JHud Rewards 13-Year-Old Track Superstar with Dream Vacation to Kalahari Resorts

Jennifer Hudson is gifting the ultimate getaway to a 13-year-old track superstar.

On Monday’s episode of “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” Jennifer reminded her live studio audience that she interviewed Jaiya Patillo, a track superstar who went viral in 2021 for running 17 mph on a treadmill. Jaiya has since beaten her own record by running an astounding 19 mph on a treadmill since then!

The runner not only impressed JHud with her confidence and hard work ethic, she also defeated Jenn and Executive Producer Walter Williams in a race outside of the studio!

In addition to giving her a trophy, Jenn wanted to celebrate Jaiya’s accomplishments by gifting her, her best friend Dyarah, and their families a dream vacation to Kalahari Resorts — home to America’s Largest Indoor Waterparks.

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Along with her friend Dyarah Broady, Jaiya got to enjoy Kalahari’s Round Rock, Texas location, which boasts well-appointed rooms, an adventure park, signature dining restaurants, and, of course, America’s Largest Indoor Waterpark with something for everyone to enjoy!

Jaiya and Dyarah had a blast going down dozens of waterslides and racing up the rock walls.

While dining at Sortino’s Italian Kitchen, Jaiya and Dyarah showed off their cooking skills and tried to toss pizza faster than the chef.

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After so many thrills, the two young ladies relaxed in their private cabana’s hot tub while cheering their successes with some delicious mocktails.

This holiday season, treat your loved ones with a gift card to Kalahari Resorts and let them choose their own experience or book a stay over your holiday break!

Kalahari has locations in Wisconsin, Ohio, Texas, and Pennsylvania. Fun is only a short drive or flight away.

For more information, to book your stay or to purchase a gift card, visit KalahariResorts.com.

“The Jennifer Hudson Show” airs weekdays. Check your local listings.