‘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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‘I Got This’ diva Jennifer Hudson certainly got her fair-share of praise from her recent December 2011 cover of Ebony magazine.  The issue, which hits newsstands November 29th, precedes the songstress’ forthcoming ventures including her book, two movies, and visual for her third single ‘I Got This’.  The cover story sees J.Hud cover many a topic including her engagement to pro wrestler David Otunga, motherhood, rumors of her (at one time) dropping to a size 0, and more.

Although you’ve already seen the cover, fans have been invited into the behind the scenes action of the shoot.  Your view awaits after the jump:

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Check out these snaps of Jennifer Hudson taken at last night’s Swarovski Elements And Rodeo Drive Lighting Ceremony in Beverly Hills, California.

Dressed in white and snapped in the company of fellow entertainer Jessica Alba, the Oscar winner’s appearance at the ceremony after she performed in honor of long time friend Clive Davis days ago.

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Despite landing the diva in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons (see: armpits, knees), ‘I Got This’ songstress Jennifer Hudson still wowed the crowd when she got down to business lending her soaring vocals to the classic ‘Hallelujah’ and her own hit ‘Spotlight‘.

On hand at the fourth annual Martha Stewart Centre for Living at Mount Sinai gala in New York to honor industry mentor/legend Clive Davis, see more pics find out how Hudson fared on the numbers after the jump:

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Christmas is certainly coming early for Jennifer Hudson fans.  Most recently spotted on the December cover of Ebony magazine, the budding diva beamed in blue on its cover and discussed a number of topics including her engagement to professional wrestler David Otunga, motherhood, weight loss, and more.  The issue, which hits newsstands November 29th, precedes the songstress’ upcoming ventures such as her book, two movies, and visual for her third single ‘I Got This’.

As if that wasn’t enough, headlines have revealed Hudson will be joining Justin Bieber and Cee Lo Green for this year’s TNT aired ‘Christmas In Washington’ and ‘Vh1 Divas Celebrates Soul’ (set to air on December 19th at 9pm).

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