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Previous American Idol contestant and Oscar Winner, Jennifer Hudson’s relatives were found shot to death in their home in Chicago on Friday. There is an ongoing investigation into the deaths of Darnell Donerson and Jason Hudson, Jennifer’s mom and brother. Deputy Chief Joseph Patterson said a family member entered the home around 3 p.m. Friday, found a woman (Jennifer’s mom) shot on the living room floor and left to notify authorities. Responding officers found her brother shot in the bedroom. There was no sign of forced entry. Police believe the shootings to be of a domestic nature.

An amber alert was also issued for Donerson’s grandson, 7-year old, Julian King. Julian is missing and authorities have said that the child could be with a man named William Balfour, who is at this time, considered armed and dangerous.

Jennifer Hudson has had what many call a “Cinderella Story” since her days on American Idol. Winning an Oscar for Dreamgirls, starring in other hit movies, recently releasing a new album and just announcing her engagement to “I Love NY” reality star, David Otunga, things were moving quickly for this once want to be American Idol. Jennifer has been an inspiration to many and our hearts go out to her during this tragedy.

Please view the video above for more information on the ongoing investigation and the missing child, Julian. Julian is Jennifer’s nephew and as of now, has not been found.

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