Jennifer Hudson Talks Interest She and Boyfriend Common Bond Over: 'He's Very Passionate' (Exclusive)

Common and Jennifer Hudson in Los Angeles on Jan. 18, 2024.Photo:Jim Poorten/NBAE via GettyJennifer HudsonandCommonshare an interest close to each of their hearts.The actress, singer and talk-show host spoke with PEOPLE about the couple’s bond during theElizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS 2024on Thursday, Sept. 26.Asked whether activism is something she and her beau have a shared love for, Hudson, 43, says “definitely.““He’s very passionate about everything he’s into,” she explains of Common, 52.

Jennifer Hudson to Release Holiday AlbumThe Gift of Love— Her First Record in 10 Years!

Jennifer Hudson.Photo:Greg Swales Greg Swales Jennifer Hudsonis ready to spread some holiday cheer! The singer and actress’ first-ever holiday album,The Gift of Love, will be released on Oct. 18, she announced on Friday, Sept. 6. The star, 42, teased the record with a trailer she shared to Instagram that featured her singing a jazzy rendition of “Jingle Bells” while placing presents under a Christmas tree. “I cannot wait for it to be yours!

Jennifer Hudson: Inside Her Life 20 Years After Her ShockingAmerican IdolElimination: 'I'm Still Here' (Exclusive)

Jennifer Hudson on American Idol in 2004.Photo:Ray Mickshaw/WireImage; Steve Granitz/WireImage Ray Mickshaw/WireImage; Steve Granitz/WireImage Jennifer Hudsonis filled with gratitude for herAmerican Idoljourney. The EGOT winner, 42, began her rise to stardom as a standout and fan-favorite on the third season of the the competition show, airing in 2004. While chatting with PEOPLE about her partnership with Dawn to celebrate the brand’s iconic ducklings and support theInternational Bird Rescue,Hudson took a trip down memory lane, saying “every part” of that era in her life stands out when she looks back.

Jennifer Hudson’s Snuggly Sweater Pants Are the Cozy Style That Jennifer Lopez Sprinkles Into Her Outfits, Too

Photo:Getty (1) Getty (1) While I will not be on a television set any time soon, I will, in fact, be in an outfit just likeJennifer Hudson’s. While doing a scroll through Instagram, I spotted theDreamgirlsactress wearing the most cozy combination of clothing I’d seen this season. She paired a fuzzy bomber jacket with some even fuzzier slip-on sandals. But best of all was her plush-looking sweater pants. Since then, I’ve been literally dreaming about how they look so stylish, and they would surely feel so comfortable while I work from home or take an afternoon snooze.

Jennifer Landon's 8 Siblings: All About Her Brothers and Sisters

Jennifer Landon in 2022; her in 1988 with dad Michael Landon, mom Cindy and brother Sean.Photo:Richard Rodriguez/ Stringer/Getty Images; Ron Galella/Getty Images Richard Rodriguez/ Stringer/Getty Images; Ron Galella/Getty Images Jennifer Landongrew up on television sets, alongsideher eight siblings: Mark, Josh, Cheryl,Leslie, Michael Jr., Shawna, Christopher and Sean. Mark’s mother is Dodie Levy-Fraser, who married Michael in 1956. Michael adopted Mark, and the couple also adopted a son named Josh together. Cheryl, Leslie, Michael Jr.