Simon Cowell Reflects on Jennifer Hudson’s ‘American Idol’ Exit
Simon Cowell recently addressed a long-standing misconception about Jennifer Hudson’s elimination from American Idol in 2004. Many viewers believed Cowell played a key role in her being voted off. In a new interview, he clarified that he had actually tried to warn her about performance choices that might not resonate with voters.
Cowell explained that he always respected Hudson’s talent and saw her as a standout contestant. “Everybody thought I got her voted off,” he said. “But I tried to help her understand how the show worked.” He noted that the audience’s vote can be unpredictable and that strong singers sometimes leave earlier than expected.
Hudson, who finished seventh that season, went on to build an acclaimed career as a singer and actress. She later won an Academy Award for her role in Dreamgirls and achieved EGOT status, marking one of the most remarkable post-Idol journeys.
"Jennifer was always going to be a star. She didn’t need to win Idol to prove that," said Cowell.
Despite the past controversy, Cowell expressed pride in Hudson’s success and emphasized that her talent ultimately found the right stage.
Author’s summary: Simon Cowell clarified he never caused Jennifer Hudson’s Idol exit and praised her for achieving stardom through undeniable talent and perseverance.
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