Randy Jackson Says JHud’s Season of ‘American Idol’ Had Its Own ‘Dreamgirls’
Music September 22, 2022
Randy Jackson believes Jennifer Hudson was a Dreamgirl even before her Oscar-winning role!
On Thursday’s episode of “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” JHud reunited with the “American Idol” judge, who saved her in the competition prior to her seventh-place finish.
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View StoryWhile reminiscing about the hit reality TV show, Randy remembered the incredible amount of talent from Jennifer’s season.
In addition to JHud, singers included LaToya London and Season 3 winner Fantasia Barrino.
Though JHud remembers the trio as “the divas,” Randy coined them the “Dreamgirls”!
After appearing in “American Idol,” Jennifer went on to portray Effie White in the 2006 musical drama “Dreamgirls,” the film for which she won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.
Despite Randy appearing on the show for over 12 seasons, he admitted that he thought it was weird he was a judge because he sees himself more as an A&R executive.
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View Story“We thought, ‘We only need one winner,’ but we’re going to find a bunch of people who are talented,” Randy said about his and Simon Cowell’s mentality. Like Randy, Simon was both an “American Idol” judge and an A&R executive.
Speaking of Simon, Randy and Jennifer spoke about their pal, who was JHud’s first-ever celebrity guest.
“How was he?” Randy asked to which Jennifer replied, “He was different!”
Though many believe Simon to be a harsh critic, Randy said he “mellowed a bit,” perhaps because he’s now a father to son Eric.
When a picture of Simon and Eric appeared on the screen, Jennifer joked that the adorable child looks like a “bitty Simon.”
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View StoryRegarding his own kids, Randy revealed he has two girls and a boy, all of whom are working in the entertainment industry.
“My son is a producer, DJ, drummer. My middle child is a graphic artist and photographer,” Randy said, adding that his eldest is a film editor.
Watch more of Randy’s interview, below:
“The Jennifer Hudson Show” airs weekdays. Check your local listings.
