Jennifer Hudson Reportedly Furious After Common Goes Public with New Flame

In a development that has stunned fans of both stars, tensions have reportedly erupted between EGOT-winning singer and actress Jennifer Hudson and rapper-turned-actor Common after he was recently seen in public with a new romantic interest. While neither party has officially commented on the rumors, close sources suggest the breakup between the two may have turned far more emotional — and public — than previously believed.

Jennifer Hudson and Common had confirmed their relationship publicly in early 2024, after months of speculation and joint appearances. The two met while filming the 2023 thriller Breathe and appeared to bond quickly, with Common even hinting at marriage during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show in early 2024. At the time, he described their relationship as “healthy,” and referred to Hudson as “the one,” sparking widespread support from fans who had hoped both stars had finally found lasting love.

But behind the scenes, things may have been less perfect than they appeared. According to entertainment insiders, the pair quietly drifted apart sometime in mid-2025, citing scheduling conflicts, emotional distance, and differing long-term goals. While there was no formal breakup announcement, fans noticed that the two stopped appearing together publicly, and Hudson began avoiding any mention of her romantic life in interviews.

The situation reportedly took a turn for the worse this week when Common was photographed hand-in-hand with a mystery woman in Los Angeles, fueling speculation that he has moved on. While the identity of the woman remains unknown, the images quickly circulated online — and reportedly reached Hudson before the story went viral.

According to sources close to the singer, Hudson was “blindsided” and “deeply hurt” by Common’s very public move. “She felt disrespected — not just because he’s seeing someone new, but because he didn’t even give her a heads-up before going public,” one insider shared. “They may have been growing apart, but she didn’t expect him to flaunt a new relationship so soon, especially given how serious things had seemed just months ago.”

The fallout is said to have led to a heated phone call between the two, with Hudson allegedly confronting Common about the perceived betrayal. “It got emotional,” the source added. “There were raised voices, a lot of frustration, and even some tears.”

Fans have taken to social media to express shock and disappointment. Many are rallying around Hudson, with hashtags like #TeamJennifer and #RespectJHud trending across platforms. Others are calling for calm, noting that both stars deserve privacy during what appears to be a sensitive time.

Neither Common nor Jennifer Hudson has publicly commented on the alleged dispute, and reps for both have declined to issue statements.

For now, the future of any reconciliation remains unclear. What is clear, however, is that this once-promising celebrity romance may have ended not with a quiet goodbye, but with public heartbreak — and perhaps a few hard truths behind the scenes.