This singer gained a large following after her performances on the show American Idol, even though she did not win that season. What is the name of this singer-turned-actress who had a breakout performance in the movie Dreamgirls?

Jennifer Hudson was a contestant on the third season of the TV show American Idol but was eliminated from the show early. Though she didn't win, her performances gained her a large fan base. Her first role as an actress was in the 2006 movie Dreamgirls, for which she won an Oscar for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role.

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