Jennifer Hudson's Mother and Brother Shot and Killed in Chicago

TMZ reports that it is possible that American Idol singer Jennifer Hudson's mother was shot and killed in Chicago. They name as sources law enforcement. TMZ reports furthermore that another victim was Jennifer Hudson's brother. Apparently, a cousin who lived nearby discovered the bodies. Police declared the home a crime scene.

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Jennifer Hudson is an American actress, singer and model. She became popular as one of the finalists on the third season of the FOX television series American Idol. She stared as Effie White in the 2006 motion picture adaptation of the musical Dreamgirls. She won numerous awards including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, a Golden Globe Award, a BAFTA and a SAG Award.

The Huffington Post picked up on the report as well. They indicate that there is a report that it may be a domestic dispute, as a 7-year-old boy is missing. It might be another relative of Jennifer Hudson. TMZ was told that two bodies were found dead on the scene at 2:44 PM on October 24.

Jennifer Hudson recently got engaged and starred in the Sex and the City movie. Jennifer Hudson's debut album will be released on September 30, 2008 under the Arista Records label. Her debut single "Spotlight" would be released in order to promote her debut album.

The Associated Press reports that "Authorities in Chicago are investigating the deaths of two people whose bodies were found at a home that's listed under the same name as the mother of Jennifer Hudson."

TMZ is updating on the crime as police continues to investigate. Apparently, the police is looking for 1994 white Suburban with the license plate X584859.

If this turns out to be true, it is most tragic news for Jennifer Hudson. Comments on all websites reporting the tragic news for Jennifer Hudson show their shock and support for the actress. This story is still developing, and TMZ updates their site as they learn more. Some comments ask for caution to spread news of the death of Jennifer Hudson's mother and brother, before the police verify their identity. Some blame the weapon industry and the Chicago police in general. If in turns out that the police confirm the death of Jennifer Hudson's mother and brother, America's thoughts and prayers will go out for her.