Best Jennifer Hudson Show ‘Spirit Tunnel’ Walks: Erika Alexander, Tyriq Withers and More
“The Jennifer Hudson Show” has mastered the art of making every celebrity guest feel special. Before each one of them comes on the set, they walk backstage and are celebrated by the staff and crew in what they call the “spirit tunnel.”
They don’t just clap—they put on a whole show and often recreate a song relevant to the guest. The spirit tunnel has become a fan favorite and regularly goes viral on social media.
Just this week, Erika Alexander’s walk through the spirit tunnel received a lot of attention on social media and has people all over cracking up at her perpetual silliness and dance moves.
So with that in mind, here are some of the best, most hilarious spirit tunnel moments from “The JHud Show.”
Erika Alexander
You already know Erika Alexander had to get the “Living Single” treatment when she walked down the tunnel! But what we didn’t expect was for her to little dancey dance to blow up as much.
“Michael” Movie Cast
Since we don’t live in a world where Michael Jackson himself could do his little one-two step down the spirit tunnel, we at least got the next best thing with the cast of the new “Michael” film: Colman Domingo, Juliano Valdi and MJ’s own nephew Jaafar Jackson.
Megan Thee Stallion
@jenniferhudsonshow THEE Hot Girl is here!
@Megan Thee Stallion
Megan Thee Stallion made sure all the hotties could feel her lit-ness with her fun, slightly twerk-filled walk!
Teyana Taylor
@jenniferhudsonshow Make some noise for @teyanataylor!
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Teyana Taylor made be “A Rose in Harlem,” but she was definitely the star of the spirit tunnel during her time on the show!
Tyriq Withers
@jenniferhudsonshow Tyriq Withers said “
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Tyriq Withers, oh how we love you for your on beat, off beat tunnel walk. That little dolphin move will live rent free in our heads forever.
Sterling K. Brown
If you know anything about Sterling K. Brown offscreen, then you know he’s the life of the party at any function. So it’s no surprise he came with that same flair at JHud’s show.
Debbie Allen
@jenniferhudsonshow The legend @msdebbieallen is back!
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Thee dancing legend herself Debbie Allen came through the spirit tunnel as cute and classy as ever. Seeing her shimmy and smile never gets old!
Aldis Hodge
@jenniferhudsonshow Welcome back to the Happy Place, AldisHodge!
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Aldis Hodge may be super cool, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t know how to get his groove on! Especially when the spirit tunnel sounds are lit!
Anderson .Paak
@jenniferhudsonshow The Spirit Tunnel wasn’t ready for @anderson.paak!
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We knew within the first five seconds of Anderson .Paak’s reaction that his walk was going to be full of hilarity and un-seriousness, but what we didn’t expect was his surprise choreography near the end!
Angela Bassett
As one of the most beloved and celebrated Black actresses in recent memory, it’s only right that we put Angela Bassett near the top of this list.
Aaron Pierre
The “Mufasa” star had the ladies going crazy with this one. Fans loved Aaron Pierre’s appearance in the spirit tunnel so much that people have recreated the actor’s dance on social media and it has become a viral trend.
Michelle Obama
The first and only Black first lady of the United States also had a special walkout during her December appearance on the show. She even showed off some of her dance moves.
Druski
There’s way too much happening here during Druski’s walk which means we can’t help but love it and rewatch over and over again.
John Legend
@jenniferhudsonshow @John Legend is at JHud, we gotta show love!
#thejenniferhudsonshow #jenniferhudson #johnlegend #jhud
This just shows the effort the staff puts into the spirit tunnel. It sounded like that was Legend himself singing his hit record, “Ordinary People.” He looked just as shocked to hear someone sing just as well as him.
Snoop Dogg
@user7048394606302 Snoop Dogg Is Bringing Good Energy In The Spirit Tunnel On The Jennifer Hudson Show! He’s In A Happy Place
#snoopdogg #ginandjuice
#blacktiktok #foryoupage #fyp #goviral #40andover #hiphop #rap #jenniferhudson #jenniferhudsonshow #goodenergy
What’s better than a laid-back Snoop Dogg dancing to a crowd of people singing his hit record, “Gin & Juice”?
Latto
@jenniferhudsonshow Big Mama
Latto is here tomorrow! Don’t miss it #thejenniferhudsonshow #jenniferhudson #latto #jhud
Probably the most lit the spirit tunnel has been on the show. The hip-hop superstar almost looked like she was ready to perform after walking backstage.
Ciara
@jenniferhudsonshow See you Monday, @Ciara
Does it feel like the early 2000s in here? “The Jennifer Hudson Show” gave us a throwback and performed Ciara’s 2004 hit, “1,2 Step.”
Jason Derulo
@jenniferhudsonshow @Jason Derulo is here! Tune in tomorrow
#thejenniferhudsonshow #jenniferhudson #jasonderulo #jhud
Known for his energetic and unique dances on social media, the spirit tunnel was pretty much made for guests like Jason Derulo.
Martin Lawrence
@jenniferhudsonshow @Martin Lawrence is here tomorrow!
It’s hard to beat this moment since the staff is singing the theme songs to one of the most beloved 90s sitcoms.
Damon Wayans & Damon Wayans Jr.
What’s better than one Damon Wayans? Two Damon Wayans! This father-and-son duo matched the staff’s energy with their cringe dance moves.
Ludacris
I’m not even sure Ludacris expected them to sing his 2001 hit song, “Move B***h.” Thankfully, he matched their energy and almost looked like he was ready to run threw a wall.
E.T.
@jenniferhudsonshow Welcome home, E.T.
Yes, E.T. (Janelle Monae) was a guest on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” Who knew that aliens had rhythm?
GloRilla
It’s a battle between GloRilla and Latto for who was the most turned up they walked on set to be interviewed by Jennifer Hudson.
Blair Underwood
@blackbutterflyrise I’ve never been so in love with someone I’ve never met! I’ve watched this 20 times. It’s the leg kick for me. Get it Blair. #jenniferhudsonshow #jhud #hallwayhype #blairunderwood #swag #smooth
No matter how many years pass, the ladies will always love them some Blair Underwood. This is just another example.
Saweetie
@SAWEETIE 
I almost expected the hip-hop star to start rapping the lyrics to her 2017 song, “Icy Girl” once the staff finished singing the hook.
