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One thing is crystal clear when it comes to Jennifer Hudson’s shoe style — she likes to have fun with it. On and off the red carpet, Hudson has consistently showcased a love of flamboyant footwear. Since skyrocketing to fame as a fan-favorite on the third season of “American Idol” in 2004, the singer and Academy Award-winning actress has never been one to shy away from making a shoe statement. She’s been known to gravitate towards attention-grabbing colors, embellishments and massive platforms.

The multihyphenate favors premium luxury brands like Aquazzura, Christian Louboutin, Saint Laurent and Le Silla. Whether she’s hitting a premiere or awards show or simply pounding the pavement, you can expect Hudson to turn up in shoes that call for a second glance.

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Ahead, scroll through to discover some of Jennifer Hudson‘s boldest shoe moments over the years.

Jennifer Hudson, 2024

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Jennifer Hudson attends the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards on April 1 in Hollywood, California. Getty Images

Hudson went for a high-shine style at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards. The stiletto pumps featured a V-shaped topline, a sleek pointed toe and an ankle-strap fastening.

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Jennifer Hudson wears pointy silver metallic pumps.Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson, 2023

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Jennifer Hudson attends Clive Davis’ Pre-Grammy Gala on Feb. 4, 2023, in Los Angeles.Getty Images

Hudson kept her flashy silver metallic look streamlined again when she slipped into Aquazzura’s Crystal Tequila embellished slingback pumps for Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy Gala in 2023.

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Jennifer Hudson wears Aquazzura Crystal Tequila pumps.Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson, 2022

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Jennifer Hudson reacts after throwing out the first pitch at a Kansas City Royals game on Aug. 9, 2022, in Kansas City, Missouri. Getty Images

When she threw out the pitch at a Kansas City Royals game in 2022, the “Dreamgirls” star hit the field in bold black-and-white striped Maison Margiela x Reebok Tabi Instapump Fury platform boots.

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Jennifer Hudson wears Maison Margiela x Reebok Tabi platform boots.Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson, 2021

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Jennifer Hudson is seen departing “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” on Aug. 12, 2021 in New York City. Getty Images

For an appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” in 2021, Hudson showcased a glamorous ensemble complete with Le Silla’s Gilda crystal-embellished fishnet ankle sock booties featuring a soaring stiletto heel.

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Jennifer Hudson dons Le Silla fishnet sock boots.Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson, 2018

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Jennifer Hudson attends the WCRF’s “An Unforgettable Evening” on Feb. 27, 2018 in Los Angeles.Getty Images

Attending a Women’s Cancer Research Fund event in 2018, the “Respect” star stepped into strappy black Saint Laurent Era sandals boasting a sparkly caged toe detail.

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Jennifer Hudson wears strappy Saint Laurent sandals. Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson, 2017

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Jennifer Hudson attends NBC’s “Hairspray Live!” event on June 9, 2017 in Los Angeles.Getty Images

Hudson wore a pair of colorful snake-print platform pumps that laced up the front to a “Hairspray Live!” show in 2017. A timeless peep-toe and an ultra-high stiletto heel finished off the loud Christian Louboutin style.

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Jennifer Hudson wears Christian Louboutin pumps.Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson, 2015

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Jennifer Hudson is seen outside “Lincoln Center” on Sept. 30, 2015 in New York City.Getty Images

The singer and actress styled a striking evening gown with silver metallic sandals featuring an intricate cut-out design for a night out in NYC in 2015. She wore BCBG Max Azria Maven peep-toe stiletto heels.

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Jennifer Hudson wears silver metallic cut-out sandals.Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson, 2014

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Jennifer Hudson attends “The Concert For Valor” on Nov. 11, 2014 in Washington, DC. Getty Images

The “Sex and the City” actress wore pointy black leather platform ankle boots featuring an open vamp and buckled ankle strap for her performance during the Concert for Valour in Washington, D.C. in 2014.

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Jennifer Hudson wears pointy black leather ankle boots.Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson, 2013

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Jennifer Hudson attends the”Black Nativity” premiere on Nov. 18, 2013 in New York City.Getty Images

Hudson hit the red carpet for a 2013 premiere sporting colorful python-print Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps finished with a classic pointed toe.

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Jennifer Hudson wears Christian Louboutin So Kate multicolor python-print pumps. Getty Images

Jennifer Hudson, 2012

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Jennifer Hudson attends the “Think Like A Man” premiere on Feb. 9, 2012 in Los Angeles.Getty Images

Hudson towered blue suede ankle-strap pumps set on a chunky platform at the “Think Like a Man” premiere in 2012. The Giuseppe Zanotti peep-toe stilettos were topped off with a playful bow detail on the toe strap.

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Jennifer Hudson, 2011

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Jennifer Hudson arrives at the 2011 American Music Awards on Nov. 20, 2011 in Los Angeles.Getty Images

The multihyphenate talent wore black sky-high Christian Louboutin Daffodile platform pumps covered in glitzy crystals to the 2011 American Music Awards.

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Jennifer Hudson wears Christian Louboutin Daffodile platform pumps.Getty Images
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