The Jennifer Hudson Show

Zooey Deschanel talks about her new movie Merv and the holiday mainstay Elf, plus a veteran Tulsa firefighter and his son go heartwarmingly viral.

Dancing with the Stars host Alfonso Ribeiro discusses the record-breaking 2025 season. Then, Jennifer welcomes rising young viral singer Tate Butts.

Jennifer chats with Christina Aguilera about her Paris holiday special, then welcomes back activist Aurianna Tuttle to discuss her growing impact.

Actress Ginnifer Goodwin talks about her recent hit, Zootopia 2. Then Jennifer welcomes 2025 Kentucky Elementary Teacher of the Year, Scott Johnson.

Actress Niecy Nash-Betts and Jennifer chat about her new show Alls Fair.

Jennifer welcomes back Abbott Elementary star Tyler James Williams!

Nobody Wants This star Kristen Bell talks about her hit show. Then, Jennifer welcomes a woman and her former teacher whose inspiring story went viral.

Actress Tia Mowry talks about her new film My Secret Santa. Then, Jennifer welcomes singer and drag queen Ada Vox and a teen who founded a bakery.

Meghan Trainor chats with Jennifer about her new single and upcoming album and tour. Then, A Man on the Inside star Mary Steenburgen stops by.

Oliver Hudson discusses his new holiday show, Jennifer welcomes back Bella Baker, and author Eli Rallo stops by to chat about her best-selling book.

Actress Brie Larson and chef Courtney McBroom discuss their cookbook Party People. Jennifer also welcomes Derek Hough and a remarkable father-son duo.

Jennifer welcomes Tamera Mowry-Housley to chat about her holiday special, then Grammy-nominated singer Raye performs her latest single.

The Hunting Wives star Brittany Snow joins Jennifer to discuss the hit show and her new series The Beast in Me.

Julianne Hough joins Jennifer to talk Dancing with the Stars, followed by viral guest Mya LaVoie and her touching video messages from her dad.

Jane Lynch talks "Weakest Link," Ms. Pat discusses season five of her hit show, and Cirque du Soleil 'Auana' performs a spectacular routine!

Renée Elise Goldsberry discusses her documentary Satisfied, while Malala Yousafzai joins Jennifer to talk about her memoir Finding My Way.

Loretta Devine talks "Deck The Hallways," Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt shares her kids' book, and Abdul’s Cats spotlights foster kitten care.

Comedian Gabriel Iglesias discusses his upcoming stand-up night with Jo Koy. R&B star Summer Walker also stops by to talk about her upcoming album.

Lori Harvey joins to discuss Reasonable Doubts. Twin ballet dancers Naazir and Shaakir reunite onstage, and Alfre Woodard talks The Last Frontier.

Iconic female rap group Salt-N-Pepa stops by. Jennifer also welcomes an Air Force veteran who is one of just 280 dual-organ living donors in the U.S.

Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis join Jennifer to discuss the new season of Honest Renovations, followed by a chat with WNBA superfans Iman and Bianca.

Businessman and B-ball legend Magic Johnson stops by. Then, Caleb McLaughlin and Jennifer talk about Stranger Things’ highly anticipated final season.

NBA on Prime analysts Candace Parker, Taylor Rooks, and Blake Griffin stop by and an 8-year-old Junior Olympian demonstrates his B-ball skills.

Global superstar Becky G talks with Jennifer about her documentary. Jennifer also welcomes back eight-year-old mariachi singer Alessandra Gutierrez.

Actor and comedian Joel Kim Booster discusses his show Loot. Then, WNBA MVP and Las Vegas Aces player A'Ja Wilson stops by.

The iconic Morgan Freeman visits to talk about his new film Now You See Me: Now You Don't. Plus, Burna Boy, Alix Earle, and Dylan Efron stop by.

Its Halloween at The Jennifer Hudson Show! Tune in for this spooky episode with special guests and surprises!

Latin superstar Karol G talks about her new album Tropicoqueta, while Venus Williams discusses her podcast series Stockton Street.

Acclaimed recording artist and actress Janelle Monáe visits the show. Then Taylour Paige discusses her highly anticipated series It: Welcome to Derry.

Queen Latifah joins Jennifer to discuss Weight Watchers for Menopause, while Le Sserafim chats and performs their new song Spaghetti.

Actress Kat Dennings sits down to talk about her show Shifting Gears. Next, actress Nia Long stops by and musician Charles Jones makes an appearance.

Allison Williams talks Halloween, villain roles, and her film Regretting You. Dwight Howard reflects on the NBA, Shaq, and his Hall of Fame jacket.

Jennifer welcomes Halle Bailey and NBA star Dwight Howard to discuss his podcast. Kristen Wells-Collins shares her STEM program, Black to the Lab.

Actress Alfre Woodard talks about her new show The Last Frontier. Jennifer then welcomes a 6-year-old piano prodigy and a janitor-turned-doctor.

Jennifer welcomes actress, singer, and businesswoman Selena Gomez and Wizards Beyond Waverly Place co-stars David Henrie and Janice LeAnn Brown.

Backstreet Boys member AJ McLean stops by to talk about his upcoming solo album, the Backstreet Boys holiday album, and the bands residency at Sphere.

Jennifer welcomes former NBA player, host, and actor John Salley.

Grammy-winning R&B singer Muni Long visits to chat about her new single. Then, breast cancer survivors share their story of survival and friendship.

Bill Bellamy stops by, plus young artist Tatum Galberth returns with her viral hit. Later, Devin Davis shares how he’s raising his four brothers.

Wilmer Valderrama chats about the new season of NCIS. R&B star Mariah the Scientist performs Burning Blue from her new album Hearts Sold Separately.

Cedric the Entertainer and other cast members of The Neighborhood discuss their final season. Then, Jennifer welcomes singer-songwriter Alex Warren.

Jason George chats about Grey's Anatomy, sisters Winter and Sky wow with weightlifting, and Debra Kelly shares her inspiring youth music program.

Jennifer welcomes actress and activist Holly Robinson Peete, American Idol winner Jamal Roberts, and mental health advocate Victoria Garrick Browne.

Offset talks KIARI, nurse Charles Cox shares his inspiring journey, young designer Gabby Loftin stuns, and Samara Joy performs a jazz classic.

Ken Jeong and Erin Andrews talk about their game show 99 to Beat and four viral gospel-singing siblings from Memphis make their showstopping debut.

Acclaimed actor Courtney B. Vance chats about narrating a new audiobook. Then, Jennifer welcomes 15-year-old twins who launched a viral hot dog stand.

Award-winning musician Kirk Franklin discusses his single "He's Able" and performs with Jennifer. Plus, singer JayDon performs "Lullaby" from his EP.

Singer, actress, and entrepreneur Jessica Simpson visits to talk about her new album. Then, Jennifer welcomes 11-year-old singer Taylor-Brinae Lane.

Alfonso Ribeiro talks AFV and DWTS and viral UPS driver Carlos Cruz returns, now a beloved celeb, actor, and one of People en Españols 50 Más Bellos.

Legendary vocalist Mariah Carey visits to chat about her new album Here for It All. Then, comedian Jake Shane talks about his podcast Therapuss.

Howie Mandel talks his podcast, WNBA's 2025 Rookie of the Year Paige Bueckers joins, and 10-year-old history champion Everest Nevraumont visits.

Tony Goldwyn talks about his new film One Battle After Another. Then, a Georgia teacher shares her remarkable journey of adopting a student in need.

Singer-songwriter and actress Gloria Estefan visits Jennifer to talk about her new album Raíces and movie Gabby's Dollhouse.

Legendary actress and singer Jennifer Holliday stops by to share details of her upcoming tour. Later, K-pop group Aespa performs their new song.

Jennifer welcomes the ladies of the new film One Battle After Another. Plus, 12-year-old digital creator James Tucker, aka Lil James, drops by.

Simon Cowell visits his longtime friend to talk about America’s Got Talent and Olivia Culpo stops by to discuss her hosting duties at Next Gen Chef.

Multiplatinum recording artist MGK joins Jennifer to chat about his recently released album Lost Americana.

Actor Josh Duhamel and dancer Derek Hough stop by. Then Jennifer welcomes a Texas dad whose viral video broke through stigma about male vulnerability.

Singer-songwriter and actress Reneé Rapp joins Jennifer to discuss her recent album, Bite Me. Jennifer welcomes Milaj Robinson and his mother, Lakeya Harris.

Season 4 kicks off with a visit from rap superstar Cardi B. Then Jennifer welcomes a retired police officer and mental health advocate, and more!