Jennifer Hudson's Mother and Brother Found Dead

In sad news, Jennifer Hudson's mother was shot and killed earlier today. (New Line Cinema Image)"]

Tragically, Jennifer Hudson's mother was shot and killed today in Chicago. The singer/actress has not yet released a statement, but TMZ is reporting that Hudson's brother was also killed.

TMZ reports: "We're told the two bodies were found dead on the scene at 2:44 PM. When the fire department arrived and discovered the bodies, police were brought in and the home was declared a crime scene."

They also report that her 7-year-old nephew was taken from the scene and police are now looking for a 1994 white Suburban with the license plate X584859.