Jennifer Hudson and Common’s relationship caught attention once again during their recent outing at a New York Knicks game. On March 4, the couple was seated courtside at Madison Square Garden when Knicks player Miles McBride lost control of the ball. As the ball flew toward Hudson, she appeared startled. In a viral video, Hudson can be seen adjusting her glasses while both Common and McBride quickly check on her.
This incident has fueled interest in Common and Hudson’s relationship. Here are more details.
Common and Jennifer Hudson’s relationship history
Common and Jennifer Hudson’s relationship has been a topic of speculation for years. The two first met through their work and frequently appeared together at various events, but it wasn’t until 2022, when they worked on the film Breathe, that dating rumors began to circulate. Though they initially downplayed speculation, their repeated public outings kept fans curious.
By early 2023, the pair was spotted dining together, and Hudson later fueled rumors with a birthday wish for Common. The turning point came in January 2024, when Common appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show. When Hudson asked Common about his relationship status, he laughed and then admitted that he was dating someone. However, he didn’t explicitly say Hudson’s name. He also surprised Hudson with a bouquet of flowers and a kiss on the cheek. Later, in an interview with Today with Hoda & Jenna, Common explained why he chose to acknowledge their relationship publicly, saying he wanted to be “honest” and celebrate their connection.
Hudson later spoke about their relationship at the 2024 Daytime Emmy Awards, simply saying, “Everything is wonderful.” Their connection extended into music as well, with Hudson featuring on Common’s song “A GOD (There Is)” in July 2024.
Last year, Common also opened up about the marriage. He said, “If I should be married, it would be to Jennifer Kate Hudson.” Hudson responded positively, calling it a “beautiful idea” while adding that it would only happen in “due time.” (via USA Today)
Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on ComingSoon.
