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Aaron Pierre's 'Spirit Tunnel Walk' on The Jennifer Hudson Show Is Only The Latest to Go Viral

Aaron Pierre's 'Spirit Tunnel Walk' on The Jennifer Hudson Show Is Only The Latest to Go Viral

Ciara, Michelle Obama...here are some of the best "spirit tunnel" moments from "The Jennifer Hudson Show.”

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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.”

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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 last week, Aaron Pierre’s walk through the spirit tunnel received a lot of attention on social media and has even created a viral trend.

With that in mind, here are some of the best spirit tunnel moments from “The Jennifer Hudson Show.”

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Angela Bassett

Angela Bassett

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As one of the most beloved and celebrated Black actresses in recent memory, it’s only right that we put Angela Bassett at the top of this list.

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Aaron Pierre

Aaron Pierre

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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.

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Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama

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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.

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Common

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This is sweet because Common also happens to be dating the show host, Jennifer Hudson. He looks particularly excited to be interviewed by his lady, and he shows it by having some fun with the staff and crew.

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John Legend

John Legend

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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.

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Snoop Dogg

Snoop Dogg

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What’s better than a laid-back Snoop Dogg dancing to a crowd of people singing his hit record, “Gin & Juice”?

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Latto

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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.

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Ciara

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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.”

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Jason Derulo

Jason Derulo

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Known for his energetic and unique dances on social media, the spirit tunnel was pretty much made for guests like Jason Derulo.

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Martin Lawrence

Martin Lawrence

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It’s hard to beat this moment since the staff is singing the theme songs to one of the most beloved 90s sitcoms.

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Damon Wayans & Damon Wayans Jr.

Damon Wayans & Damon Wayans Jr.

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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.

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Ludacris

Ludacris

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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.

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E.T.

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Yes, E.T. (Janelle Monae) was a guest on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” Who knew that aliens had rhythm?

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GloRilla

GloRilla

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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.

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Blair Underwood

Blair Underwood

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No matter how many years pass, the ladies will always love them some Blair Underwood. This is just another example.

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Saweetie

Saweetie

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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.

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