Congratulations are in order for Jennifer Hudson.

For, the multihyphenate’s daytime talk series has officially been renewed for season 2.

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Having launched its freshman season in the slot historically occupied by ‘The Ellen Degeneres Show,’ the Warner Bros production has found favor with audiences and earned its stripes in the notoriously tough “talk” sphere.

In its premiere week, ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show’ – which blends celebrity interviews, lifestyle segments, and music – debuted as the 2022-23 season’s #1 new first-run series – reaching a total of 5.2 million on average.

What’s more, the EGOT winner’s series (which airs on Fox in most markets) served as the only new show nominated for a 2022 People’s Choice Award in the Daytime Talk Show category.

Armed with the momentum of the show, Hudson was also named one of People Magazine’s ‘People of the Year’ as well as one of Glamour’s ‘Women of the Year.’

Speaking on the pick-up, Hudson said:

“Working on this show alongside my incredible team and our amazing partners has been one of the greatest joys of my career. We have been on this journey together from day one and I am so thrilled to take it to the next level. I could not be more grateful to audiences across America for letting me into their homes everyday as we empower and inspire one another. I can’t wait to show you what we have up our sleeves in season two!”

Mike Darnell, President, Warner Bros. Unscripted Television added:

“Jennifer is an incredible talent and can literally accomplish anything she sets her sights on. This show is second to none because of her and all of the talented producers and crew who work daily to make every single episode special. A season two pick-up this early on proves that this show is here to stay.”

David Decker, President of Content Sales, Warner Bros. Discovery said:

“From Day 1, we’ve had the best of the best here – a great host in Jennifer, amazing producers, terrific guests, and some of the best television station partners in America. When all that comes together – it’s a hit.”

Frank Cicha, Executive Vice President of Programming for Fox Television Stations concluded:

“Given what we’ve seen so far, this program absolutely deserves a second year. Thanks to Jennifer Hudson and her fantastic production team.”

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