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October 24, 2008

Report: Jennifer Hudson's Mother Murdered

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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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WOWW WHY WUD SOME ONE DO A THING LIKE THIS MY HEART GOES OUT TO JENNIFER HUDSON OMGG I AM SO CRYIN AS A WRITE THIS BECAUSE READING THIS BRINGS MY EYES TO TEARS MAY GOD BRING U THRU THIS


- Anonymous
Posted 10/25/08 01:58 PM
 

my heart goes out to you and your family,i will forever keep you in my prayers,hold on to gods unchainging hands and he will see you through,may god bless you and keep you in the hollow of his hands


- carol
Posted 10/25/08 12:39 PM
 

My family and I are horrified at the sudden and sensless loss you now suffer. We pray that you find strength in the coming days to bear the pain that is unthinkable. I pray God gives your what you need in this sad hour.

Roz in Atlanta


- ROz
Posted 10/25/08 12:06 PM
 

TO JENNIFER HUDSON : MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR DARKEST HOUR OF YOUR LIFE. I LOST MY SISTER SEVEN YEARS AGO TO HER HUSBAND AND I STILL MOURN AND MISS HER SO MUCH
LEAVING BEHIND 5 KIDS. SO AGAIN YOU ARE GOING TO NEED PRAYERS AND LOVE FROM EVERY PERSON AND ESPICALLY YOUR FAMILY
PLEASE BE STRONG.


- YVONNE WILSON
Posted 10/25/08 11:49 AM
 

jennifer,

My heart and prayer goes out to you and your family. This is a complet shock and disbelieve. Jennifer stay strong in God, he is alway by our side when there seens to be no way. I am very sorry for your lost and for the safe return of your nephew. I will be pray for you.


- Arlet
Posted 10/25/08 11:30 AM
 

Jennifer,
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. I’m truly sorry to hear the loss of your #1 fan, your mom, and your brother. May God give you all the strength you need in this difficult time. I know that there are no words that can really comfort you, but please know that my prayers are with you.


- Erica
Posted 10/25/08 10:54 AM
 

Jennifer you and your family are in my prayers. May God be with you all in your time of sorrow.


- Pamela
Posted 10/25/08 10:20 AM
 

My heart felt prayers go out to you & your family at this very tragic time. You are such a shining star in this industry. I find it even more tragic that this type of thing seems to follow when people become famous & just when you think your life is what you always hoped it would be. Please know that you have the support of so many fans & I sure hope the media shows you the respect that you deserve at this time.


- Linda
Posted 10/25/08 09:46 AM
 

just hearing this makes my eyes full up with tears i am so sorry for your lost Jenninfer!!!!!! but always remember even though it may feel like it but God wont put more on us than we can bear..just pray and stay faithful!!!


- Godsgotme!!!!!
Posted 10/25/08 09:34 AM
 

I am here in Chicago and know of the violence that plagues this city first hand. I am a retired cop and my heart goes out to Jennifer and her family. I hope and pray that they find her nephew and that he is safe.

Vickie


- Anonymous
Posted 10/25/08 09:17 AM
 

Jennifer:

I am so sorry for your loss. I learned through a tragedy of my own that “WHY” is not the question to ask because even if you knew the answer, it wouldn’t comfort your grief. Instead, ask the question, “HOW”! How do I move through the rest of my life even though I don’t know WHY this happened. When you ask God the HOW questions — He will show you the way, HIS way to continue with life, even with the presence of the awful pain you feel. My love to you and your family.


- Terhea Washington
Posted 10/25/08 08:16 AM
 

Absent from the body:Present with the LORD. Just believe….


- Levi
Posted 10/25/08 08:14 AM
 

Jennifer, I am so sorry for your loss, may God be with you and your family.


- miko
Posted 10/25/08 08:01 AM
 

Jennifer words cannot express the deep pain and sorrow that i feel for you and your family at this time, i am praying for the safe return of your nephew, and also that God will wrap his loving arms of mercy around your family.Stay strong in the Lord continue to pray as i continue to pray for your family.


- felicia
Posted 10/25/08 07:52 AM
 

My heart goes out to Jennifer, I pray that God comforts and keep her.


- Chic
Posted 10/25/08 07:14 AM
 

Wishing you strength in this terribly sad time…our prayers and thoughts are with you


- Guccib
Posted 10/25/08 07:02 AM
 

sorofully, you are in my prayers


- Tbirb
Posted 10/25/08 06:59 AM
 

My god… I am shocked. My prayers go out to you Jennifer. I know everyone who loves you (fans and family) are praying for the safe recovery of your nephew and for you during this horrible time. I am praying for you every minute in the day. God Bless you.


- JamieMiles
Posted 10/25/08 06:52 AM
 

“The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.”


- violet1077
Posted 10/25/08 06:45 AM
 

My prayers are with you and your family. Always remember that in your time of need and sorrow, God will carry you. He dosen’t give us anything that we can’t handle. He is with you. Trust in him and the storm will soon be over.


- bigmama
Posted 10/25/08 06:11 AM

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