J. Kim Murphy administratorThe Palm Springs International Film Awards has announced that Jennifer Hudson will be its top honoree this year.
The “Respect” star will receive the chairman’s award at the group’s upcoming ceremony in January.The awards body made the news public with an announcement on Monday morning.“In ‘Respect,’ Jennifer Hudson brings to life Aretha Franklin’s rise from childhood gospel singer to international star,” said festival chairman Harold Matzner in a statement. “Hudson transforms into the Queen of Soul singing her heart out in this legendary performance.
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