Oscar-Golden Globe-BAFTA award winning actress-singer Jennifer Hudson has given her approval for the GAP holiday adverts to be released.

The ads, shot way back in July this year, were held back after the Chicago-born star’s mother, brother and nephew were killed late October, according to a GAP spokesperson. But Hudson, 27, insisted she’d want “to be a part of it and that we should move forward.”

“We felt that it was really important first and foremost to respect what she wanted to do, so as long as she felt comfortable with her campaign being out there,” said Olivia Doyne, director of engagement marketing and public relations for GAP.

As seen on the left, Hudson strikes a cozy pose in the brand’s Wintersoft Turtleneck for ad campaign carrying the tagline “Shine Your Own Star.” Other US celebrities such as Jason Bateman, Mary-Louise Parker, and Mila Kunis are joining Hudson the GAP holiday campaign as well.

Meanwhile, Hudson thanks her fans on her MySpace page for their support during her crisis period. She writes: “My sister and I take great comfort and strength from your love and concern.”

Hi Jenny, love goes out to you from Celebrity Brands as well.

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