One thing is crystal clear when it comes to Jennifer Hudson’s shoe style — she likes to have fun with it. On and off the red carpet, Hudson has consistently showcased a love of flamboyant footwear. Since skyrocketing to fame as a fan-favorite on the third season of “American Idol” in 2004, the singer and Academy Award-winning actress has never been one to shy away from making a shoe statement. She’s been known to gravitate towards attention-grabbing colors, embellishments and massive platforms.
The multihyphenate — who will receive the Excellence in Media Award at the 2024 GLAAD Media Awards on Saturday in New York — favors premium luxury brands like Aquazzura, Christian Louboutin, Saint Laurent and Le Silla. Whether she’s hitting a premiere or awards show or simply pounding the pavement, you can expect Hudson to turn up in shoes that call for a second glance.
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Ahead, scroll through to discover some of Jennifer Hudson‘s boldest shoe moments over the years.
Jennifer Hudson, 2024
Hudson went for a high-shine style at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards. The stiletto pumps featured a V-shaped topline, a sleek pointed toe and an ankle-strap fastening.
Jennifer Hudson, 2023
Hudson kept her flashy silver metallic look streamlined again when she slipped into Aquazzura’s Crystal Tequila embellished slingback pumps for Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy Gala in 2023.
Jennifer Hudson, 2022
When she threw out the pitch at a Kansas City Royals game in 2022, the “Dreamgirls” star hit the field in bold black-and-white striped Maison Margiela x Reebok Tabi Instapump Fury platform boots.
Jennifer Hudson, 2021
For an appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” in 2021, Hudson showcased a glamorous ensemble complete with Le Silla’s Gilda crystal-embellished fishnet ankle sock booties featuring a soaring stiletto heel.
Jennifer Hudson, 2018
Attending a Women’s Cancer Research Fund event in 2018, the “Respect” star stepped into strappy black Saint Laurent Era sandals boasting a sparkly caged toe detail.
Jennifer Hudson, 2017
Hudson wore a pair of colorful snake-print platform pumps that laced up the front to a “Hairspray Live!” show in 2017. A timeless peep-toe and an ultra-high stiletto heel finished off the loud Christian Louboutin style.
Jennifer Hudson, 2015
The singer and actress styled a striking evening gown with silver metallic sandals featuring an intricate cut-out design for a night out in NYC in 2015. She wore BCBG Max Azria Maven peep-toe stiletto heels.
Jennifer Hudson, 2014
The “Sex and the City” actress wore pointy black leather platform ankle boots featuring an open vamp and buckled ankle strap for her performance during the Concert for Valour in Washington, D.C. in 2014.
Jennifer Hudson, 2013
Hudson hit the red carpet for a 2013 premiere sporting colorful python-print Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps finished with a classic pointed toe.
Jennifer Hudson, 2012
Hudson towered blue suede ankle-strap pumps set on a chunky platform at the “Think Like a Man” premiere in 2012. The Giuseppe Zanotti peep-toe stilettos were topped off with a playful bow detail on the toe strap.
Jennifer Hudson, 2011
The multihyphenate talent wore black sky-high Christian Louboutin Daffodile platform pumps covered in glitzy crystals to the 2011 American Music Awards.
