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October 24, 2008

Report: Jennifer Hudson's Mother Murdered

Posted on October 24, 2008

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Dreamgirl Jennifer Hudson's mother and another victim believed to be Jennifer's brother Jason were found shot to death in a South Side Chicago residence on Friday in what has been preliminarily labeled a domestic shooting. (Hudson's father died when Jennifer was a teenager.)

The Chicago Tribune reports that according to public records, the home is owned by Darnell Donerson, Hudson's mother. Hudson, has not been injured, said her bodyguard to the Tribune before referring to a publicist.

A Chicago police spokeswoman said a young boy, either 6 or 7, is missing. Police identified the child as Julian King, but would not say if he is a relative of the star. Police are on the lookout for a white 1994 Chevrolet Suburban with Illinois license plate No. X584859, missing from the home, and the missing child may be in the vehicle. A source says the actress' sister reported the boy missing from the home.

Police are looking for suspect William Balfour, who may have abducted Julian. Balfour is considered armed and dangerous.

Jennifer, 27, appeared on "American Idol" in 2004 and won an Oscar for "Dreamgirls" in 2006. Jennifer announced her engagement to reality star David Otunga last month.

Hudson appears in "The Secret Life of Bees," which opened last Friday, and her song "Spotlight" is at the top of Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop charts.


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My condolences go out to the entire Hudson family. My family and I are praying for the safe return of Jennifer’s nephew. God Bless and keep us all.

-Kamala


- Kamala Duplessis
Posted 10/26/08 10:34 PM
 
 

jennifer Im praying for U and the family.I trust that your nephew will return home unharmed.Love U.God will c u through.


- brenda
Posted 10/26/08 06:45 PM
 
 

jennifer Im praying for U and the family.I trust that your nephew will return home unharmed.Love U.God will c u through.


- brenda
Posted 10/26/08 06:44 PM
 
 

Jennifer it hurt me so bad when i heard the news I can truly say I know what u r going through. I lost my mom from a sudden death a Heart attack and believe me I really miss my Mom. I Love her so dearly. You and your family will stay n my Prayers.God will truly see U and the family through.Also i trust that your nephew will be found unharmed. Stay Prayful. trust and believe, he will c u through.


- brenda
Posted 10/26/08 06:42 PM
 
 

HONESTLY: That’s the problem; they THINK he might be! Anyway, my condolences to Ms. Hudson, and, of course, ANYONE else, who’d unfortunately, find themselves in the same situation


- trueda
Posted 10/26/08 06:07 PM
 
 

Yes, Jennifer, our prayers are with you and your family. Thank you all for not responding to “honestly”. Ignorance like that at such a sad time does not even warrant a response. Be Blessed, Jennifer


- MB
Posted 10/26/08 06:02 PM
 
 

My heart and prayers go out to you and your family Jennifer! I was quite disturbed by the news. I’m praying for you.


- cv1976
Posted 10/26/08 05:03 PM
 
 

I thought the “conservatives” were the only ones whom had a GOD?

The liberals have Barack Huesein Obama.


- honestly
Posted 10/26/08 03:49 PM
 
 

hearing about this truly saddens me and i am praying that the little boy is found safe and soon. just know that God does not put more on anybody than what you can bear. keep praying, keep believing. much love

-kiki d


- kiki d
Posted 10/26/08 01:31 PM
 
 

there has to be sombody that knows where the boy. is there a chanse he ran when thing started and is scared to come back.


- Amy
Posted 10/26/08 12:54 PM
 
 

I LOVE U AND IM HELPING U FIND UR NEWPHEW


- TRAMAINE
Posted 10/26/08 12:35 PM
 
 

I LOVE U AND IM HELPING U FIND UR NEWPHEW


- TRAMAINE
Posted 10/26/08 12:24 PM
 
 

GOD WILL SEE YOU THROUGH THIS I PROMISE

LOVE NADIA


- NADIA
Posted 10/26/08 12:17 PM
 
 

Jennifer
my heart goes out to Jennifer Hudson and her Family my family an i are praying for the little boys safe return.


- Brianna
Posted 10/26/08 10:48 AM
 
 

Jennifer

My husband and I are so sorry to hear about the tragedy in your life. We can’t even imagine what you are going through. You are in our thoughts and prayers, and we also hope your nephew comes home safely.

God be with you and your family in your time of need.

Judy and Tony


- JUDY CORDELL
Posted 10/26/08 06:21 AM
 
 

My condolences to you and your family…my prayers are with you…


- Anonymous
Posted 10/26/08 04:55 AM
 
 

Jennifer, I am very sorry to hear about your loss, my sincerest condolences to you! May God give you the strength to deal with it! My thoughts and prayers are with you!


- Anonymous
Posted 10/26/08 12:01 AM
 
 

Jennifer Im so sorry for wat has happen…God is by ur side, he will never leave u….Trust in him and he will help u through this…….


Love ya (One Of ur Biggest Fans)


- Latwon
Posted 10/25/08 09:03 PM
 
 

Jennifer, I am truly sorry for your lost, I know how it feels to lose a loved on by the hands of another by gun fire. It isn’t easy but, by Gods goodness, grace and mercy, I was able to overcome my sorrows and grief and so will you with time. Hold on to your faith even if it seems that this tragady was unfair. know that God has a purpose for all that he does, and nothing he does is ever in vain. My thoughts and prayer goes out to you and your family. May God continued to Bless and Keep you.


- Nyree
Posted 10/25/08 08:50 PM
 
 

Jennifer, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom and brother, you have my deepest sympathy. May God bless and keep you in his arms. You are in my prayers now and forever.
I love you.

Loretta.



- Loretta
Posted 10/25/08 08:13 PM
 

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