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Back in July when I first mentioned that all four ladies (Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis, and Cynthia Nixon) from the show finally approved of a script to set 'Sex and the City: The Movie' in motion, I wondered if there would be any color, or African-Americans added to the film. Outside of Blair Underwood, who regained some fame for his short stint on the show, I could only recognize Rochelle Aytes (Madea's Family Reunion), Asio Highsmith, and Sundra Oakley as the only Blacks to appear on the show. With the film getting ready to shoot, the producers have brought on Oscar Winner Jennifer Hudson (Dreamgirls) to add some spice to the film.
According to Variety, Hudson, who's in final negotiations, will play 'Louise', the assistant to Sarah Jessica Parker's Carrie Bradshaw.
Pic revolves around the lives of the four main "Sex and the City" characters, four years after the time frame of the finale of the HBO series, which wrapped its six-year run in 2004. Pic will begin shooting in New York on Sept. 19.
I know that Hudson needs more work to silence her critics. Although she has one film under her belt that's been released, she did WIN the Oscar for her performance. I hope that they don't make her character some lacky who's just there to take orders from Carrie Bradshaw. She deserves more than that and I hope the screenwriters adds some depth to her role.
Hudson recently completed 'Winged Creatures', in which she plays the daughter to another Oscar winner, Forest Whitaker. 2008 should be a big year for Ms. Hudson!
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By: Sportaphile on 9/11/2007 3:24AM
I ain't mad at her at all, I'll be glad to see Jennifer in an acting role that doesn't involve singing. She killed it in dreamgirls, but it'd be good if she diversified her work.
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By: Anthony O. Vann on 9/11/2007 9:54AM
Wow Jennifer....we are so proud of you, keep up the good work and God first in your life, and even bigger things will unveil themselves in your life.
Blessings,
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By: Anthony O. Vann on 9/11/2007 9:54AM
Best Wishes Jennifer!
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By: R. Turner on 9/11/2007 1:26PM
That sounds good to me. I do hope her role entails more than just doing busy work and saying a few slick comments, but it should be a good look.
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By: Cheryl Santiago on 9/11/2007 4:24PM
What ever is her role in "Sex In the City" The beautiful and talented Jennifer is sure to steal the show! Jennifer, America is proud of you! Take the blessings which God has seen fit to bestow upon you and make this world a better place!
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By: B Carr on 9/13/2007 12:17AM
I think Jennifer is a wonderful, bright, very talented young woman. No one can hold her back no matter what they try because she a the lord on her side. YOU GO GIRL.
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By: Tammy J on 9/12/2007 6:48AM
I can't believe someone things Jennifer Hudson can't sing. They must not have annointed ears. She sings from her heart and her voice is beautiful.
I am so glad she did what she had to do on Dream Girls and is making a way for herself. God has really blessed her with her acting abilities and her voice.
Prayerfully she will soar spiritually as she progresses in her lifetime.
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By: babs on 9/12/2007 12:01PM
You Go Girl! I know you know where your blessing flows from....Put/Keep him first and you will flourish like the plant by the sea....Much Love to ya!
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By: tmoniqueh on 9/12/2007 2:20PM
It will be good to see Ms. Hudson on the big screen again!
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By: Deborah on 9/12/2007 10:03PM
Very proud of her.
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