Jennifer Hudson, her voice tinged with sincerity, extended her heartfelt apologies for her absence from the much-anticipated opening night of Broadway's 'Smash,' leaving the audience understandably disheartened. The esteemed American singer, who co-produced the musical drama alongside luminaries such as Robert Greenblatt, Neil Meron, and an ensemble of talents, unveiled the circumstances behind her non-attendance at The Imperial Theatre on the 10th of April, a Thursday.
Through her Instagram platform, the 43-year-old actress, brimming with charm, shared a behind-the-scenes video from the set of 'The Jennifer Hudson Show.' In the clip, she addressed her studio audience warmly, "Has anyone here ever indulged in the delightful TV series 'Smash'?" She continued, her enthusiasm palpable, "I'm certain you've been captivated by the buzz. It's packed with an array of your beloved tunes from the show, intertwined with delightful surprises that I'm confident will steal your hearts."
Reflecting on her regrettable absence, Jennifer added with a touch of melancholy, "As we all know, the challenge of being in two places at once remains insurmountable. I'm committed to being here with all of you, which means I'll be missing tonight's opening night. Nonetheless, I sincerely hope everyone savors every moment of the performance."
Expressing her unwavering affection for the cast, she stated warmly, "From this joyous haven, we send our boundless love to them. My heart overflows with love for the cast and crew. Though physically absent, we're with you in spirit, cheering you on from this happy place."
Brimming with pride, the hitmaker behind 'Spotlight' further elaborated, "Oh my goodness, I am incredibly proud of this production. The anticipation for you all to witness it is almost unbearable. My eagerness to join you there knows no bounds."
Accompanying the video, the caption read, "A heartfelt thank you to our extraordinary #SmashBway producer @iamjhud for her opening night message, fueling our dreams!"
Meanwhile, the star-studded event was adorned with the presence of celebrities such as Sara Jessica Parker, Matthew Broderick, Kristin Chenoweth, Billy Crystal, Nathan Lane, Debra Messing, Christian Borle, among many others. 'Smash,' the two-season American musical drama, drew its inspiration from the enigmatic life of Marilyn Monroe.
