé Rodriguez ("Loot").

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Leslie Jordan, Rachel Lindsay

Leslie Jordan Get ready to see the "Call Me Kat" star duet with Jennifer! Rachel Lindsay The first Black Bachelorette and "Extra" host follows JHud's sit-down with Zach Shallcross (the new "Bachelor" star's first-ever TV interview!).

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Meghan Trainor

The singer promotes her upcoming October album release, "Takin' It Back."

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Robin Thicke, Allyson Felix

Robin Thicke and Jennifer Hudson reminisce about meeting at The Met Gala. Robin talks about writing wedding songs plus working with Usher, Lil Wayne, Michael Jackson and the one and only JHud! Allyson Felix The Olympic champion tells Jennifer why she launched a new footwear brand.

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Chandra Wilson

JHud welcomes Chandra to the studio as "Grey's Anatomy" fans get excited for the new season, which premieres Thursday, October 6.

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Derek Hough

"Dancing With the Stars" judge Derek Hough opens up about the pressures to succeed in the competitive world of dance and what he wishes he could tell his younger self.

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Howie Mandel

The "America's Got Talent" judge stops by to chat about Simon Cowell and the importance of talking about mental health.

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LL Cool J

LL COOL J shares the interesting way he produces the melodies for his catchy tunes. Jennifer Hudson shares what happened the first time she heard her song on the radio as she compares experiences with the iconic rapper.

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Jimmie Allen, Bobby Berk

The Country music singer chats with Jennifer about his latest album, "Tulip Drive," ahead of his tour with Carrie Underwood. The "Queer Eye" interiors expert cozies up on the curved couch with JHud.

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Hasan Minhaj

The comedian sits down with Jennifer to talk about his Netflix special, "The King's Jester."

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Kunal Nayyar

The former "Big Bang Theory" actor joins Jennifer to talk about his new film, "The Storied Life of A.J Fikry."

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Joel McHale, Shangela, Owen Han

The "Stargirl" actor brings the laughs and his one-wheeled skateboard to "The Jennifer Hudson Show"! "Dancing with the Stars" pro Gleb Savchenko performs in the studio with partner Shangela! The viral sandwich king shows Jennifer how to blowtorch delicious dishes.

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Kevin McKidd, NCT 127, Ghost Brothers

The "Grey's Anatomy" actor visits the studio to talk about the return of the medical drama and shares how his children handle seeing their dad on screen. The K-Pop group chat with JHud and perform "2 Baddies" off their new album. Ghost Brothers: Dalen Spratt, Juwan Mass, and Marcus Harvey explore the paranormal with Jennifer.

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Taye Diggs

Taye Diggs ("All American"); 13-year-old runner Jaiya Patillo from Bellevue, Neb

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Laverne Cox, Jacob Collier, Lizzy McAlpine

Laverne Cox: The actress joins Jennifer to talk about new show,"If We're Being Honest with Laverne Cox." Jacob Collier: The singer performs "Never Gonna Be Alone" ft. Lizzy McAlpineand chats with Jennifer.

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Nick & Vanessa Lachey, Pepper Persley

Nick and Vanessa Lachey: The couple chat all things "Love is Blind" and "NCIS: Hawaiʻi". Pepper Persley: Jennifer welcomes the 11-year-old sports reporter who has interviewed several WNBA players, MLB players, and President George W. Bush. She started her reporting career at the age of 6 and hopes to transition from covering sports to reporting on red carpet events.

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Kelly Rowland

The four-time Grammy Award winner talks about "The Curse of Bridge Hollow"and Destiny's Child. Dancers Mariandrea Villegasand and Phil Wright: Jennifer welcomes 14-year-old viral sensation from Torreón, Mexico and her choreographer from Santa Clarita, CA. Mariandrea and Phil, who went viral over the summer for a video of a routine they performed at a dance convention, will chat and perform a dance routine.

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Max Greenfield, Tayler Harris

Max Greenfield: The comedy actor chats about his show "The Neighborhood"and children's book "This Book Is Not a Present." Tayler Harris: She will perform "Memory" from the musical "CATS."

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Adam Lambert, Jalyn Hall, Brianna Cameron

Adam Lambert: The "American Idol" alum talks about his upcoming concert tour, "The Witch Hunt." Jalyn Hall: The actor talks about his new movie "Till" — centered around the true story of Emmett Till's life. Brianna Cameron: Jennifer welcomes the 9-year-old singer from Newark, NJ, who caught her attention when a clip of her performing at Apollo Theater's Amateur Night, was shared on social media. Brianna will chat with Jennifer and perform.

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Daymond John, Cheyenne Jackson

Daymond John: The "Shark Tank"star discusses Black Entrepreneurs Day and children's book "Little Daymond Learns to Earn." Cheyenne Jackson: The "Call Me Kat"actor talks "The Masked Singer" with Jennifer!

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Jenna Dewan, Babyface

Jenna Dewan: "The Rookie" actress sits down on the couch with JHud. Babyface: The music artist sits down to chat about his album "Girls Night Out."

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Chance the Rapper

Chance the Rapper and Jennifer talk about growing up in Chicago and Chance's upcoming Black Star Line Festival.

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Cedric the Entertainer

The comedian sits down with Jennifer to chat about the new season of "The Neighborhood"

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Marlon Wayans

Following an appearance from his "The Curse of Bridge Hollow" co-star Kelly Rowland, the funnyman talks about his new Meta series "Oh Hell No... with Marlon Wayans."

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Eddie Redmayne

The Oscar-winning actor discusses his new role in "The Good Nurse" on Netflix

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Property Brothers, Amber Ruffin

Property Brothers: Drew and Jonathan Scott talk about their show "Property Brothers: Forever Home." Amber Ruffin: The funnywoman chats with JHud as Season 3 of "The Amber Ruffin Show" airs on Peacock.

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Terry Crews

The multi-talented Terry Crews joins in the Halloween festivities and tells Jennifer about his children's book "Terry's Crew."

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Nicole Scherzinger

Nicole Scherzinger and JHud exchange stories about their pasts working as amusement characters. Nicole tells "The Jennifer Hudson Show" the funny story of what happened when she had to perform a hoedown in a King Louie costume.

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Fortune Feimster, Tasha Cobbs Leonard

Comedian Fortune Feimstertalks about her Netflix stand-up special "Good Fortune." Grammy Award-winning gospel singer Tasha Cobbs Leonard collabs with JHud!

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Alfonso Ribeiro

Alfonso Ribeiro tells Jennifer Hudson what it was like to get a visit from singing legend Tom Jones on the set of "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." The "Dancing with the Stars" host tells JHud about his Thanksgiving tradition with the professional dancers.

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Chaka Khan

Chaka Khan tells Jennifer Hudson exactly what she thought when she first met Prince. Chaka reveals she turned down Steven Spielberg after he approached her to appear in the movie "The Color Purple" and shares what role she was considered to take on.

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Beth Behrs, Aldis Hodge

Beth Behrs: The star of CBS series "The Neighborhood" joins Jennifer in the studio. Aldis Hodge: The "Black Adam" actor sits down on the couch with JHud.

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Shania Twain, Jodie Turner-Smith

Shania Twain: Country music superstar Shania Twain performs. Jodie Turner-Smith: The actress talks to Jennifer about her new political thriller film, "The Independent."

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Jerry O'Connell, Dr. Corey Yeager

Jerry O'Connell tells Jennifer Hudson how he met Rebecca Romijn and explains why he thinks his wife should join the "Real Housewives" franchise. Jerry O'Connell tells Jennifer Hudson how his hyperactivity helped him discover his passion for acting and how one of his daughters may be following in his footsteps. The actor tells JHud he wouldn't mind her son dating one of his daughters!

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Tamera Mowry-Housley

Tamera Mowry-Housley admits she and her sister Tia have heard some questionable ideas for a "Sister, Sister" reboot. The actress tells Jennifer Hudson why she and her twin are waiting for the right opportunity to bring back the iconic '90s show. Tamera Mowry-Housley tells Jennifer Hudson about her new book "You Should Sit Down for This" and how the color scheme was inspired by her niece, who was killed in the Borderline Bar and Grill shooting. The actress admits her husband said including a list of her sex goals is "embarrassing."

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Josh Groban

Josh Groban recalls David Foster helping him get his start in music. The singer tells Jennifer Hudson why he didn't make it as a magician at The Magic Castle in Los Angeles.

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Jonathan Majors

Jonathan Majors tells Jennifer Hudson about his role as a fighter pilot in "Devotion." The actor shares how he's keen to get his pilot license after racking up 27 hours in the sky.

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Kerry Washington, David Archuleta

Kerry Washington: The actress is joined by Emayatzy Corinealdi to talk about Hulu's "Reasonable Doubt" which Kerry is executive producing. David Archuleta: The singer and "American Idol" alum promotes his latest single "Faith In Me" and his upcoming Christmas Tour.

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Tichina Arnold, Jaren Lewison

Tichina Arnold, After her "The Neighborhood" co-stars Beth Behrs, Cedric the Entertainer and Max Greenfield stopped by, the actress joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch. Jaren Lewinson, The actor chats with Jennifer about "Never Have I Ever."

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Justin Hartley, tWitch, Allison Holker Boss

Justin Hartley , The actor stops by to talk about his new movie "The Noel Diary." Stephen "tWitch" Boss and Allison Holker Boss promote the Disney+ special "The Hip Hop Nutcracker."

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Sam Smith, Morris Day

Sam Smith, The singer promotes their latest single "Unholy." May Morris, After receiving the Legend Award at this year's Soul Train Awards, the singer chats to Jennifer in the studio.

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David Arquette, Robin de Jesús

David Arquette, The actor talks about being a "Kindness Captain," as in his partnership with On Our Sleeves. Robin de Jesús, Robin sits down on the couch to talk about his Hulu series "Welcome to Chippendales."

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Tabitha Brown

The viral star does a cooking demo with Jennifer Hudson.

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Toni Braxton, Anika Noni Rose

Toni Braxton, The music star speaks to Jennifer about executive producing Lifetime movie "A Christmas Spark," and her skin care line "Nude Sugar." Anika Noni Rose, Jennifer Hudson's "Dreamgirls" co-star stops by to talk about "Let the Right One In" on Showtime.

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Tony Hale

The actor chats to Jennifer about the second season of the Disney+ series "The Mysterious Benedict Society."

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Jameela Jamil, Josh Dallas

Jameela Jamil chats with JHud about the Peacock series "Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin" and her company I Weigh. Josh Dallas, The "Manifest" star joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch.

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Glen Powell

Following an appearance from co-star Jonathan Majors, Glen Powell stops by to talk about his new movie "Devotion."

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57

Ken Jeong, Ashton Sanders

Ken Jeong, After fellow panelists Robin Thicke and Nicole Scherzinger graced the couch, comedy actor Ken Jeong chats to Jennifer Hudson about his role as a judge on Fox's "The Masked Singer." Ashton Sanders, The actor promotes the Whitney Houston biopic "I Wanna Dance with Somebody," in which he plays Bobby Brown.

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Amber Riley

Amber Rileystops by to talk about "The Black Beauty Effect."

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Billy Porter, Haley Lu Richardson

Billy Porter chats about "Accused" and new memoir, "Unprotected." Haley Lu Richardson joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch to talk all things "The White Lotus."

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Don Cheadle, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton

Don Cheadle chats with JHud about his new movie "White Noise." Adrienne Bailon-Houghton helps Jennifer kick off the most wonderful time of the year with Day 1 of Mama Hud's Holiday Giveaways.

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Ciara, Howie Mandel

JHud welcomes her friend Ciara as she prepares to host"New Year's Rockin' Eve." Howie Mandel helps Jennifer spread holiday cheer with Day 2 of Mama Hud's Holiday Giveaways.

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Lindsey Vonn

Former US Ski Team racer Lindsey Vonn promotes her book, "Rise: My Story" and The Lindsey Vonn Foundation.

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Blake Shelton, James Corden

Blake Shelton visits "The Jennifer Hudson Show" to talk about "The Voice" and his new show "Barmageddon." James Corden tells Jennifer Hudson how he feels about ending "The Late Late Show with James Corden" and "Carpool Karaoke." James recalls JHud being one of his first guests on Carpool Karaoke.

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Regina Hall, Russell Dickerson

Actress Regina Hall sits on the couch to chat about "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." Russell Dickerson stops by to chat about his new album.

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Sam Worthington, Kendrick Sampson, Sheléa

"Avatar: The Way of Water" actor Sam Worthington joins Jennifer on the couch. Kendrick Sampson promotes "Something from Tiffany's." Sheléa performs her latest holiday song, "Mothers And Shepherds."

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Matthew Perry, Greta Onieogou

Matthew Perry discusses his memoir, "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing." Actress Greta Onieogou sits down with Jennifer and talks about her Russian roots, sharing that she still speaks her native tongue with her parents. Jennifer then surprises the "All American" star with New York Times bestselling author and viral star Tabitha Brown, whom Greta and her family adore.

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Dionne Warwick

Dionne Warwick recalls what it was like touring in the South with Sam Cooke during the civil rights era on "The Jennifer Hudson Show." She tells Jennifer a story of her confronting racism that nearly got her arrested. Dionne Warwick talks to Jennifer Hudson about her new documentary. The star also explains how her last name was changed at the beginning of her career.

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Brian Tyree Henry

Brian Tyree Henry promotes his Apple TV+ film "Causeway."

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Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, Lisa Ann Walter

Adrienne Bailon-Houghton chats about her latest role as an "E! News" host. "Abbott Elementary" actress Lisa Ann Walterjoins Jennifer Hudson on the couch.

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Wendi McLendon-Covey, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, The Budgetnista

Wendi McLendon-Covey joins Jennifer on the couch to talk about "The Goldbergs." Kirby Howell-Baptiste chats about her children's books "Little Black Boy" and "Little Black Girl." Jennifer welcomes "The Budgetnista" Tiffany Aliche to discuss spending habits for the New Year.

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Morris Chestnut, Antonia Gentry

Morris Chestnut promotes Peacock's "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." Antonia Gentry stops by to chat "Ginny & Georgia."

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Kumail Nanjiani, Jermaine Fowler

Jennifer welcomes Kumail Nanjiani to the studio as the actor promotes the Hulu series "Welcome to Chippendales." Jermaine Fowler tells Jennifer Hudson how he became interested in comedy and got his start in acting. Jermaine opens up about taking a career break after the deaths of his mother and best friend Kevin Barnett.

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Mario Lopez, Todrick Hall

"Access Hollywood" host Mario Lopez chats with Jennifer about "On with Mario Lopez" and the new season of "Too Hot to Handle." Todrick Hall tells JHud about his new HGTV show, "Battle of the Bling," and his new album, "Jim."

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Ashlee Simpson Ross, Adam DiMarco

"The White Lotus" star Adam DiMarco stops by to chat with Jennifer. Ashlee Simpson Ross joins Jennifer on the couch to talk about her home line, Kempa Home.

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Anjelah Johnson-Reyes

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes shares an update on her first pregnancy as she tells Jennifer Hudson how she changed her mind about having children at age 40. The comedian explains why her sister knows the sex of her child, but she doesn't.

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Justin Baldoni, Angie Thomas, Dhonielle Clayton

Justin Baldoni promotes his book "Boys Will Be Human." Angie Thomas and Dhonielle Clayton, two of the authors of the book "Whiteout," stop by the studio.

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Gabriel Iglesias

Gabriel Iglesias talks about his Netflix stand-up special "Stadium Fluffy" and his upcoming tour dates.

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Jay Pharoah, Kyla Pratt

Jay Pharoah shares his hilarious impressions with the "Jennifer Hudson Show" audience. "Call Me Kat" star Kyla Pratt joins Jennifer on the couch.

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Michael Chiklis, Rosanna Scotto, Elaina Scotto

Award-winning actor Michael Chiklis stops by to chat about FOX's "Accused." "Good Day New York" anchor Rosanna Scotto and her sister Elaina show JHud how to cook recipes from their book "Meatballs, Mangia & Memories."

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Debbie Allen

Legendary actress Debbie Allen chats about the Debbie Allen Middle School.

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Judge Greg Mathis, Chase Rice

The longest-running Black male TV host, Judge Mathis, visits the studio. Chase Rice performs his latest song, "Way Down Yonder."

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Octavia Spencer

Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer promotes the drama series "Truth Be Told."

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Winnie Harlow, Marcus Scribner

Model Winnie Harlow talks about her sun care line, Cay Skin. Actor Marcus Scribner joins Jennifer on the couch.

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84

Jennifer Hudson Reminisces

Jennifer reminisces about some of the funniest moments from her show with Joel McHale, Regina Hall, Marlon Wayans, and Tony Hale.

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85

La La Anthony, Bashir Salahuddin

La La Anthony chats about her role in TV drama "BMF" and her hair care line Inala. Bashir Salahuddin drops by to talk about his TV shows "South Side" and "Sherman's Showcase."

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Shemar Moore, Reneé Rapp

"S.W.A.T." star Shemar Moore joins Jennifer on the couch. Reneé Rapp promotes her debut EP, "Everything To Everyone."

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Katharine McPhee Foster, Samara Joy

Katharine McPhee Foster chats to Jennifer about her "An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee" Tour and her jewelry line, KMF Jewelry. Two-time Grammy nominated artist Samara Joy performs.

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Gabrielle Union, Sam Jay

Actress Gabrielle Union talks about her film "The Inspection," which is in theaters now. Comedian Sam Jay promotes the Netflix film "You People."

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Tia Mowry, Ledisi

Tia Mowry tells JHud about her new haircare line, 4U by Tia. Ledisi performs her upcoming song "I Need to Know."

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Drew Carey, Storm Reid

Drew Carey promotes upcoming special episodes of "The Price Is Right" celebrating his 15th anniversary as host. Actress Storm Reid drops by to chat about her new movie "Missing."

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Heidi Klum, Jacob Latimore

Supermodel and NBC's "AGT: All Stars" host Heidi Klum joins Jennifer on the couch. Jacob Latimore promotes his new movie "House Party."

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Rita Moreno

Fellow EGOT Rita Moreno chats about her new film "80 for Brady."

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Meagan Good

"Harlem" actress Meagan Good joins Jennifer on the couch.

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Yvette Nicole Brown, Ron Funches

Yvette Nicole Brown drops by to chat about "Act Your Age." Ron Funches tells JHud about his new film "80 for Brady."

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Patti LaBelle

Singing legend Patti LaBelle joins Jennifer Hudson in the studio to talk about her tour.

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John Legend

John Legend celebrates the 100th episode of "The Jennifer Hudson Show." John performs "Nervous" off his album "Legend" and talks about his Loved01 skincare line.

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Alison Brie, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt

Alison Brie chats about her new movie "Somebody I Used to Know." Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratttells Jennifer about her children's book "Good Night, Sister.'

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Andie MacDowell, Tinashe

Legendary actress Andie MacDowell promotes "The Way Home." Singer Tinashe joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch to talk about her album "333."

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Tyrese Gibson, Muni Long

Tyrese Gibson stops by to chat about "Fast X" and his album "Beautiful Pain." Jennifer Hudson meets Muni Long as she promotes "Public Displays of Affection: The Album."

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Kiersey Clemons

Kiersey Clemons talks about her new movie "Somebody I Used To Know."

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Jackée Harry, Javicia Leslie

Legendary actress Jackée Harry promotes "Days of Our Lives." "The Flash" actress Javicia Leslie joins JHud in the studio.

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Jay Ellis

Jay Ellis talks about his new movie "Somebody I Used to Know."

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Chelsea Handler, Nico Parker

Chelsea Handler drops by to talk about her Netflix special "Revolution." Nico Parker chats about her new series "The Last of Us."

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Melissa Rauch, Rotimi

NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joins Jennifer in the studio! Melissa Rauch chats about her show "Night Court." Rotimi performs a medley of his songs "Love Somebody" and "Make You Say."

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Janelle James, Capt. Sandy Yawn

"Abbott Elementary" actress Janelle James brings the laughs! "Below Deck" star Captain Sandy Yawn promotes her book, "Be the Calm or Be the Storm: Leadership Lessons from a Women at the Helm."

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Rita Wilson, Young Dylan Gilmer, Monique Kelley

Rita Wilson joins JHud on the couch as she promotes "A Man Called Otto." "Young Dylan" Gilmer promotes "Tyler Perry's Young Dylan." Dating expert Monique Kelley shares her tips!

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Larry Wilmore, Adam Blackstone

Larry Wilmore promotes The Podcast Academy's Awards for Excellence in Audio. Grammy-nominated musician Adam Blackstone chats with Jennifer about his recent album "Legacy" after playing with Rihanna at the Super Bowl Halftime Show.

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Joel McHale, David Riherd

Joel McHale talks about his new show, "Animal Control." The actor then joins Wildlife Learning Center (WLC) co-founder David Riherd, who teaches Jennifer and Joel about different animals. WLC is a zoological park in Sylmar, California, that cares for more than 100 displaced, rescued, and zoo-born wild animals.

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DJ Khaled, Diego Boneta

DJ Khaled talks to JHud about his new album, "God Did." Diego Boneta promotes "At Midnight."

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Jo Koy, Ashley McBryde

Comedian Jo Koy promotes his world tour. Grammy Award winner Ashley McBryde promotes her album "Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville."

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Ernie Hudson, Madison Bailey

Legendary actor Ernie Hudson promotes "Quantum Leap." Madison Bailey drops by to talk about "Outer Banks."

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Paula Abdul, Jillian Michaels

Jennifer Hudson welcomes former "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul to the studio! Jillian Michaels chats about The Fitness App and her podcast, "Keeping It Real."

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Adam Pally, Jerry O'Connell

"The Mindy Project" alum Adam Pally stops by to chat about his film "Who Invited Charlie?" "Pictionary" host Jerry O'Connell brings the game to "The Jennifer Hudson Show" studio!

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Boris Kodjoe

Actor Boris Kodjoe promotes the ABC drama "Station 19."

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Jay Shetty, Michael Urie, Dean Lewis

Jay Shetty talks about his tour and his book, "8 Rules of Love: How to Find It, Keep It, and Let It Go." Michael Urie promotes "Shrinking." Dean Lewis performs his latest single, "How Do I Say Goodbye?"

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Sebastian Maniscalco, Mason Gooding

Sebastian Maniscalco talks about his Netflix special, "Sebastian Maniscalco: Is It Me?" and his podcast, "Daddy vs. Doctor." Mason Gooding promotes "Scream VI."

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Chrissy Metz, Nika King

Chrissy Metz promotes her children's book, "When I Talk to God, I Talk About You." Nika King promotes "65."

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Katie Lowes, Guillermo Díaz, Pj Morton

Katie Lowes and Guillermo Díaz talk about their podcast, "Unpacking the Toolbox: A Scandal Rewatch." PJ Morton chats to Jennifer and performs his song "Good Morning."

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Quinta Brunson, Stephanie Mills

Abbott Elementary" star Quinta Brunson stops by. Stephanie Mills promotes "Black Broadway: A Proud History, a Limitless Future."

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Mike Epps, Sarah Shahi

Mike Epps stops by to talk about "The Upshaws." Sarah Shahi chats about the new season of "Sex/Life."

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Charles Barkley

Charles Barkley promotes "Inside the NBA."

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Coco Jones, Skai Jackson

Coco Jones performs and chats about Peacock's "Bel-Air," and performs her hit song "ICU" off her album, "What I Didn't Tell You." Skai Jackson promotes her fragrance, "Bloom Up!"

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Melanie Lynskey, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham

Melanie Lynskey drops by to talk about "Yellowjackets." Brooklyn Peltz Beckham promotes the Silk Nextmilk campaign.

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Tamar Braxton, The Isley Brothers

Tamar Braxton joins Jennifer on the couch to discuss "Queens Court." The Isley Brothers are in the studio to talk about their album "Make Me Say It Again, Girl."

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125

Jesse Palmer, Tati Gabrielle, Major

Jesse Palmer talks about "The Bachelor." Tati Gabrielle chats about the latest season of "You." Grammy nominated R&B artist MAJOR. sits down for a chat andperforms his latest song, "Baby Will You Love Me."

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Dermot Mulroney, Jessica Williams, Hannah Fry

Dermot Mulroney stops by to talk about "Scream VI." Jessica Williams chats about the series "Shrinking." Mathematician, professor, and television personality Hannah Fry promotes the Bloomberg Media series "The Future with Hannah Fry."

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Reba McEntire

Reba McEntire promotes the Reba: Live in Concert Tour.

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Julie Bowen, Method Man, Larenz Tate

Julie Bowen joins Jennifer in the studio as she promotes "Prom Pact." Method Man and Larenz Tate talk about "Power Book II: Ghost."

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129

Ashley Park, Jabari Banks

Ashley Park promotes "BEEF." Jabari Banks joins Jennifer on the couch to discuss "Bel-Air."

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Kevin Nealon, Xscape

Kevin Nealon chats about his book, "I Exaggerate: My Brushes with Fame." Xscape are in the studio to promote "SWV & Xscape: The Queens of R&B."

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Mayim Bialik, Julian Gant, SWV

Mayim Bialik and Julian Gant drop by to talk about "Call Me Kat." SWV perform their song "Right Here (Human Nature Remix)."

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Roy Wood Jr., Cierra Ramirez

Roy Wood Jr. stops by to chat about the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Cierra Ramirez joins Jennifer on the couch to discuss "Good Trouble."

41 min

133

Khloé Kardashian, The War and Treaty

Khloé Kardashian promotes her fashion brand Good American. The War and Treaty perform their song "Have You a Heart" from their upcoming album, "Lover's Game."

41 min

134

The Walls Group

The Walls Group perform their song "I Need You" from their recent album, "Four Walls."

41 min

135

Tan France

Tan France joins Jennifer on the couch to chat about his Netflix reality competition show, "Next In Fashion."

41 min

136

Rob Riggle, Sam Claflin

Rob Riggle promotes his documentary, "Plastic Earth." Sam Claflin stops by to discuss "Daisy Jones & the Six."

41 min

137

Tisha Campbell

Tisha Campbell drops by to talk about her film, "Every Breath She Takes."

41 min

138

Nikki & Brie Bella, D.B. Woodside

Nikki & Brie Bella chat about "The Bellas Podcast" and their wine label Bonita Bonita. D.B. Woodside promotes his television show, "The Night Agent."

41 min

139

Stephen A. Smith, Matt Walsh

Stephen A. Smith discusses his memoir, "Straight Shooter," and podcast, "Know Mercy." Matt Walsh asks Jennifer Hudson for singing advice, and JHud gives the comedian some pointers for delivering a song when you're not a singer. Matt shares how he got into pickleball and JHud gives him some special Jenniferized gear for his home pickleball court.

41 min

140

Jennifer Hudson Reminisces #2

Jennifer reminisces about her conversations with incredible women throughout the season, including Viola Davis, Lindsey Vonn, Hannah Waddingham, and Allyson Felix.

41 min

141

Giancarlo Esposito, Ben & Erin Napier

Giancarlo Esposito joins Jennifer on the couch to chat about "The Mandalorian." Ben & Erin Napier stop by to discuss their television show, "Home Town Takeover.

41 min

142

Tyler James Williams, Kristin Cavallari

Tyler James Williams drops by to talk about "Abbott Elementary." Kristin Cavallari promotes her cookbook, "Truly Simple."

41 min

143

VP Kamala Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris sits down for an exclusive daytime talk show interview on "The Jennifer Hudson Show."

41 min

144

Chris Hardwick, Ben Harper

Chris Hardwick chats about his game show, "The Wall." Ben Harper discusses his television series "Extrapolations," and his latest album, "Wide Open Light."

41 min

145

Seal

Seal stops by to chat about his 30th Anniversary Tour commemorating three decades of his landmark albums "Seal" and "Seal II." He also performs an acoustic version of "Kiss from a Rose.

41 min

146

Swizz Beatz, Jody Watley, Jordan Chiles

Swizz Beatz discusses his "Godfather of Harlem" soundtrack. Jody Watley joins Jennifer on the couch to chat about "The Jody Watley Show — Wattage Vibes Rooted in the Music." Olympic silver medalist and UCLA gymnast Jordan Chiles drops by.

41 min

147

Brendan Hunt, Tawny Cypress

Brendan Hunt drops by to chat about"Ted Lasso." Tawney Cypress discusses the latest season of her television show "Yellowjackets."

41 min

148

Milo Ventimiglia, Tori Kelly, Sophia Roe

Milo Ventimiglia discusses his television show "The Company You Keep." Tori Kelly chats about her new single "missin u." Sophia Roe joins Jennifer for a cooking demo and promotes her television show "Counter Space."

41 min

149

Nicole Byer, Folake Olowofoyeku

Nicole Byer chats about her television show "Grand Crew." Folake Olowofoyeku discusses her television show "Bob Hearts Abishola."

41 min

150

Meghan Trainor, Leona Lewis

Meghan Trainor chats about her debut book, "Dear Future Mama: A TMI Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, and Motherhood from Your Bestie." Leona Lewis promotes her Apple TV+ series "Jane," which features her original song "One Step Closer."

41 min

151

Martin Sheen, Emilio Estevez, Marsai Martin

Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez drop by to talk about their movie"The Way." Marsai Martin chats about her television show "Saturdays."

41 min

152

Angel Reese, Flau'Jae Johnson, Alexis Morris

LSU women's basketball NCAA champions, including Angel Reese, Flau'Jae Johnson, and Alexis Morris, join Jennifer on the couch. Jennifer welcomes back life and relationship coach Rhea Williams from Los Angeles, California, who has been in the mental health field for 20 years.

41 min

153

Chloe Bailey, Kelvin Harrison Jr.

Chloe Bailey chats about her debut album "In Pieces." Kelvin Harrison Jr. discusses his movie "Chevalier."

41 min

154

Christina Ricci, Ms. Pat

Christina Ricci stops by to chat about the latest season of "Yellowjackets." Ms. Pat discusses her television sitcom "The Ms. Pat Show."

41 min

155

Rainn Wilson, Lalah Hathaway

Rainn Wilson promotes his book"Soul Boom" and Peacock docuseries "Geography of Bliss." Lalah Hathaway discusses her newsingle "The Energy."

41 min

156

Holly Robinson Peete

Holly Robinson Peete chats about her reality television show "Queens Court."

41 min

157

Ike Barinholtz, 'Vibe Check' Podcasters

Ike Barinholtz stops by to chat about his television show"White House Plumbers." Jennifer welcomes back "Vibe Check" podcast hosts Zach Stafford, Sam Sanders, and Saeed Jones.

41 min

158

Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Charity Lawson, Lewis Howes

Priyanka Chopra Jonas discusses her new film "Love Again" and the Amazon series "Citadel." Charity Lawson, Season 20 star of "The Bachelorette," sits down with Jennifer for her first on-camera interview. Lewis Howes chats about hisNew York Times bestselling book, "The Greatness Mindset: Unlock the Power of Your Mind and Live Your Best Life Today."

41 min

159

Russell Westbrook, Nina Westbrook

Russell and Nina Westbrook discuss their Why Not? Foundation and the card game "Do Tell."

41 min

160

Julianne Hough, Nina Dobrev

Julianne Hough and Nina Dobrev promote their Fresh Vine Wine.

41 min

161

Jeannie Mai Jenkins, Robin Thede

Jeannie Mai Jenkins promotesOwl's Brew Boozy Tea. Robin Thede chats about her television show"A Black Lady Sketch Show."

41 min

162

Wilmer Valderrama, Tarek El Moussa, Heather El Moussa

Wilmer Valderrama drops by to talk about the latest season of"NCIS." Tarek and Heather El Moussa chat about "Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa."

41 min

163

Vanessa Williams, Travis Bennett

Vanessa Williams chats about her reality television show"Queen of the Universe." Travis Bennett talks about his television show "Dave."

41 min

164

Henry Winkler, Laura Harrier

Henry Winkler drops by to discuss the final season of "Barry." Laura Harrier chats about her upcoming movie"White Men Can't Jump."

41 min

165

Samuel L. Jackson

Samuel L. Jackson chats about his television show "Secret Invasion."

41 min

166

Robert Glasper, Rhea Williams

Five-time Grammy Award-winning musician and producer Robert Glasper stops by to chat about the 2023 Blue Note Jazz Festival in Napa, California. Life coach Rhea Williams joins Jennifer on the couch.

41 min

167

Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Lily Rabe

Jesse Tyler Ferguson promotes his podcast "Dinner's on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson." Lily Rabe talks about her television show "Love & Death."

41 min

168

Bebe Rexha, Ego Nwodim

Bebe Rexha promotes her new album "Bebe." Ego Nwodim chats about "Saturday Night Live."

41 min

169

Issa Rae, Bill Bellamy

It's the Season 1 finale! Issa Rae chats about her new movie "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." Bill Bellamy discusses his book "Top Billin': Stories of Laughter, Lessons, and Triumph."

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