3. Jennifer Hudson
This lady may only have come in 7th place on American Idol’s third season, but she went from zero to hero in no time. Her role as Effie White in Dreamgirls earned her an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress (while showing off her pipes next to Beyoncé), as well as a Golden Globe, BAFTA Award, and many more. Apart from starring in several movies, Jennifer Hudson has also sold millions of records and is the proud owner of a Grammy.