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Jennifer Hudson took to the Broadway stage last night to pay tribute to Prince, who tragically died yesterday at the age of 57.
[READ: R.I.P. – Prince Dead at 57: Publicist Confirms w/Statement… ]
Hudson, the lead in the current production of ‘The Color Purple’ on Broadway, ended the show last night by sharing a personal Prince story followed by a powerful, heart-wrenching performance of “Purple Rain” with backing from the cast.
Watch video of Jennifer Hudson & ‘The Color Purple’ Cast’s tribute to Prince below…
VIDEO: The Color Purple Honors Prince (Purple Rain Tribute)
R.I.P. Prince
What did you think of J-Hud & The Color Purple Cast’s tribute?
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