The countdown is on to the wrapping of Mariah Carey’s Magical Christmas.

Set to premiere December 4 on Apple TV+, the actioned-packed special sees the diva supreme re-cement her status as the Queen of the season.

And she’s doing so with a little from a number of notable names.

As reported, Ariana Grande and Jennifer Hudson join Mimi for a brand new collaborative take on ‘Oh Santa’ – which is being released a single from the special’s companion soundtrack.

Also appearing are the likes of Tiffany Haddish, Snoop Dogg, Billie Eichner, and Carey’s kids Roc & Roe.

Ahead of its premiere, check out a brand new trailer – showcasing many of the guests – below…

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‘Respect,’ MGM’s hotly anticipated Aretha Franklin biopic starring Jennifer Hudson, has been delayed by a considerable frame.

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Just two weeks separate American voters from the 2020 presidential election.

Joining forces to encourage an increase in this year’s turnout are GRAMMY winners Black Eyed Peas and Jennifer Hudson, who came together for the new song ‘The Love.’

A reimagining of the group’s 2003 hit, ‘Where is the Love,’ the revamp not only endorses former Vice President Joe Biden in his bid for the highest office in the land but also addresses social issues plaguing the nation at present.

Speaking on the heart-tugging clip, Hudson shared:

“We’re living in a time where each one of us must raise our voice. That’s why it is so important to amplify this call to action. We are voting for so much more than the future leaders of our country, we are voting for the future of our citizens and the justice and rights that are too often taken for granted. This is about the future we’d like to see. It’s my hope that every single person who can vote is inspired to make their voice heard.”

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Jennifer Hudson sparkles on the cover of Entertainment Weekly‘s latest issue!

The stunning spread arrives in support of her upcoming turn as Aretha Franklin in biopic ‘Respect.’

Within the feature’s inner-pages, the Oscar and Grammy winner opens up being hand-picked by the legend to play her, the latest conversation she had with Franklin, and what folk can expect from the film when it premieres worldwide on January 15.

Hudson didn’t hold back when quizzed about a TV series about Franklin that appears to be running parallel to her production.

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Jennifer Hudson steps into the iconic shoes of Aretha Franklin in MGM‘s hotly anticipated biopic ‘Respect.’

Named after the legend’s classic of the same name, the film will chronicle the life of the trailblazer.

With Hudson being handpicked by Franklin herself, the film promises a candid look at one of music’s most revered talents.

Set for a limited theaters on December 25, ‘Respect’ will land in cinemas everywhere officially on January 15th (Martin Luther King weekend).

Before then, Entertainment Weekly have unveiled a number of stills from the Liesl Tommy directed film – which is already receiving Oscar buzz.

Head below to see Hudson in action alongside Forest Whitaker as C.L. Franklin, Marlon Wayans as Ted White, Mary J. Blige as Dinah Washington, and more.

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Mariah Carey is movement by herself, but it looks like she’s rallying up a special array of names for something extra special.

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As we reported here, Global Citizen amassed some of the leading names in entertainment, politics, social activism, and more for the benefit concert “Global Goal: Unite for Our Future.”

Airing June 27, the Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson-hosted event – which was live-streamed on Apple, Roku, TIDALTwitchTwitter, Yahoo! and YouTube – placed focus on communities that are disproportionately impacted by the pandemic (namely people of color, people facing discrimination, and the less fortunate) and came as a partnership with the European Commission.

In addition to seeing its virtual stage rocked by 8x GRAMMY winner Usher (as we reported here), fellow GRAMMY winners Justin Bieber, Coldplay, Shakira, and Jennifer Hudson respectively followed suit with equally rocking performances.
Look inside to see the aforementioned, Chloe x Halle, Miley Cyrus, and more #ICYMI:

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It’s finally here!

The first official trailer for the long-awaited Aretha Franklin biopic, ‘Respect,’ has arrived.

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With the world still grappling with the effects of the global health crisis, Disney continue to spread the spirit of upliftment.

After the success of the initial instalment, tonight brought with it the ‘Disney Family Singalong: Volume II.’

Christina Aguilera, who wowed on the initial special, returned with Miguel. Together they performed ‘Remember Me’ from the movie ‘COCO.’

Elsewhere, Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, Katy Perry, Chloe x Halle, Keke Palmer, Halsey, and more dazzled with Disney classics.

Peep performances after the jump…

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‘Walk It Out’ diva Jennifer Hudson continues to prove she walks the walk and talks the talk during the ongoing global health crisis, using her voice to raise awareness for research in the fight against COVID-19.

Having already dropped jaws with her awe-inspiring performance with Global Citizens recently, Hudson was recently tapped by Salesforce – an industry leader in cloud-based software and technology – to perform for their livestreamed panel, #LeadingThroughChange.

Also featuring appearances from the likes of CNN’s Van Jones and more, the virtual event saw the GRAMMY and Academy Award winner crank out tunes ‘We Gon’ Fight,’ a stirring rendition of late Soul icon Bill Withers‘Lean on Me,’ and more.

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Producer extraordinaire will.i.am is turning to music to inspire others during the global coronavirus pandemic and is getting by with a little help from his celebrity friends.

Lifting the uplifting tune, ‘#Sing4Life,’ to his official YouTube channel recently, the Black Eyed Peas-frontman called on fellow Grammy winners Bono and Jennifer Hudson (as well as celebrated composer YOSHIKI) to help bring the track to life.

Based on a song written by the legendary U2 lead singer, ‘#Sing4Life’ was reportedly inspired after he watched footage of Italian citizens singing together from their rooftops and balconies while isolated due to COVID-19.

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Jennifer Hudson blew the roof off of Chicago’s United Center just moments ago when she kicked off the 2020 NBA All-Star game with a stunning performance of Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway‘s 1972 hit, ‘For All We Know.’

Hudson, a native of the Windy City, was undoubtedly a fitting pick for the showing and used it to tribute fallen NBA star Kobe Bryant.

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