From her American Idol family to politicians, the world is reaching out to Jennifer Hudson offering condolences after tragedy struck her family . Read some of their heartfelt words below.
Paula Abdul: “This is a horrific tragedy and my thoughts and prayers go out to Jennifer and her entire family. The time I had to get to know Jennifer and forge a wonderful friendship with her while she was on Idol was very special to me, and I personally can’t imagine a greater loss for any family.”
Simon Cowell: “I was horrified when I heard the news. This is an appalling tragedy. My thoughts right now are with Jennifer, and her family.”
Barack Obama: “Michelle and I were absolutely heartbroken to learn about this unimaginable tragedy and we want Jennifer to know that she is in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.”
Sarah Jessica Parker, who Jennifer co-starred with in Sex and the City: “My heart goes out to her and her family in their time of anguish and grief.”
Queen Latifah: “I know the family is devastated and heartbroken and I hope that friends and fans and those who care about her just pray for her and give her all the support that she needs at this moment and for quite a long time to come.”
Tiffany “New York” Pollard: The I Love New York star recorded her condolences on a YouTube video, and said, “I’m so, so, so sorry for your loss. You’re in my prayers. The Lord is gonna get you through this.”
They may not be household names, but many who knew the family well were struck by the tragedy. A neighbor said, “It was such a nice family. I was shocked that somebody could ever do something like that…”
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[Source: People, Access Hollywood; Top Photo: Getty Images]
