‘Feeling Good’ wailer Jennifer Hudson was feeling herself in more ways than one when she was joined in her latest Weight Watchers ad by..umm…her (former) self.  The songstress, who was recently spotted on VH1’s revamp of ‘Divas’, took stake in that claim to new heights as she belted out a rendition of inspirational tune ‘I Believe In You and Me’ for the spot aired during tonight’s X Factor Finale.

Along with the interesting clip, Hudson is readying a promo tour for her forthcoming memoir ‘I Got This’. The book, due January 10, chronicled the Chicagoan’s weight loss journey and details the diva’s drop of 80lbs.  For those who ever sought a side-by-side, before and after shot of the singer, you can get your new view of Jen times two after the jump:

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‘Spotlight’ singer Jennifer Hudson shot to fame seemingly overnight with her acclaimed performance in 2006’s ‘Dreamgirls’ as Effie.  The role, the career-defining moment in the American Idol alum’s stint in entertainment, later led her to the Academy Award stage to accept the Oscar for ‘Best Supporting Actress’ in 2007.  Interestingly, as Hudson’s new memoir ‘I Got This:  How I Changed My Ways and Lost What Weighed Me Down’ details, the songstress was almost the center of another acclaimed, Oscar nominated film – 2009’s ‘Precious’.

The role, eventually landed by actress Gabourey Sidibe, may have won its leading lady a nomination for Best Actress at the following year’s Academy Awards, but Hudson says she was unwilling to pack on the pounds for the portrayal.  Speaking on the offer, J.Hud says:

““I had done that with Effie… and as much as I was moved by this film,” she said. “I wanted to try a role that had nothing whatsoever to do with my weight.””

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Despite the missed opportunity, Hudson hasn’t looked back and continued with the other movie and music ventures that shortly followed.  Fans can read more on this and find out what other gems Jennifer sheds light on in her new memoir, due January 10. (source)

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There’s no party quite like a White House party.

Check out these performances pulled from this year’s ‘Christmas in Washington’ concert, the event which sees President Obama invite some of the world’s biggest names to serenade his family as part of the festive season.

With appearances from The Obama‘s themselves, Jennifer Hudson and Justin Bieber, the night also saw ‘Forget You’ crooner Cee Lo Green take to the stage to perform his own take on the classic, ‘Silent Night‘

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Jennifer Hudson beamed in her holiday showing  at this year’s ‘Christmas in Washington’.  Joined by Justin Bieber, Cee Lo Green, and more, the ‘Spotlight’ songstress took to the stage for the taping of the annual benefit concert for the Children’s National Medical Center.  Though taped this past weekend, fans of the star studded ensemble can expect to see their favorites perform on TNT’s December 16th airing of the show.

See photos below (via DailyMail):

The Obamas aren’t the only one who will be enjoying Hudson’s holiday cheer this year as the diva was also recently spotted taping Disney’s Christmas Day Parade (set to air December 25).  She will be joined by Cee Lo there as well.

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Given her increasingly busy schedule, ‘Where You At’ just may be a question Grammy-winning diva Jennifer Hudson hears many times a day.  With promo for ‘The Three Stooges’ movie and her book tour for the forthcoming ‘I Got This’ memoir, Hudson has definitely racking up her frequent flier miles.  While fans anxiously await her inclusion on VH1’s reboot of‘Divas’ (airing Dec 19) and ABC’s ‘Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade’ (December 25), the ‘Spotlight’ songstress was recently seen touching down for her date with the president for TNT’s annual “Christmas In Washington”.

Though taped this weekend, the JHud, Cee-Lo Green, and Justin Bieber-assisted showing will not air until December 16th.

See more shots below (courtesy of GlobalGrind):

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Grammy Winning diva Jennifer Hudson didn’t need a spotlight to shine in these recent shots from Vanity Fair.  The shots, showing off the soon-to-be Mrs. Otunga adorning a flowing yellow chiffon gown, are set for inclusion in the next issue of the famed magazine.  The set is just one of the many ventures fans can expect to see the ‘Spotlight’ singer on this month as she is due to join Mary J. Blige, Jill Scott, and more for the reboot of VH1’s ‘Divas’ following her holiday themed showings on TNT’s annual “Christmas In Washington” (December 16th) and ABC’s ‘Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade’ (December 25).

As if that’s not enough, JHud is gearing up for the release of her new book ‘I Got this’ (on January 10).  See more shots from the and find out where you can catch the Chicagoan songbird’s on her book tour after the jump (via Daily Mail):

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Since her weight loss journey began “And I’m Telling You’ singer Jennifer Hudson has been telling fans and weight-loss hopefuls of her plans to release a memoir documenting the process.  Enter – ‘I Got This:  How I Changed My Ways and Lost What Weighed Me Down and Found Myself’ – Hudson’s weight loss diary that details how she lost 80 pounds over the course of two years.  The book, set for a January 10 release, is already seeing the Chicagoan songbird traverse the promo trail.

Peep the soon-to-be Mrs. Otunga dish on how she’s ‘got this’ and more below:

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Jennifer Hudson joined Cee Lo Green to make their own Christmas magic at the Magic Kingdom park yesterday in Florida performing a medley of yuletide favorites during the taping of the “Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade” TV special.  The taping marks one of many holiday-themed events the ‘Spotlight’ singer will take center stage for including the annual TNT aired ‘Christmas In Washington’ (billing she coincidentally also shares with the ‘Crazy’ singer)

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After hundreds of comments and thousands votes, the time has finally come for the winners of the 2011 That Grape Juice End of Year Awards to be announced! 

A certain Queen B dominated, while Adele also performed well.

However, the most surprising result of all emerged from the most popular poll, ‘Most Anticipated Comeback for 2012’. So who do most people want to see return to the charts next year? Check out the full list of winners below (in bold):

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Renewed for the tube, the once-annual ‘Divas’ extravaganza roared back into view tonight on its highly anticipated return to VHl.  The themed showing, ‘Divas Celebrate Soul’, enlisted some of music’s best soulful divas including Mary J. Blige, Chaka Khan, Jennifer Hudson, Jill Scott, and more to rock the reboot.

While some of the special’s later presentations billed less-than-worthy starlets with the honor, this year’s diva lineup is sure to be a knockout with fans!  See the ladies in motion after the jump:

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The VH1 Divas franchise roared back in spectacular fashion last night, after many a year on the wane.

Following a number of mis-guised editions, this year’s show helped restore the true meaning of ‘diva’ with its “celebrates Soul” theme. And with sassy vocalists such as Mary J. Blige, Jessie J, Kelly Clarkson, and an increasingly slim-line Jennifer Hudson taking to the stage, the show is set to be every bit a must-see when it airs tonight on VH1 at 9pm ET.

Peep more arrival and show shots below…

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As anticipation mounts for the reboot of VH1’s famed diva-filled spectacular, the music channel announced a new reason for fans to tune in.  Already boasting big names like Mary J. Blige, Jill Scott, and American Idol alums Kelly Clarkson and Jennifer Hudson, VH1 unveiled today that the ‘soul-themed’ showing will also include a tribute to fallen soul singer Amy Winehouse.  The 27-year-old, whose untimely death rocked the music world this past summer, is set to be honored by fellow blue eyed soulstress Florence Welch of Florence and the Machine, rapper Nas, and more.

The news surfaces days after the singer’s recently released, posthumous album ‘Lioness:  Hidden Treasures’ roared onto U.K. charts with impressive numbers.  ‘Divas Celebrate Soul’ airs December 19th at 9pm on VH1.  This year’s show is also set to include performances by Jessie J and veteran R&B group Boyz II Men.

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