I can’t speak for elliegrrl, but that comment made me giggle. How many times have I seen various ex-Idols declared international superstahs because they do concerts oversees? Ahem.  I am guessing she was referencing the obvious hyperbole that happens quite often on fan sites.

Like most artists/actors Jennifer Hudson has her share of those who love her and those who dislike her. Her singing style isn’t for everyone but you can’t deny she has made a name for herself. You can debate whether she’s a success or not but people have their own ideas on what or who is a success. From the beginning of the entertainment industry it’s been the media and the peers from the entertainment industry in which artists are a part of that deems you one of them and you’ve made it. So if your getting Grammys,Tonys, Emmys etc, wins or nominations your peers have acknowledge you and you are now part of their exclusive club. You are on their radar. Only hardcore fans of people in the industry that follow these people know their every career moves but the reality is the mass general public doesn’t. They only know what they see on TV or read and see in magazines. So if the media is saying xyz is a superstar that is what the general public will come away with. They don’t getting boggled down by statistics. Perception is everything and when you push the meme that so and so is a success within time the public starts to believe it no matter of much one thinks they are overated or not worthy. Jennifer is acknowledged to be a success by the media and her peers within the music and movie industry.

How many times have I seen various ex-Idols declared international superstahs because they do concerts oversees? Ahem. I am guessing she was referencing the obvious hyperbole that happens quite often on fan sites.

You mean like the hyperbole when ex-Idols are declared “superstahs” after one album or one hit song?  Or after an Indie album that had moderate sales? Ahem. ;) How many times have I seen the statement that Idols are successful when they can support themselves doing a string of small concerts or opening for another artist?
The definition of success is as varied as the definition of what makes a superstar on fan sites.

What I don’t understand is what that has to do with whether Jennifer Hudson is an established artist or not or what a few random comments from Idol stans about their special snowflake on fan sites have to do with her success, but Jennifer’s accomplishments stand on their own.

I’m not a fan of JHud but she’s a pretty big deal. Doing a song at the Oscars is quite a gig. I’m not getting the whole “international superstar” thing. Aren’t the Oscars shown all over the world?

The People Magazine Poll ( on website) of who the audience thought had the biggest diva moment at te Oscars currently has JHud ranked first at 36%. Adele is next with 30 % of the vote, Mses Streisand and Bassey follow with 15 and 16 % of the vote.

Reading comprehension is a lost art in this country.

 As, apparently, is the practical application of logic and reasoning.

 I actually have great respect for Jennifer’s work ethic and her musical style; sometimes that style, however, lends itself to, imo, overwroughtness to my ears. As to “who the eff” anyone is and do they “count”? Just a matter of how much value someone places on another ones opinion, no? Sure, she probably will never read this “anonymous” blog nor the fans of another artists opinions, and those with the power have shown they have faith in her abilities and talents. But saying all that, she doesn’t strike me as the type to discount nor be derisive of those that don’t 100% lurve the “cut of her jib”; she’s more likely to do as she’s done up to this point…keep on keeping on, keeping it classy, and just doing her thing, whether it appeals to everyone or not. I respect her drive, her fortitude, and resilience; but it doesn’t mean I have to LIKE everything she does. I doubt even those with the “juice” do that.:-)

 Yes, self reflection is a good thing.

I suppose you can also add Katherine to that list since she’s actually been in a movie!  ;o)

Oh dear, I am still trying to figure out how the size of Jennifer’s hips has anything to do with her voice quality.  Wearing a size 6 dress would indicate a good hip measurement.  I think Jennifer is one of Idol’s success stories, and I would say there are probably 100+ Idol alumni that would love to have her success.

I hope she has invested her money wisely.

But you see, I really doubt that Jennifer would have such an aggressive and defensive response to the fact that there are some who aren’t fans of every note that she sings. You may be right, but I would hope that she wouldn’t feel that way. Jennifer has conducted herself so admirably and always shows a lot of class, and for her to react in such a defensive and arrogant way would disappoint me. To me, it would be an extreme overreaction which would be beneath her.

Reminder:

SO close to banning a couple of bickering long term posters. SO close. Also, why is it necessary to remind people to respect each others opinions? I guess it is.

I saw Jen last year(?) at Ravinia in Illinois.  She had a very tight performance.  Went out into the audience.  Danced a little — yes! but you can tell that concert performing is not her thing — leave that to Beyonce and Pink! I’m sure her management has talked to her and decided what’s best for her.  In time I think she will do well on the concert circuit, but right now because of all the acting gigs, she doesn’t have to.