Jennifer Hudson had the spotlight on her for an unexpected reason during a Knicks game at Madison Square Garden. The EGOT winner was sitting courtside when a stray basketball from Knicks’ player Miles McBride hit her in the face.
The moment, caught on live TV, immediately went viral, with one commentator repeatedly shouting, “Protect Jennifer Hudson!” as the chaos unfolded.
Jennifer Hudson gets hit in the face by a ball while sitting courtside at Knicks game
Hudson and Common, her partner, confirmed their relationship in early 2024, have been a courtside favorite for fans. Their chemistry has been evident at several games proving that their partnership extends beyond just date nights at NBA games.
Jennifer Hudson knows how to take a hit
Hudson, clearly flustered, adjusted her glasses while her partner and McBride rushed to check on her. In a replay shown on TNT, Hudson’s glasses appeared bent from the impact, prompting another commentator to joke, “Oh no, not the glasses! Those look real expensive.”
While Common did his best to comfort her, analysts humorously debated whether he truly “protected” her, with one jokingly concluding, “No, no he didn’t.”
Despite the unexpected courtside incident, Hudson handled it like a pro, with humor and grace. While Common may not have blocked the shot in time, the couple’s fun loving dynamic kept the night lighthearted.
