This Sexy Grammy-Winning Singer Used to Perform on Cruise Ships, But Who Is She? (PHOTOS)

Before Jennifer auditioned for Season 3 of American Idol, she worked aboard Disney Cruise Lines as a singer. Despite finishing seventh during her stint on Idol, she went on to earn an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Dreamgirls. Jennifer also won a Grammy for writing the song “Love You I Do” for the film’s soundtrack.

Next up, she’ll be guest starring in a multi-episode arc in the NBC series Smash alongside fellow Idol alum Katharine McPhee.

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