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Hudson Says She Might Marry Common, Says Podcast

Jennifer Hudson told Keke Palmer on the 'Baby, This Is Keke Palmer' podcast that she would consider marrying her boyfriend, Common, if the timing were right. The 45‑year‑old singer, who has never been married, said she has never been the type to pursue marriage but feels the current relationship has changed that mindset. Hudson, who shares a 17‑year‑old son with former fiancé David Otunga, described the partnership as 'amazing' and 'beautiful.' She added that her view of love has evolved since her twenties, emphasizing clarity and understanding over idealism. The couple, who began dating publicly in January 2024 after years of rumors, have been open about their faith and family values. Common, 54, has previously called himself a 'marrying type' and said he would marry Hudson if she were 'the one.' The couple’s public appearances, including a courtside date at a Knicks game, have drawn media attention. Hudson remains coy about the future but signals openness to marriage if the circumstances align. Fans have welcomed the candidness, noting it signals a mature approach to relationships.

· usmagazine.com

The essential points

  1. 01Hudson said she would consider marrying Common if timing aligns.
  2. 02She has never been married but feels the current relationship has changed that mindset.
  3. 03Common, a known 'marrying type', confirmed he would marry Hudson if she were 'the one'.
  4. 04The couple first went public in January 2024 after years of dating rumors.
The full brief

Jennifer Hudson told Keke Palmer on the 'Baby, This Is Keke Palmer' podcast that she would consider marrying her boyfriend, Common, if the timing were right. The 45‑year‑old singer, who has never been married, said she has never been the type to pursue marriage but feels the current relationship has changed that mindset. Hudson, who shares a 17‑year‑old son with former fiancé David Otunga, described the partnership as 'amazing' and 'beautiful.'

She added that her view of love has evolved since her twenties, emphasizing clarity and understanding over idealism. The couple, who began dating publicly in January 2024 after years of rumors, have been open about their faith and family values. Common, 54, has previously called himself a 'marrying type' and said he would marry Hudson if she were 'the one.'

The couple’s public appearances, including a courtside date at a Knicks game, have drawn media attention. Hudson remains coy about the future but signals openness to marriage if the circumstances align. Fans have welcomed the candidness, noting it signals a mature approach to relationships.