It'll be his first Twin Cities gig since 2018, when he played the same arena, then named Xcel Energy Center, with Idina Menzel. It'll be Hudson's first performance at the Wild's arena. The tour is in support of his latest album, "Hidden Gems," a collection of rarities and previously unreleased tracks that also features one new song, "The Constant."

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share an update about the deaths of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner,

President Donald Trump to address nation tonight, preempting Survivor Season 49 finale; The Voice crowns season 28 winner; Josh Groban announces GEMS North America arena tour with Jennifer Hudson; National Maple Syrup Day is celebrated;

Live at the Ahmanson’ runs Dec. 12-21, and finds him sharing the stage with “a star-studded set of special guests” while performing his greatest hits and “timeless Broadway favorites.”