Season 5

2026-09-14

Jennifer kicks off Season 5 with multi-hyphenate Tyler Perry, who makes his first visit to the Happy Place to talk about his new Netflix film, "Why Did I Get Married Again?" Plus, "Summer House" star and newest "Dancing with the Stars" contestant Ciara Miller stops by. Then, Jennifer welcomes back 9-year-old Luke Tillman, aka "Pastor Luke," from West Palm Beach, Florida!

2026-09-15

K-pop sensations Le Sserafim perform their new song "Made My Night" and answer questions from superfans! Jennifer chats with award-winning actress Danielle Brooks about her upcoming film, "If I Go Will They Miss Me." Then, Kayla Daniels and her sons, MJ and twins Kaden and Jaden, from Bentonville, Arkansas, stop by. Kayla speaks with Jennifer about her journey to adopt the three biological brothers and keep them together, transforming all of their lives and redefining what family can look like.

2026-09-16

Actress and newest "Dancing with the Stars" contestant Jenna Dewan visits the Happy Place! Then, Jennifer catches up with "Project Runway" designer Christian Siriano.

2026-09-17

"Project Runway" judge, celebrity stylist, and image architect Law Roach stops by!

2026-09-18

Actress Karen Pittman stops by the Happy Place to chat with Jennifer. Jennifer welcomes Leah Pump from Los Angeles, California! Leah is the president and CEO of The LadyLike Foundation, a nonprofit that focuses on educating, mentoring, and empowering girls and young women from underserved communities. LadyLike focuses on the "total girl," helping with everything from tutoring and college applications to confidence, relationships, etiquette, public speaking, and basic life skills.

2026-09-21

Actress and "Dancing with the Stars" contestant Julia Stiles stops by! Jennifer welcomes Chaz McNelis and his 21-month-old son Grayson, aka "Baby G," to the Happy Place! The viral father-son duo join us to share their incredible story of overcoming hardship, navigating college baseball, and building a following that has captured millions of hearts. Actor Ernest Harden Jr. stops by to talk about his recent Emmy victory for his role on the award-winning series "The Pitt."

2026-09-22

Sofía Vergara, Howie Mandel, Terry Crews, and Mel B visit the Happy Place and talk about "America's Got Talent." Then, Bre-Z stops by to chat about the final season of "All American."

2026-09-23

Comedian Jo Koy and Jennifer chat about his new Netflix comedy special, "Jo Koy: Blue in the Face." Jennifer welcomes 7-year-old tea expert Teddy Williams, who has gone viral for his reviews on his page "Tea with Teddy." Then, Jennifer chats with Forgotten Harvest employee Krista Poole and CEO and President Adrian Lewis. Forgotten Harvest is Michigan's largest food rescue organization. When Forgotten Harvest helped Krista feed her family during a time of crisis, it changed her life. Today, they both help lead the mission to fight hunger for hundreds of thousands of others.

2026-09-24

Jennifer welcomes the cast of the "A Different World" reboot, Jasmine Guy, Cree Summer, and Chibuikem Uche, to the Happy Place! Then, the band Fuerza Regida stops by to talk about their upcoming tour and their album "111XPANTIA." Tune in to watch band members Jesús Ortíz Paz, Samuel Jáimez, Khrystian Ramos, José "Pelón" García, and Moisés López perform part of their song "For Eso Osos."

2026-09-25

Jennifer chats with Grammy- and Academy Award-winning artist H.E.R. about her new animated film, "Forgotten Island." Then, 10-year-old viral singer Eden Valor from Bowling Green, Kentucky, performs! Motown legend Martha Reeves of Martha and the Vandellas stops by to talk about her latest album, "Searching." Plus, she and Jennifer team up for a special music moment!

2026-09-28

Actor Mike Colter and Jennifer chat about his upcoming new series, "Cupertino." "America's Got Talent" stars Howie Mandel, Terry Crews, and Mel B take on the hilarious game "Shake It or Share It."

2026-09-29

WNBA legend Lisa Leslie stops by! Jennifer welcomes record-breaking rower Kelsey Pfendler from Salida, Colorado. Kelsey shares how she made history as the first American woman to row solo from California to Hawaii, completing the 2,400-mile journey in just 43 days and becoming the fastest and youngest person ever to make the crossing. Tyler Cameron and Jackson Olson stop by to dish on the new season of "Dancing with the Stars" and what fans can expect! Plus, "DWTS" pros Emma Slater, Sharna Burgess, and Alan Bersten join the fun and put Tyler, Jackson, and JHud to the test with some dance moves of their own!

2026-09-30

Global superstar Tom Cruise makes his debut at the Happy Place! Jennifer and Tom chat all about his highly anticipated new film, "Digger."

2026-10-01

Oscar- and Emmy-winning actor Riz Ahmed and Jennifer talk about his new film, "Digger." Jennifer then sits down with four members of The Breasties — Bri Majsiak, Trish Michelle, Allie Brumel, and Paige More — to hear how "the worst club with the best members" grew from small NYC meetups into a nationwide community, supporting thousands impacted by cancer.

2026-10-02

Actor Shemar Moore is back at the Happy Place to talk about his new series, "S.W.A.T. Exiles." "Adults" star and "In Your Dreams" podcast host Owen Thiele stops by!

2026-10-05

Grammy-winning artist Victoria Monét stops by to talk about her new album, "Frequency of Love." Jennifer welcomes viral 6-year-old rapper Waylen Pearson, aka "WayWay," from Columbus, Mississippi! Tune in to watch him perform an original rap song with his younger brother, Wyatt. Plus, Charles Jones stops by!

2026-10-06

Oscar-nominated actress Wunmi Mosaku joins Jennifer to talk about her upcoming film, "The Social Reckoning." Jennifer welcomes Alberto Juarez, founder of Hermanos Wellness Club in Playa del Rey, California, to discuss the growing group, which uses fitness and community to help Latino men prioritize their mental health. They are also joined by four members who share how life-changing the brotherhood has been and how they're redefining strength and vulnerability for the next generation.

2026-10-07

The multi-talented Jamie Foxx makes his debut appearance at the Happy Place!

2026-10-08

Jennifer welcomes "Reasonable Doubt" stars Morris Chestnut and Tank to the show! Then, iconic a cappella group Pentatonix and Jennifer chat about their upcoming holiday tour and holiday album "Christmas in the City (Deluxe)."

2026-10-09

"Animal Control" star Joel McHale stops by! Then, Chef Kwame and Jennifer talk about his new cookbook, "All Hours," and cook a special dish!

2026-10-12

Jennifer welcomes "A Different World" stars Kadeem Hardison, Maleah Joi Moon, and Cornell Young IV! Then, Grammy Award-winning country duo Brothers Osborne stop by to talk about their new album, "Watertown."

2026-10-13

Jennifer and fellow EGOT winner John Legend catch up to chat about his upcoming album, "Muse." Then, 6-year-old tae kwon do expert Joshua Galvao Nasciemento, aka "Joshua Superkid" from Los Angeles, California, stops by to show Jennifer his tae kwon do moves.

2026-10-14

Actor David Oyelowo stops by to talk about his new series, "Treasure Island." Jennifer welcomes undefeated five-division world champion Claressa Shields, aka "The GWOAT" (Greatest Woman of All Time), to the show!

2026-10-15

Comedian D.L. Hughley and Jennifer talk about his new book, "Charlie's Boy." Then, Jennifer welcomes 10-year-old Mexican folkloric dancers Isaac Rodrigues and Grace Perez from San Bernardino, California! Tune in to watch a beautiful performance!

2026-10-16

Oscar, Emmy, and Tony nominee Brian Tyree Henry and Jennifer talk about his animated series, "Bass x Machina." Plus, "Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage" star Emily Osment stops by!

2026-10-19

Jennifer welcomes back "Abbott Elementary" star Lisa Ann Walter. Plus, actress and Lisa's best friend Elaine Hendrix stops by! Later, entrepreneur, film producer, and globally renowned content creator Dhar Mann surprises one lucky audience member!

2026-10-20

"NCIS" star Wilmer Valderrama and Jennifer talk about the new season of his show. Actor and filmmaker Dolph Lundgren stops by to talk about his new book, "Fights Worth Fighting: Finding Strength in Struggle," and his documentary "Dolph: Unbreakable." Then, Jennifer welcomes grandfather and granddaughter jazz duo Donald Dean Sr. and Darynn Dean from Los Angeles, California! Donald, a legendary jazz drummer whose remarkable career includes performing with icons like Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder, and his granddaughter, jazz vocalist Darynn, join Jennifer to share their special musical bond, the family legacy they've built together, and how their heartfelt performances have captivated millions online.

2026-10-21

Jennifer welcomes country superstar Reba McEntire to chat about the new season of "Happy's Place." Then, viral "NYC Besties" Candace Eng and Diana Prince stop by! Their friendship captured millions online, and today they share the story of their 50-year bond and how they supported each other through life's biggest milestones, including Candace's recent breast cancer journey. Later, cake decorator and previous winner of "The Great American Baking Show" Mackenzie Rubish joins Jennifer for a fun cake-decorating demonstration and shares her tips!

2026-10-22

Actress Emmy Rossum and Jennifer chat about her show "Furious." Then, "Reasonable Doubt" star La La Anthony stops by to talk about the show.

2026-10-23

Acclaimed actress Jessica Lange stops by to talk about her recent film "Long Day's Journey into Night" and the series "American Horror Story: 13." Then, Jennifer welcomes musician and actor Miles Caton!

2026-10-26

"Ted Lasso" star Hannah Waddingham stops by! Jennifer welcomes Illinois History Teacher of the Year Carlin Smock and her family!

2026-10-27

Actress Rachel Bilson stops by to chat about her new film "Christmas at the Kringles." Then, K-pop boy group ATEEZ stops by for a special performance of their new single "Drip." Plus, Jennifer welcomes back viral 8-year-old Tatum Galberth!

2026-10-28

Gospel producer and icon Kirk Franklin and Jennifer talk about his upcoming album "I Am What I Am." Jennifer welcomes Oscar-nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe to discuss the new season of "American Horror Story: 13"! Trailblazing Mexican American go-karter Pedro Cueto from Arvada, Colorado, stops by! The 11-year-old shares his incredible journey from beating a rare bone cancer and undergoing a leg amputation to becoming a history-making adaptive kart racer.

2026-10-29

Actress and singer Tisha Campbell chats about her new memoir "The A Word: A Mother's Journey Through Autism and Love" and her upcoming movie "One Last Shot." Then, Jennifer welcomes 9-year-old fitness influencer and boxer Adriel "Dreco" Simmons from Columbus, Georgia. Plus, Dreco does a fitness demonstration and gets surprised by Terry Crews!

2026-10-30

It's the "Jennifer Hudson Show's" special Halloween episode! Jennifer welcomes back award-winning singer, actress, and Queen of Halloween Janelle Monáe.