Simon Cowell Addresses Jennifer Hudson’s ‘American Idol’ Elimination

Simon Cowell shares why Jennifer Hudson’s “American Idol” elimination is a night he’ll never forget. The talent show judge sits down as the first guest on “The Jennifer Hudson Show” and JHud reveals whether she would change anything if she could go back in time.

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[ralphcorneliusquillacastro]

She may not win American Idol but she got an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, & Tony or simply she is an EGOT winner!

[tammytam]

Did not realize she’s going to have her own talk show. I hope it’s a smashing success!
Good luck to her!

[teeranks_sa]

I really hope the show is a success. She really is a pinnacle of greatness. From humble beginnings, discrimination, and having to prove herself always. She's truly seated at the top. Where she's always deserved to be. Our EGOT!❤️❤️

[Keyee]

So great that two American Idol alums, both have TV shows..Kelly Clarkson and now Jennifer Hudson. So happy for Jennifer. 💗☺🙋🏽‍♀️

[taytheetaurus]

Not only was her elimination sad, but Jennifer, Fantasia & LaToya being the BOTTOM 3 that night was one of the biggest “WTF” moments in Idol history to me.

[DavidRichardson]

Full circle moment. 18 years in the making.

[kingjones]

Let's not forget, during the beginning of her career, the situation with her sister, brother in law, and nephew. To keep on pushing through... the resilience is amazing. One of the most successful contestants, ever.

[steelmagnolia]

I can still remember the night Jennifer was eliminated from American Idol and how upset and angry I was. I’m so glad that despite all the challenges she’s faced, she never gave up on herself. It’s ironic that she has far surpassed most of the other American Idol contestants and winners. I truly hope her TV show does well. God bless you Jennifer!

[romelwilliams]

I remembered when she got eliminated on American Idol after she sang the heck out of Barry Manilow Weekend in New England. Look at her now. Incredible talent!!!

[iHollywoodTVOfficial]

Jennifer Hudson is going to last on TV for a VERY long time. She is such a great asset for Daytime TV! I predict 20 seasons or more of JHud! What a successful first episode of a brand new talk show. She is the ONE to watch. Congratulations, Jennifer Hudson! You deserve it all! 💖

[ThatsJustMyBabyDaddy]

I remember being truly devastated when she was eliminated, like it was the end of the world. Oh, to be a teenager again. 😂

[Blissedx]

Even her talking voice is musical. That's how you can tell you are speaking to a singer with pure talent. Whitney Houston had it too.😍😍

[BTonTV]

I will never forget how heart broken I was when her, Latoya, and Fantasia were the bottom 3. Loved all of them!

[blueswadeshoes]

She lost the battle but she definitely won the war. All the best to you JH

[wandascott]

She deserves everything she has and more! A true star on and off the stage.

[davidanthony]

We will be supporting our Chicago sister/cousin/auntie 🥰🥰🥰 I’m so

[vetaclarke]

Great show Jennifer Hudson! Nice that Simon was your 1st guest! Awesome! You didn’t win American Idol, but God opened many more doors to show your talents!✔️. Jennifer, Lots of success and blessings for your new show and all endeavors🙏❤️

[jerrymcknight]

"Sometimes you got to lose to win", and Babygirl you are winning!!!...#LOVEIT #EGOT🙏🏼💕💪🏽💐⭐

[mohamadimran]

Okay....singing, then there's acting, producing, then a book, EGOT, Hollywood Walk of Fame, coaching, starring in Mariah Carey's video, commercials, host, wax figure at Madam Tussaud...U r already a LEGEND. So happy for you Jennifer..u r one of a kind!!

[constancebeckham]

She sung the hell outta “Weekend in New Zeeland” and it stretched and showed the depth of her voice! It was so soulful before all the training for broadway! That voice is what we loved! She didn’t win Idol because it wasn’t going to allow her to grow to the levels that her voice would take her !