Overview
- The Academy named Hudson a Best Actress nominee at the 98th Oscars for her portrayal of Claire “Thunder” Sardina.
- She stars opposite Hugh Jackman as Mike Sardina in a true-story adaptation about the Neil Diamond tribute duo Lightning & Thunder.
- Hudson learned the news at home with her daughter Rani Rose as family, including Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, celebrated and shared tributes.
- Claire Sardina has expressed happiness with the film, even as Mike Sardina’s son has publicly criticized aspects of its portrayal.
- Released Dec. 25, the film opened to a reported $12 million and had Golden Globe and Actors Awards nominations; the Oscars ceremony is March 15.