Jennifer Hudson talks about Aretha Franklin biopic, says singer influenced her musically

Jennifer Hudson is currently gearing up for her role in Aretha Franklin's biopic, Respect. In a recent interview with Entertainment Daily, Jennifer Hudson shared that she sang Aretha Franklin's song in her American Idol audition, almost two decades back. Talking about starring in singer's biopic, Jennifer Hudson told portal that she truly feels like her whole life prepared her for it. 

Furr talking to Entertainment Daily, Jennifer Hudson shared that Aretha Franklin influenced her musically. She also added that she had performed many times on Aretha Franklin's songs, including her American Idol audition. Jennifer Hudson sang Franklin's ballad Share Your Love With Me during third season of American Idol, judged by Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, and Paula Abdul. Talking about same, Hudson called her journey, from n to w, a full-circle!. 

Jennifer Hudson's American Idol Audition 

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In same interview, Jennifer Hudson also spoke about her relations with Aretha Franklin. She said that she misses hearing from Franklin. Hudson said she feels like by learning about Aretha's life for film, she also learned about her own life. Jennifer was handpicked by former for biographical drama, before her death in 2018. 

Talking about same, Jennifer Hudson said she still has text chains from singer. She also shared that she reads se chats every w and n. Jennifer revealed that last time she spoke to Aretha was on August 8, 2018. Hudson added that Franklin sang until her last breath. She also added that she wants to be like Aretha. Hudson said she wants to be 80 years old and still continue doing what she loves, singing her way home. 

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About Aretha Franklin's biopic 

Titled Respect, Aretha Franklin's biopic drama film is directed by Liesl Tommy. screenplay is penned by Tracey Scott Wilson. film stars Jennifer Hudson in lead role. Apart from her, film also features Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, Karen Clark Sheard, Audra McDonald, Marc Maron, Tituss Burgess, Saycon Sengbloh, Hailey Kilgore, Skye Dakota Turner, Tate Dovan, and Mary J. Blige. biographical drama is slated to release in United States on January 15, 2021.

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