Jennifer Hudson Goes Ahead with Gap Ad, Thanks Fans for Support
November 17, 2008 by Jeanne
Jennifer Hudson is the definition of the phrase "the show must go on." Despite suffering some terrible losses late last month, the former American Idol finalist has chosen to go ahead with the holiday Gap campaign featuring her smiling face.
The Gap gave her the option of backing out but a spokesperson for the clothing company explained that "she said she wanted to be a part of it and that we [The Gap] should move forward."
Meanwhile, she has shown her appreciation for the outpouring of love and support from her fans during this sad and tragic time. On her MySpace blog she wrote: "I want to thank each and every one of you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. My sister and I take great comfort and strength from your love and concern."
The funerals for her mother Darnell Donerson, brother Jason Hudson and nephew Julian King were held recently in Chicago. Her sister, Julia’s estranged husband, William Balfour, is being held on suspicion for being connected with the murders.
Such a horrible tragedy from what happened to her. Its good to see her recover from this with moving on in her career.
Jennifer I two had the same thing happen in our family, My 7 year old neice and Sister was murderd with gunshots by the Husband/Daddy. We know how you feel and we know that God will get you through this tough time, know that one day you will see them again. I think about you and your family everyday, I know that your music is going to be more powerful than ever before, Jennifer please know that we feel your pain somewhat and we pray for you everyday. Keep smiling deep inside and know that your fans love you and care for you. I can’t wait for your next cd to come out I will be buying it, I already have your 1st one and I love it. Your voice is a gift from God and you are going to help so many others get though tough times by you being the example. Know that we cannot always figure out God’s plan for our lives but trust him and know that he has eternal reason that our brains cannot understand. I wanted to share my story with you because our stories are so similuar. My God continue to be with you and your family.
Love Jawanna – A real Fan of yours.