Key Takeaways
- Recent speculation about Jennifer Hudson’s pregnancy emerged after fans noticed what appeared to be a baby bump in promotional videos for Essence Magazine, though neither Hudson nor Common has addressed these rumors.
- Hudson and Common confirmed their relationship in early 2024, with Common publicly praising Hudson during an appearance on her talk show.
- Hudson is already a mother to David Daniel Otunga Jr. from her previous relationship with David Otunga, while Common has a daughter named Omoye Assata Lynn from a previous relationship.
Jennifer Hudson, a celebrated EGOT winner and host of The Jennifer Hudson Show, has found herself at the center of pregnancy rumors.
Fans and social media users have been buzzing with speculation about whether Hudson is expecting a child with her boyfriend, rapper, and actor Common.
The Origin Of The Pregnancy Rumors
The rumors began when Essence Magazine shared a promotional video featuring Hudson on their Instagram and Facebook pages.
In the video, the 43-year-old talk show host sported various outfits, including an oversized white shirt with a jacket and a form-fitting black dress.
Fans were quick to notice what appeared to be a baby bump, sparking a flurry of comments on social media.
“She is definitely pregnant… black, oversized clothes, hands covering the stomach,” one user speculated.
“Jennifer looks pregnant. Face glowing,” another added.
While some believed Hudson’s appearance indicated a pregnancy, others attributed it to natural body changes.
Interestingly, the posts were later removed from both platforms, adding fuel to the rumors.
Hudson And Common’s Relationship
Jennifer Hudson and Common, whose real name is Lonnie Rashid Lynn, have been romantically linked since early 2024.
The couple, both Chicago natives, share a history of friendship dating back several years.
They first sparked dating rumors in 2014 and grew closer while working on projects, including the 2024 film Breathe.
In January 2024, Common appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show and confirmed their relationship, calling Hudson “one of the most beautiful people I’ve ever met in life.”
As of now, neither Hudson nor Common has addressed the pregnancy rumors.
Both have maintained a relatively private stance on their personal lives, fueling fans’ curiosity about whether the couple might be expanding their family.
Hudson Is Already A Mother
Jennifer Hudson is already a proud mother to her son, David Daniel Otunga Jr., whom she shares with her ex-fiancé, WWE wrestler David Otunga.
The couple welcomed their son in 2009 and co-parent following their split in 2017.
Common, meanwhile, has a 27-year-old daughter, Omoye Assata Lynn, with his ex-girlfriend Kim Jones.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Jennifer Hudson, born on September 12, 1981, hails from Chicago, Illinois, and is the daughter of Darnell Donerson and Samuel Simpson.
- In 2004, she gained recognition as a finalist on the third season of “American Idol,” where she finished in seventh place.
- Since 2022, Jennifer Hudson has been the host of her talk show titled “The Jennifer Hudson Show.”
