How The Jennifer Hudson Show' Took Over TikTok
Briefly

The Jennifer Hudson Show, while not a top-rated daytime talk program, has become popular on social media due to its entertaining backstage culture. Guests, including notable figures like Michelle Obama and Usher, enter the stage through a hallway where they are accompanied by the show's staff performing personalized hype songs. These lively and memorable moments often go viral, contributing to the show's visibility and engagement online. The production team discovered that this pre-show cheering energizes Jennifer Hudson, further enhancing her performance.
Some of the biggest names in American culture—Michelle Obama, Usher, Angela Bassett—have danced, skated or nervously shimmied through this spirit tunnel as the TikTok cameras roll.
During the show's first season in 2022, members of the show's staff learned that cheering for Hudson before she took the stage boosted her confidence and energy.
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