With the rise of Jennifer Hudson’s fame, she has made quite a bit of fellow celebrity friends. Celebrities that knew Jennifer Hudson well and personally speak out on this horrible tragedy giving her thoughts and prayers like all of us. Celebs include Barack Obama (who is a Chicago native), Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul, Aretha Franklin, and more.

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