Usher had the chance to star in Dreamgirls, however a packed schedule compelled him to stroll away from the function.
Throughout an look on The Jennifer Hudson Present , the “U Bought It Unhealthy” singer shocked host Jennifer Hudson with the revelation that he was as soon as forged within the 2006 hit musical drama.
Nevertheless, touring commitments finally prevented him from moving into the function.
“You didn’t know that I used to be imagined to be part of that film, this film you went on to win a significant, main award for,” Usher stated, referencing Hudson’s Academy Award-winning efficiency as Effie White.
Hudson, visibly surprised, responded, “Are you speaking about Dreamgirls? Wait, you had been going to be in Dreamgirls?”
Usher merely confirmed, “Sure,” as Hudson processed the revelation. “I didn’t even know this, y’all,” she added in disbelief.
Though Usher didn’t specify the character he was slated to play, studies on the time indicated he was forged as C.C. White, Effie’s brother, a job that finally went to Keith Robinson.
“I used to be so excited for what was on the brink of occur. (I) tried my hardest to form of work round it, however, sadly, schedule simply didn’t allow,” Usher defined. “I’d have been part of the historical past with you. However I’m part of the historical past with you as a result of all of us have fun you for such an encouraging expertise for our younger girls out right here.”
At all times fast on her toes, Hudson then proposed making up for the misplaced alternative with a musical collaboration.
“I’d love that,” Usher grinned.
Directed by Invoice Condon, Dreamgirls featured an all-star forged, together with Jamie Foxx, Beyoncé, and Eddie Murphy. Later within the dialog, Usher additionally addressed his absence from the 2025 Grammy Awards regardless of being nominated for Finest R&B Album for Coming House.
The “Yeah!” hitmaker made a acutely aware choice to skip the occasion, explaining that he wished to indicate respect for these affected by the devastating California wildfires.
“That is no disrespect to the (Recording) Academy or something like that, however I didn’t need it to come back throughout as disrespectful in any approach. I wished to make one thing that honored them as a result of we’re hurting for them,” he stated. “I do know folks that have misplaced all the things. And I do know tons of individuals on the market that I’ve by no means met which have misplaced all the things and I wish to assist these individuals.”
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