MUMBAI: Jennifer Hudson became the first American Idol contestant to have her prints on the Hollywood walk of fame. She came seventh in the third season of the show but went on to garner accolades such as The Academy Award and the Grammy.

Music legend and Clive Davis honoured the singer with the award. Apart from singing, she has also dribbled in acting making her debut in 2006’s Dreamgirls as well as Sex and the city. She has performed at instances such as Super Bowl XLIII, American Idol, and The Oprah Winfrey Show.

She is the 2512th person to be awarded the Hollywood walk of fame. She has also recorded her third album to be released in 2014.