American Actress and Singer Jennifer Hudson and Common (Rapper) first sparked dating rumours in July 2022 when they were seen together in Philadelphia and Chicago reportedly and the pair have been skeptical about their relationship status ever since. However, Hudson did hint in a brief chat with TMZ about what she thinks about the rapper’s look.
Jennifer Hudson and Common’s blossoming romance caught fans’ attention in mid-2022. Their adorable connection was first seen in Nov 2022.
In February 2023, the Oscar winner sparked rumours of a fling with Breathe classmate Jennifer Hudson after the two were spotted having dinner together in Nobu Malibu. After 1 month of relationship, Jennifer Hudson celebrated Common’s 51st birthday with an Instagram post of the two posing together and wrote,
Sources claimed to have seen the rumoured couple getting “cozy and flirty” with each other. Many fans were surprised by the romantic news of Jennifer Hudson and Common’s relationship.
Team Jhud pls help me wish one of the brightest lights, a Chicago and hip hop legend, the one and only @common a very happy birthday on today ! pic.twitter.com/gpDcvtu0rQ
— Jennifer Hudson (@IAMJHUD) March 13, 2023
In August 2023, TMZ talked to Jennifer Hudson about romance rumours, to which she responded “Rumors say a lot of things”. She further added “But he’s a beautiful man, I will give you that. That’s for certain.”
Who is Rapper Common?
Lonnie Rashid Lynn, famously known by his stage name ‘Common’, was born on March 13, 1972. He is an American rapper, hip-hop recording artist, actor, and activist from Chicago. The rapper released his debut album in 1992 with “Can I Borrow a Dollar?” recorded. He also received critical acclaim for his 1994 release “Resurrection”.
In addition to a successful career as a musician and rapper, he has also played supporting roles in some of Hollywood’s most iconic films. Smokin’ Aces which was released in 2007 marked his first lead role in a movie. After this, he also appeared in American Gangster ( 2007), Street Kings (2008), and Wanted (2008).
Rapper Common is the first rapper who won three Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, Primetime Emmy Award, and Academy Award.
Rapper Common’s Dating History
Over the years, Common has also been linked with some of the biggest names in showbiz. The rapper, Common, previously dated Kim Jones (1998), and the couple had a daughter together, Omoye Assata Lynn. Then dated American Author Karrine Steffans (1999), fellow Soulquarians member Erykah Badu (2000 to 2002), actresses Taraji P. Henson (2005), tennis star Serena Williams (2007 and 2010), American Film Director Ava DuVernay (2014), American Actress Laura Dern (2016), Political Analyst Angela Rye (2017 to 2018) and Tiffany Haddish (from 2020 to 2021). Months after Common and Tiffany Haddish ended their relationship, the rapper was reportedly linked to American Actress and Singer Jennifer Hudson.
Rapper Common & Jennifer Hudson
Common the rapper’s rumoured girlfriend Jennifer Hudson is a multi-talented American singer-songwriter, actress, talk show host, and producer. She rose to prominence in 2004 as she came in seventh place on Season 3 of “American Idol”. During her impressive career, she garnered numerous accolades for her contributions to recorded music, film, television, and theatre. Notably, Jennifer accomplished a remarkable feat by becoming the youngest woman and the second African-American woman to receive the coveted EGOT status, which includes winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award.