Jennifer Hudson in 2009 Grammys

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Jennifer Hudson stepped onto the 2009 red carpet in a gown, fresh off her Oscar win and radiating pure joy. The 27-year-old powerhouse performed “You Pulled Me Through” and took home her first Grammy for Best R&B Performance.

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Her emotional delivery and elegant confidence announced the arrival of a once-in-a-generation voice ready to dominate every stage.

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