Some voices don’t just sing Christmas, they embody it. Jennifer Hudson steps deeper into the season with The Gift of Love – Extended Holiday Edition, adding two radiant bonus tracks to her GRAMMY®-nominated holiday album. With Mary, Did You Know? and the original Let There Be Joy, the EGOT powerhouse brings emotional warmth, spiritual honesty, and vocal firepower to an album already treasured as a modern holiday staple. Executive produced by Ryan Tedder, with contributions from David Foster, Kirk Franklin, James Poyser, and others, the project refines Hudson’s signature emotional depth while honoring the traditions she grew up loving. Critics agree Hudson’s holiday era feels definitive, like a blend of gospel-rooted soul, pop elegance, and heartfelt storytelling. Rolling Stone raved:
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Hudson’s cinematic tone lifts classics like O Holy Night and Auld Lang Syne, while originals such as Santa For Someone and Find The Love showcase her glowing creative range. This extended edition arrives just as Hudson celebrates her ninth GRAMMY® nomination and a standout moment at the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, where she joined Stevie Wonder, Maxwell, Beck, Questlove, and more for a glowing tribute to Sly & The Family Stone. December also brings festive moments on The Jennifer Hudson Show as she ushers viewers into her holiday world with new performances and signature Joy. Stream the deluxe album now here and step into a season soundtracked by one of the greatest voices of our generation. Connect with Jennifer Hudson on FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, X, and YOUTUBE.
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