On Tuesday September 27, performer Jennifer Hudson opened a Weight Watchers centre in her name, advocating healthy futures for children.
Actress and singer Jennifer Hudson opened The Weight Watchers Jennifer Hudson Centre yesterday in her hometown of Chicago, Illinois. Ms Hudson has been named “Chicago’s ambassador to the world at large” by town mayor Rahm Emmanuel for opening the centre.
After the birth of her son in 2009, Jennifer Hudson lost 80 pounds, and is now promoting the new Weight Watchers points plus programme. She has stated that she wants the centre to encourage children to lead healthier lifestyles.
The new centre has also pledged to donate money to the Hudson-King Foundation Ms Hudson created in memory of her late seven-year-old nephew who was shot in 2008.
Jennifer Hudson rose to fame by appearing on reality television show American Idol after impressing audiences with her singing ability. Ms Hudson has also starred in Hollywood films, and won a Golden Globe award for ‘Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in the Motion Picture’ for her role in Dreamgirls.
She said that when she was growing up she was inspired by the success of other women, and would hope to be an inspirational role model for young children.
“I love to target children, because that’s the thing that makes a difference,” Ms Hudson said. “We hope to do the same thing and start here at home in Chicago with health, with education, with dreams.”
By Bethan Hâf Marsh
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I had no idea she was opening a weight watchers centre, great post :)
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Thank you! I think she’s so inspirational!
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