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Janelle Monáe Brings a Siren Song to “The Jennifer Hudson Show” Halloween Special

Janelle Monáe headlined the Halloween special of The Jennifer Hudson Show with a siren-themed musical performance.

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Janelle Monáe performing on stage; contextual photograph
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Janelle Monáe headlined the Halloween special of The Jennifer Hudson Show with a siren-themed musical performance. The singer and actor described Halloween as an entry point into creativity and transformation.

Monáe has become a recurring part of the talk show's Halloween celebrations. The special continued the program's tradition of elaborate holiday-themed episodes.

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