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Hudson to Sing Anthem at DNC

Obama asks Oscar winner to perform closing night

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(Newser) – Bruce Springsteen may be scheduled to close the Democratic convention, but Barack Obama has asked Jennifer Hudson to perform the national anthem, People reports. "His reps called and said we'd love for you to sing the anthem on Thursday," the Oscar winner’s rep told People. "She's thrilled and excited. It's a tremendous honor."

Jennifer Hudson performs on BET's
Jennifer Hudson performs on BET's "106 & Park" show, celebrating their 2000th episode last week.   (AP Photo/Peter Kramer)
Jennifer Hudson will perform the national anthem at the Democratic convention Thursday night.
Jennifer Hudson will perform the national anthem at the Democratic convention Thursday night.   (AP Photo/April L. Brown)
Jennifer Hudson reacts backstage after winning the Oscar for best supporting actress for her work in
Jennifer Hudson reacts backstage after winning the Oscar for best supporting actress for her work in "Dreamgirls" in 2007.   (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Jennifer Hudson arrives at the MTV Movie Awards in Los Angeles.
Jennifer Hudson arrives at the MTV Movie Awards in Los Angeles.   (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, file)
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