Jennifer Hudson Calls Her Four Grammy Nods 'Truly A Blessing'

Hudson, Fantasia and Jordin Sparks as the only 'American Idol' alums with nominations this year. By Jocelyn Vena Jennifer Hudson Photo: George Napolitano/FilmMagic After over a month of family tragedy, Jennifer Hudson said she feels blessed for the four Grammy nominations she received Wednesday. The singer and actress, who has already won an Oscar, may add Grammy winner to her resume next year. "It's been a childhood dream of mine to release an album, so to receive four Grammy nominations is truly a blessing," Hudson said in a statement released by her record label. "I'm extremely honored and humbled by the nominations." Hudson is up for Best R&B; album for her self-titled LP, as well as Best Female R&B; Vocal Performance and Best R&B; Song for her debut single, "Spotlight." She also snagged a nomination for Best R&B; Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals for "I'm His Only Woman," her duet with fellow "American Idol" contestant Fantasia. Jordin Sparks is the only ... (link)