Stars from in and outside Hollywood are reacting to the deaths of Jennifer Hudson's mother, brother and nephew.
As the sad story of the murders of Jennifer Hudson's mother, brother and nephew unravels, prominent people from the entertainment industry and beyond are sending their sympathies to the Oscar-winning "Dreamgirls" actress and former "American Idol" contestant.
Below, see who's saying what:
"Jennifer and I have met [Hudson was reported to be the top choice to play the lead role in a movie musical based on Franklin's life], and I have to say, my heart really goes out to her and her family, God bless them and keep them. I just, wow -- it's just too much." -- ABC News Radio, 10/27/08.
"My heart and soul goes out to her and the rest of her family. Such a huge tragedy -- I can't even believe that it's possible. Paula Abdul and I were just talking about it yesterday and it's just so sad. I left a couple of messages for her and I'm just trying to give to her whatever I can. My God. The world is an ugly place right now." -- People.com, 10/27/08.
"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 '[American] Idol' was very special to me, and I personally can't imagine a greater loss for any family." -- "Extra," 10/27/08.
"I know that Jennifer was extremely close to her mother and brother and I pray that the family will find healing and peace. My thoughts and prayers are with Jennifer, Julia and Julian in this awful time." -- People.com, 10/27/08.
"I think it's horrible. I read it and I think it's shocking. For anybody to go through that. Wow, I don't understand how a human being could have such little respect for life. My heart goes out to her and her family. Wow." -- The Associated Press, 10/26/08.
"Yes I'll be praying for her and sending positive energy her way." -- The Associated Press, 10/26/08.
"I saw her probably two weeks ago on 'Dancing With the Stars.' We were talking and laughing and she was just really excited about how things were going in her life, so it's just really disappointing. … It's really sad and my thoughts and prayers go out to her and her family." -- "Entertainment Tonight," 10/26/08.
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