Octavia Spencer
The Jennifer Hudson Show - S1 - E82
Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer promotes the drama series "Truth Be Told."
The Jennifer Hudson Show: Season 1 - 101 Episode s
1x32 - Cedric the Entertainer
October 25, 2022
The comedian sits down with Jennifer to chat about the new season of "The Neighborhood"
1x33 - Marlon Wayans
October 26, 2022
Following an appearance from his "The Curse of Bridge Hollow" co-star Kelly Rowland, the funnyman talks about his new Meta series "Oh Hell No… with Marlon Wayans."
1x34 - Eddie Redmayne
October 27, 2022
The Oscar-winning actor discusses his new role in "The Good Nurse" on Netflix
1x35 - Property Brothers, Amber Ruffin
October 28, 2022
Property Brothers: Drew and Jonathan Scott talk about their show "Property Brothers: Forever Home." Amber Ruffin: The funnywoman chats with JHud as Season 3 of "The Amber Ruffin Show" airs on Peacock.
1x36 - Terry Crews
October 31, 2022
The multi-talented Terry Crews joins in the Halloween festivities and tells Jennifer about his children's book "Terry's Crew."
1x37 - Nicole Scherzinger
November 1, 2022
Nicole Scherzinger and JHud exchange stories about their pasts working as amusement characters. Nicole tells “The Jennifer Hudson Show” the funny story of what happened when she had to perform a hoedown in a King Louie costume.
1x38 - Fortune Feimster, Tasha Cobbs Leonard
November 2, 2022
Comedian Fortune Feimstertalks about her Netflix stand-up special "Good Fortune." Grammy Award-winning gospel singer Tasha Cobbs Leonard collabs with JHud!
1x39 - Alfonso Ribeiro
November 3, 2022
Alfonso Ribeiro tells Jennifer Hudson what it was like to get a visit from singing legend Tom Jones on the set of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” The “Dancing with the Stars” host tells JHud about his Thanksgiving tradition with the professional dancers.
1x40 - Chaka Khan
November 4, 2022
Chaka Khan tells Jennifer Hudson exactly what she thought when she first met Prince. Chaka reveals she turned down Steven Spielberg after he approached her to appear in the movie "The Color Purple" and shares what role she was considered to take on.
1x41 - Beth Behrs, Aldis Hodge
November 7, 2022
Beth Behrs: The star of CBS series "The Neighborhood" joins Jennifer in the studio. Aldis Hodge: The "Black Adam" actor sits down on the couch with JHud.
1x42 - Shania Twain, Jodie Turner-Smith
November 8, 2022
Shania Twain: Country music superstar Shania Twain performs. Jodie Turner-Smith: The actress talks to Jennifer about her new political thriller film, "The Independent."
1x43 - Jerry O'Connell, Dr. Corey Yeager
November 9, 2022
Jerry O'Connell tells Jennifer Hudson how he met Rebecca Romijn and explains why he thinks his wife should join the "Real Housewives" franchise. Jerry O'Connell tells Jennifer Hudson how his hyperactivity helped him discover his passion for acting and how one of his daughters may be following in his footsteps. The actor tells JHud he wouldn't mind her son dating one of his daughters!
1x44 - Tamera Mowry-Housley
November 10, 2022
Tamera Mowry-Housley admits she and her sister Tia have heard some questionable ideas for a "Sister, Sister" reboot. The actress tells Jennifer Hudson why she and her twin are waiting for the right opportunity to bring back the iconic '90s show. Tamera Mowry-Housley tells Jennifer Hudson about her new book "You Should Sit Down for This" and how the color scheme was inspired by her niece, who was killed in the Borderline Bar and Grill shooting. The actress admits her husband said including a list of her sex goals is "embarrassing."
1x45 - Josh Groban
November 11, 2022
Josh Groban recalls David Foster helping him get his start in music. The singer tells Jennifer Hudson why he didn’t make it as a magician at The Magic Castle in Los Angeles.
1x46 - Jonathan Majors
November 14, 2022
Jonathan Majors tells Jennifer Hudson about his role as a fighter pilot in “Devotion.” The actor shares how he’s keen to get his pilot license after racking up 27 hours in the sky.
1x47 - Kerry Washington, David Archuleta
November 15, 2022
Kerry Washington: The actress is joined by Emayatzy Corinealdi to talk about Hulu's "Reasonable Doubt" which Kerry is executive producing. David Archuleta: The singer and "American Idol" alum promotes his latest single "Faith In Me" and his upcoming Christmas Tour.
1x48 - Tichina Arnold, Jaren Lewison
November 16, 2022
Tichina Arnold, After her "The Neighborhood" co-stars Beth Behrs, Cedric the Entertainer and Max Greenfield stopped by, the actress joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch. Jaren Lewinson, The actor chats with Jennifer about "Never Have I Ever."
1x49 - Justin Hartley, tWitch, Allison Holker Boss
November 17, 2022
Justin Hartley , The actor stops by to talk about his new movie "The Noel Diary." Stephen "tWitch" Boss and Allison Holker Boss promote the Disney+ special "The Hip Hop Nutcracker."
1x50 - Sam Smith, Morris Day
November 18, 2022
Sam Smith, The singer promotes their latest single "Unholy." May Morris, After receiving the Legend Award at this year's Soul Train Awards, the singer chats to Jennifer in the studio.
1x51 - David Arquette, Robin de Jesús
November 21, 2022
David Arquette, The actor talks about being a "Kindness Captain," as in his partnership with On Our Sleeves. Robin de Jesús, Robin sits down on the couch to talk about his Hulu series "Welcome to Chippendales."
1x52 - Tabitha Brown
November 22, 2022
The viral star does a cooking demo with Jennifer Hudson.
1x53 - Toni Braxton, Anika Noni Rose
November 23, 2022
Toni Braxton, The music star speaks to Jennifer about executive producing Lifetime movie "A Christmas Spark," and her skin care line "Nude Sugar." Anika Noni Rose, Jennifer Hudson's "Dreamgirls" co-star stops by to talk about "Let the Right One In" on Showtime.
1x54 - Tony Hale
November 28, 2022
The actor chats to Jennifer about the second season of the Disney+ series "The Mysterious Benedict Society."
1x55 - Jameela Jamil, Josh Dallas
November 29, 2022
Jameela Jamil chats with JHud about the Peacock series "Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin" and her company I Weigh. Josh Dallas, The "Manifest" star joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch.
1x56 - Glen Powell
November 30, 2022
Following an appearance from co-star Jonathan Majors, Glen Powell stops by to talk about his new movie "Devotion."
1x57 - Ken Jeong, Ashton Sanders
December 1, 2022
Ken Jeong, After fellow panelists Robin Thicke and Nicole Scherzinger graced the couch, comedy actor Ken Jeong chats to Jennifer Hudson about his role as a judge on Fox's "The Masked Singer." Ashton Sanders, The actor promotes the Whitney Houston biopic "I Wanna Dance with Somebody," in which he plays Bobby Brown.
1x58 - Amber Riley
December 5, 2022
Amber Rileystops by to talk about "The Black Beauty Effect."
1x59 - Billy Porter, Haley Lu Richardson
December 6, 2022
Billy Porter chats about "Accused" and new memoir, "Unprotected." Haley Lu Richardson joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch to talk all things "The White Lotus."
1x60 - Don Cheadle, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton
December 7, 2022
Don Cheadle chats with JHud about his new movie "White Noise." Adrienne Bailon-Houghton helps Jennifer kick off the most wonderful time of the year with Day 1 of Mama Hud's Holiday Giveaways.
1x61 - Ciara, Howie Mandel
December 8, 2022
JHud welcomes her friend Ciara as she prepares to host"New Year's Rockin' Eve." Howie Mandel helps Jennifer spread holiday cheer with Day 2 of Mama Hud's Holiday Giveaways.
1x62 - Lindsey Vonn
December 9, 2022
Former US Ski Team racer Lindsey Vonn promotes her book, "Rise: My Story" and The Lindsey Vonn Foundation.
1x63 - Blake Shelton, James Corden
December 12, 2022
Blake Shelton visits "The Jennifer Hudson Show" to talk about "The Voice" and his new show "Barmageddon." James Corden tells Jennifer Hudson how he feels about ending "The Late Late Show with James Corden” and "Carpool Karaoke." James recalls JHud being one of his first guests on Carpool Karaoke.
1x64 - Regina Hall, Russell Dickerson
December 13, 2022
Actress Regina Hall sits on the couch to chat about "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." Russell Dickerson stops by to chat about his new album.
1x65 - Sam Worthington, Kendrick Sampson, Sheléa
December 14, 2022
"Avatar: The Way of Water" actor Sam Worthington joins Jennifer on the couch. Kendrick Sampson promotes "Something from Tiffany's." Sheléa performs her latest holiday song, "Mothers And Shepherds."
1x66 - Matthew Perry, Greta Onieogou
December 15, 2022
Matthew Perry discusses his memoir, "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing." Actress Greta Onieogou sits down with Jennifer and talks about her Russian roots, sharing that she still speaks her native tongue with her parents. Jennifer then surprises the “All American” star with New York Times bestselling author and viral star Tabitha Brown, whom Greta and her family adore.
1x67 - Dionne Warwick
December 16, 2022
Dionne Warwick recalls what it was like touring in the South with Sam Cooke during the civil rights era on "The Jennifer Hudson Show." She tells Jennifer a story of her confronting racism that nearly got her arrested. Dionne Warwick talks to Jennifer Hudson about her new documentary. The star also explains how her last name was changed at the beginning of her career.
1x68 - Brian Tyree Henry
January 2, 2023
Brian Tyree Henry promotes his Apple TV+ film "Causeway."
1x69 - Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, Lisa Ann Walter
January 3, 2023
Adrienne Bailon-Houghton chats about her latest role as an "E! News" host. "Abbott Elementary" actress Lisa Ann Walterjoins Jennifer Hudson on the couch.
1x70 - Wendi McLendon-Covey, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, The Budgetnista
January 4, 2023
Wendi McLendon-Covey joins Jennifer on the couch to talk about "The Goldbergs." Kirby Howell-Baptiste chats about her children's books "Little Black Boy" and "Little Black Girl." Jennifer welcomes "The Budgetnista" Tiffany Aliche to discuss spending habits for the New Year.
1x71 - Morris Chestnut, Antonia Gentry
January 5, 2023
Morris Chestnut promotes Peacock's "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." Antonia Gentry stops by to chat "Ginny & Georgia."
1x72 - Kumail Nanjiani, Jermaine Fowler
January 6, 2023
Jennifer welcomes Kumail Nanjiani to the studio as the actor promotes the Hulu series "Welcome to Chippendales." Jermaine Fowler tells Jennifer Hudson how he became interested in comedy and got his start in acting. Jermaine opens up about taking a career break after the deaths of his mother and best friend Kevin Barnett.
1x73 - Mario Lopez, Todrick Hall
January 9, 2023
"Access Hollywood" host Mario Lopez chats with Jennifer about "On with Mario Lopez" and the new season of "Too Hot to Handle." Todrick Hall tells JHud about his new HGTV show, "Battle of the Bling," and his new album, "Jim."
1x74 - Ashlee Simpson Ross, Adam DiMarco
January 10, 2023
"The White Lotus" star Adam DiMarco stops by to chat with Jennifer. Ashlee Simpson Ross joins Jennifer on the couch to talk about her home line, Kempa Home.
1x75 - Anjelah Johnson-Reyes
January 11, 2023
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes shares an update on her first pregnancy as she tells Jennifer Hudson how she changed her mind about having children at age 40. The comedian explains why her sister knows the sex of her child, but she doesn’t.
1x76 - Justin Baldoni, Angie Thomas, Dhonielle Clayton
January 12, 2023
Justin Baldoni promotes his book "Boys Will Be Human." Angie Thomas and Dhonielle Clayton, two of the authors of the book "Whiteout," stop by the studio.
1x77 - Gabriel Iglesias
January 13, 2023
Gabriel Iglesias talks about his Netflix stand-up special "Stadium Fluffy" and his upcoming tour dates.
1x78 - Jay Pharoah, Kyla Pratt
January 16, 2023
Jay Pharoah shares his hilarious impressions with the "Jennifer Hudson Show" audience. "Call Me Kat" star Kyla Pratt joins Jennifer on the couch.
1x79 - Michael Chiklis, Rosanna Scotto, Elaina Scotto
January 17, 2023
Award-winning actor Michael Chiklis stops by to chat about FOX's "Accused." "Good Day New York" anchor Rosanna Scotto and her sister Elaina show JHud how to cook recipes from their book "Meatballs, Mangia & Memories."
1x80 - Debbie Allen
January 18, 2023
Legendary actress Debbie Allen chats about the Debbie Allen Middle School.
1x81 - Judge Greg Mathis, Chase Rice
January 19, 2023
The longest-running Black male TV host, Judge Mathis, visits the studio. Chase Rice performs his latest song, "Way Down Yonder."
1x82 - Octavia Spencer
January 20, 2023
Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer promotes the drama series "Truth Be Told."
1x83 - Winnie Harlow, Marcus Scribner
January 23, 2023
Model Winnie Harlow talks about her sun care line, Cay Skin. Actor Marcus Scribner joins Jennifer on the couch.
1x84 - Jennifer Hudson Reminisces
January 24, 2023
Jennifer reminisces about some of the funniest moments from her show with Joel McHale, Regina Hall, Marlon Wayans, and Tony Hale.
1x85 - La La Anthony, Bashir Salahuddin
January 25, 2023
La La Anthony chats about her role in TV drama "BMF" and her hair care line Inala. Bashir Salahuddin drops by to talk about his TV shows "South Side" and "Sherman's Showcase."
1x86 - Shemar Moore, Reneé Rapp
January 26, 2023
"S.W.A.T." star Shemar Moore joins Jennifer on the couch. Reneé Rapp promotes her debut EP, "Everything To Everyone."
1x87 - Katharine McPhee Foster, Samara Joy
January 27, 2023
Katharine McPhee Foster chats to Jennifer about her "An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee" Tour and her jewelry line, KMF Jewelry. Two-time Grammy nominated artist Samara Joy performs.
1x88 - Gabrielle Union, Sam Jay
January 30, 2023
Actress Gabrielle Union talks about her film "The Inspection," which is in theaters now. Comedian Sam Jay promotes the Netflix film "You People."
1x89 - Tia Mowry, Ledisi
January 31, 2023
Tia Mowry tells JHud about her new haircare line, 4U by Tia. Ledisi performs her upcoming song "I Need to Know."
1x90 - Drew Carey, Storm Reid
February 1, 2023
Drew Carey promotes upcoming special episodes of "The Price Is Right" celebrating his 15th anniversary as host. Actress Storm Reid drops by to chat about her new movie "Missing."
1x91 - Heidi Klum, Jacob Latimore
February 2, 2023
Supermodel and NBC's "AGT: All Stars" host Heidi Klum joins Jennifer on the couch. Jacob Latimore promotes his new movie "House Party."
1x92 - Rita Moreno
February 3, 2023
Fellow EGOT Rita Moreno chats about her new film "80 for Brady."
1x93 - Meagan Good
February 6, 2023
"Harlem" actress Meagan Good joins Jennifer on the couch.
1x94 - Yvette Nicole Brown, Ron Funches
February 7, 2023
Yvette Nicole Brown drops by to chat about "Act Your Age." Ron Funches tells JHud about his new film "80 for Brady."
1x95 - Patti LaBelle
February 8, 2023
Singing legend Patti LaBelle joins Jennifer Hudson in the studio to talk about her tour.
1x96 - John Legend
February 9, 2023
John Legend celebrates the 100th episode of "The Jennifer Hudson Show." John performs "Nervous" off his album "Legend" and talks about his Loved01 skincare line.
1x97 - Alison Brie, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt
February 10, 2023
Alison Brie chats about her new movie "Somebody I Used to Know." Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratttells Jennifer about her children's book "Good Night, Sister.'
1x98 - Andie MacDowell, Tinashe
February 13, 2023
Legendary actress Andie MacDowell promotes "The Way Home." Singer Tinashe joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch to talk about her album "333."
1x99 - Tyrese Gibson, Muni Long
February 14, 2023
Tyrese Gibson stops by to chat about "Fast X" and his album "Beautiful Pain." Jennifer Hudson meets Muni Long as she promotes "Public Displays of Affection: The Album."
1x100 - Kiersey Clemons
February 15, 2023
Kiersey Clemons talks about her new movie "Somebody I Used To Know."
1x101 - Jackée Harry, Javicia Leslie
February 16, 2023
Legendary actress Jackée Harry promotes "Days of Our Lives." "The Flash" actress Javicia Leslie joins JHud in the studio.
1x102 - Jay Ellis
February 17, 2023
Jay Ellis talks about his new movie "Somebody I Used to Know."
1x103 - Chelsea Handler, Nico Parker
February 20, 2023
Chelsea Handler drops by to talk about her Netflix special "Revolution." Nico Parker chats about her new series "The Last of Us."
1x104 - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Melissa Rauch, Rotimi
February 21, 2023
NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joins Jennifer in the studio! Melissa Rauch chats about her show "Night Court." Rotimi performs a medley of his songs "Love Somebody" and "Make You Say."
1x105 - Janelle James, Capt. Sandy Yawn
February 22, 2023
"Abbott Elementary" actress Janelle James brings the laughs! "Below Deck" star Captain Sandy Yawn promotes her book, "Be the Calm or Be the Storm: Leadership Lessons from a Women at the Helm."
1x106 - Rita Wilson, Young Dylan Gilmer, Monique Kelley
February 23, 2023
Rita Wilson joins JHud on the couch as she promotes "A Man Called Otto." "Young Dylan" Gilmer promotes "Tyler Perry's Young Dylan." Dating expert Monique Kelley shares her tips!
1x107 - Larry Wilmore, Adam Blackstone
February 24, 2023
Larry Wilmore promotes The Podcast Academy's Awards for Excellence in Audio. Grammy-nominated musician Adam Blackstone chats with Jennifer about his recent album "Legacy" after playing with Rihanna at the Super Bowl Halftime Show.
1x108 - Joel McHale, David Riherd
February 27, 2023
Joel McHale talks about his new show, "Animal Control." The actor then joins Wildlife Learning Center (WLC) co-founder David Riherd, who teaches Jennifer and Joel about different animals. WLC is a zoological park in Sylmar, California, that cares for more than 100 displaced, rescued, and zoo-born wild animals.
1x109 - DJ Khaled, Diego Boneta
February 28, 2023
DJ Khaled talks to JHud about his new album, "God Did." Diego Boneta promotes "At Midnight."
1x110 - Jo Koy, Ashley McBryde
March 1, 2023
Comedian Jo Koy promotes his world tour. Grammy Award winner Ashley McBryde promotes her album "Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville."
1x111 - Ernie Hudson, Madison Bailey
March 2, 2023
Legendary actor Ernie Hudson promotes "Quantum Leap." Madison Bailey drops by to talk about "Outer Banks."
1x112 - Paula Abdul, Jillian Michaels
March 3, 2023
Jennifer Hudson welcomes former "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul to the studio! Jillian Michaels chats about The Fitness App and her podcast, "Keeping It Real."
1x113 - Adam Pally, Jerry O'Connell
March 6, 2023
"The Mindy Project" alum Adam Pally stops by to chat about his film "Who Invited Charlie?" "Pictionary" host Jerry O'Connell brings the game to "The Jennifer Hudson Show" studio!
1x114 - Boris Kodjoe
March 7, 2023
Actor Boris Kodjoe promotes the ABC drama "Station 19."
1x115 - Jay Shetty, Michael Urie, Dean Lewis
March 13, 2023
Jay Shetty talks about his tour and his book, "8 Rules of Love: How to Find It, Keep It, and Let It Go." Michael Urie promotes "Shrinking." Dean Lewis performs his latest single, "How Do I Say Goodbye?"
1x116 - Sebastian Maniscalco, Mason Gooding
March 14, 2023
Sebastian Maniscalco talks about his Netflix special, "Sebastian Maniscalco: Is It Me?" and his podcast, "Daddy vs. Doctor." Mason Gooding promotes "Scream VI."
1x117 - Chrissy Metz, Nika King
March 15, 2023
Chrissy Metz promotes her children's book, "When I Talk to God, I Talk About You." Nika King promotes "65."
1x118 - Katie Lowes, Guillermo Díaz, Pj Morton
March 16, 2023
Katie Lowes and Guillermo Díaz talk about their podcast, "Unpacking the Toolbox: A Scandal Rewatch." PJ Morton chats to Jennifer and performs his song "Good Morning."
1x119 - Quinta Brunson, Stephanie Mills
March 17, 2023
Abbott Elementary" star Quinta Brunson stops by. Stephanie Mills promotes "Black Broadway: A Proud History, a Limitless Future."
1x120 - Mike Epps, Sarah Shahi
March 20, 2023
Mike Epps stops by to talk about "The Upshaws." Sarah Shahi chats about the new season of "Sex/Life."
1x121 - Charles Barkley
March 21, 2023
Charles Barkley promotes "Inside the NBA."
1x122 - Coco Jones, Skai Jackson
March 22, 2023
Coco Jones performs and chats about Peacock's "Bel-Air," and performs her hit song "ICU" off her album, "What I Didn't Tell You." Skai Jackson promotes her fragrance, "Bloom Up!"
1x123 - Melanie Lynskey, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham
March 23, 2023
Melanie Lynskey drops by to talk about "Yellowjackets." Brooklyn Peltz Beckham promotes the Silk Nextmilk campaign.
1x124 - Tamar Braxton, The Isley Brothers
March 24, 2023
Tamar Braxton joins Jennifer on the couch to discuss "Queens Court." The Isley Brothers are in the studio to talk about their album "Make Me Say It Again, Girl."
1x125 - Jesse Palmer, Tati Gabrielle, Major
March 27, 2023
Jesse Palmer talks about "The Bachelor." Tati Gabrielle chats about the latest season of "You." Grammy nominated R&B artist MAJOR. sits down for a chat andperforms his latest song, "Baby Will You Love Me."
1x126 - Dermot Mulroney, Jessica Williams, Hannah Fry
March 28, 2023
Dermot Mulroney stops by to talk about "Scream VI." Jessica Williams chats about the series "Shrinking." Mathematician, professor, and television personality Hannah Fry promotes the Bloomberg Media series "The Future with Hannah Fry."
1x127 - Reba McEntire
March 29, 2023
Reba McEntire promotes the Reba: Live in Concert Tour.
1x128 - Julie Bowen, Method Man, Larenz Tate
March 30, 2023
Julie Bowen joins Jennifer in the studio as she promotes "Prom Pact." Method Man and Larenz Tate talk about "Power Book II: Ghost."
1x129 - Ashley Park, Jabari Banks
March 31, 2023
Ashley Park promotes "BEEF." Jabari Banks joins Jennifer on the couch to discuss "Bel-Air."
1x130 - Kevin Nealon, Xscape
April 3, 2023
Kevin Nealon chats about his book, "I Exaggerate: My Brushes with Fame." Xscape are in the studio to promote "SWV & Xscape: The Queens of R&B."
1x131 - Mayim Bialik, Julian Gant, SWV
April 4, 2023
Mayim Bialik and Julian Gant drop by to talk about "Call Me Kat." SWV perform their song "Right Here (Human Nature Remix)."
1x132 - Roy Wood Jr., Cierra Ramirez
April 5, 2023
Roy Wood Jr. stops by to chat about the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Cierra Ramirez joins Jennifer on the couch to discuss "Good Trouble."