Friday October 25, 2008, the mother and brother of Jennifer Hudson were found shot dead Friday at a South Side home, and police were seeking a missing child who is the nephew of the singer and Oscar-winning actress. “We can confirm that there is an ongoing investigation concerning the deaths of Jennifer Hudson’s mother, Darnell Donerson, and her brother, Jason Hudson,” Hudson’s personal publicist, Lisa Kasteler, said in a statement. “No further comment will be made and the family has asked that their privacy be respected at this difficult time”.

Authorities would not confirm the identity of Julian King’s parents, but family friends said he is Julia Hudson’s son. There was no immediate word on the identity of the boy’s father. Jennifer Hudson’s personal publicist, Lisa Kasteler, said the family wanted privacy. She did not immediately respond to messages seeking comment Saturday.

Our condolences and prayers go out to Jennifer Hudson and her entire family. We all pray for the child to be reported as a safe return.