Jennifer Hudson gets emotional as “The Jennifer Hudson Show” premieres on what just so happens to be her 41st birthday. The EGOT-winning star delivers a heartfelt speech and gets a surprise from the studio audience.

Hudson will chat with NBA legend Magic Johnson, followed by an interview and performance by Mickey Guyton, the first Black female solo artist to earn a GRAMMY nomination in a country category.

Comedian and Emmy Award-nominated actress from the hit series "Insecure" Yvonne Orji will join Hudson in-studio.

After Colman Domingo's Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series win at the Creative Arts Emmys for his role in "Euphoria," Jennifer welcomes the "Candyman" star to her couch. Emmy Award-winning star of "Ted Lasso" Hannah Waddingham will chat about the hit show and her new movie, "Hocus Pocus 2."

Premiere week will wrap with Oscar, Emmy, Tony, and Golden Globe Award-winning actress Viola Davis who will discuss her new film, "The Woman King."

Kristin Chenoweth tells Jennifer Hudson swap stories about growing up in the church. The star does an impression of how Steve Harvey reacted her “heinous” faux pas on “Family Feud” and shares the details of Ariana Grande’s full circle moment with “Wicked.”

Sheryl Lee Ralph gives Jennifer Hudson a mini masterclass on how to be a "Dreamgirl" 41 years after the “Abbott Elementary” star portrayed Deena Jones on Broadway, and 16 years after JHud’s Oscar-winning performance as Effie White in the movie. Jennifer welcomes viral 10-year-old dancer Indy Bugg from Dayton, OH, to perform. She is known for being an expressive and energetic dancer.

Connie Britton and Jennifer Hudson bond over their past working on cruise ships. Connie shares how she also previously worked as an aerobics instructor and did murder mysteries before she found fame. Jennifer welcomes FOX 5 D.C. morning news anchor Jeanette Reyes and her husband, Robert Burton, the ABC 7 News morning anchor, both from Washington D.C. Jeanette and Robert went viral for posting news reports about their baby, Isabella, using their anchor voices. Their most popular "Baby News Network" video currently has 11 million views on Twitter.

Jennifer Hudson tells Randy Jackson that she wouldn’t be here today without him as he appears on the show 18 years after choosing JHud as his wild card on “American Idol.” The pair discuss never giving up and not blocking blessings! Jennifer welcomes 5-year-old Lena Avery Castro and her mom, Madeline Rivera, from Brooklyn, NY, who went viral on TikTok because of her passion for learning. She loves flags, chemical elements and reading the dictionary.

Zach Shallcross ("The Bachelor"); Michaela Jaé Rodriguez ("Loot").

Leslie Jordan Get ready to see the "Call Me Kat" star duet with Jennifer! Rachel Lindsay The first Black Bachelorette and "Extra" host follows JHud's sit-down with Zach Shallcross (the new "Bachelor" star's first-ever TV interview!).

The singer promotes her upcoming October album release, "Takin' It Back."

Robin Thicke and Jennifer Hudson reminisce about meeting at The Met Gala. Robin talks about writing wedding songs plus working with Usher, Lil Wayne, Michael Jackson and the one and only JHud! Allyson Felix The Olympic champion tells Jennifer why she launched a new footwear brand.

JHud welcomes Chandra to the studio as "Grey's Anatomy" fans get excited for the new season, which premieres Thursday, October 6.

“Dancing With the Stars” judge Derek Hough opens up about the pressures to succeed in the competitive world of dance and what he wishes he could tell his younger self.

The "America's Got Talent" judge stops by to chat about Simon Cowell and the importance of talking about mental health.

LL COOL J shares the interesting way he produces the melodies for his catchy tunes. Jennifer Hudson shares what happened the first time she heard her song on the radio as she compares experiences with the iconic rapper.

The Country music singer chats with Jennifer about his latest album, "Tulip Drive," ahead of his tour with Carrie Underwood. The "Queer Eye" interiors expert cozies up on the curved couch with JHud.

The comedian sits down with Jennifer to talk about his Netflix special, "The King's Jester."

The former "Big Bang Theory" actor joins Jennifer to talk about his new film, "The Storied Life of A.J Fikry."

The "Stargirl" actor brings the laughs and his one-wheeled skateboard to "The Jennifer Hudson Show"! "Dancing with the Stars" pro Gleb Savchenko performs in the studio with partner Shangela! The viral sandwich king shows Jennifer how to blowtorch delicious dishes.

The "Grey's Anatomy" actor visits the studio to talk about the return of the medical drama and shares how his children handle seeing their dad on screen. The K-Pop group chat with JHud and perform "2 Baddies" off their new album. Ghost Brothers: Dalen Spratt, Juwan Mass, and Marcus Harvey explore the paranormal with Jennifer.

Taye Diggs ("All American"); 13-year-old runner Jaiya Patillo from Bellevue, Neb

Laverne Cox: The actress joins Jennifer to talk about new show,"If We're Being Honest with Laverne Cox." Jacob Collier: The singer performs "Never Gonna Be Alone" ft. Lizzy McAlpineand chats with Jennifer.

Nick and Vanessa Lachey: The couple chat all things "Love is Blind" and "NCIS: Hawaiʻi". Pepper Persley: Jennifer welcomes the 11-year-old sports reporter who has interviewed several WNBA players, MLB players, and President George W. Bush. She started her reporting career at the age of 6 and hopes to transition from covering sports to reporting on red carpet events.