William Balfour Denied Bail In Hudson Murders Case

December 03, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Prosecutors allege Jennifer Hudson’s estranged brother-in-law killed three family members because he was angry the singer’s sister was dating another man.

William Balfour Officially Charged With Murders Of Hudson Family Members

December 02, 2008

CHICAGO, IL

William Balfour has officially been charged with three counts of first-degree murder, Access Hollywood has confirmed.

The Cook County State Attorney’s Office confirmed Balfour, who was arrested for the murders of Jennifer Hudson’s relatives, was charged with the murder counts and one count of home invasion on Tuesday.

William Balfour’s Mother Questions Police Murder Investigation

December 02, 2008

CHICAGO, Ill.

Despite her son being charged with three counts of first-degree murder in connection to the deaths of Jennifer Hudson’s mother, brother and nephew, William Balfour’s mother insists the police have the wrong man.

In an interview with WMAQ in Chicago on Monday following Balfour’s arrest, his mother, Michelle, claimed the police department conducted a “botched” investigation.

Police Waiting For Prosecuters To File Murder Charges Against William Balfour

December 02, 2008

CHICAGO, IL

Police in Chicago say they’re waiting for prosecutors to formally file murder charges against the estranged brother in-law of actress Jennifer Hudson in the killings of three family members.

Chicago Police Arrest William Balfour Over Hudson Family Murders

December 01, 2008

CHICAGO, IL

William Balfour has been arrested for the murders of Jennifer Hudson’s relatives, Chicago police confirmed to Access Hollywood.

Balfour, 27, has been in police custody since October 24, the same day the bodies of Jennifer’s mother, Darnell Donerson, and her brother, Jason Hudson, were discovered in the family home.

Robert Pattinson Tops EW’s ‘10 Breakout Stars Of 2008’

November 19, 2008

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Entertainment Weekly has named its “10 Breakout Stars of 2008” and the list includes an actor who wants to suck your blood, a singer looking for a boy from America, a tween star known to hang out with three brothers – and even a dog who lives the good life in the 90210.

Jennifer Hudson Thanks Fans For ‘Thoughts & Prayers’

November 14, 2008

CHICAGO, Ill.

Jennifer Hudson thanked her fans on Thursday for the support that she’s received since the tragic death of her mother, brother and nephew.

“Thank You All…I want to thank each and every one of you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time,” the 27-year-old Oscar winner wrote on her Celebrity MySpace. “My sister and I take great comfort and strength from your love and concern. jhud.”