BET Honors: Jennifer Hudson's Award Winning Moments

In 2004, Jennifer Hudson made a great first impression as a contestant on the third season of the hit singing competition series, American Idol. Often criticized by series creator and resident meanie, Simon Cowell, Hudson only made it to seventh place on the show, while castmate Fantasia Barino took home the big prize. But Hudson would soon make Cowell, eat his harsh words. (Photo: Ray Mickshaw/WireImage)