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Oct 28, 2008, 12:40 GMT

Simon Cowell's Jennifer Hudson sympathy

Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul have expressed their sympathy for Jennifer Hudson. Simon Cowell was horrified at the news of Jennifer Hudson's family murders © Janet Mayer / PR Photos

Simon Cowell was horrified at the news of Jennifer Hudson's family murders © Janet Mayer / PR Photos

Simon Cowell was horrified at the news of Jennifer Hudson's family murders © Janet Mayer / PR PhotosThe 'American Idol' judges - who were on the panel when Jennifer made it into the top 12 of the US TV talent show in 2004 - were "horrified" when they heard the star's mother, brother and nephew had died following a gun attack on Friday (24.10.08).Simon said: "I was horrified when I heard the news. This is an appalling tragedy. My thoughts right now are with Jennifer, and her family."Paula added: "This is a horrific tragedy and my thoughts and prayers go out to Jennifer and her entire family. The time I had to get to know Jennifer and forge a wonderful friendship with her while she was on 'American Idol' was very special to me, and I personally can't imagine a greater loss for any family."It has also been revealed Jennifer, 27, "remained strong" when she identified the body of her seven-year-old nephew Julian yesterday (27.10.08).Sean Howard, a spokesperson for the medical examiner's office, said: "Jennifer entered the room with her head bowed but remained strong for her family. It was very clear she was the leader."She held hands with her family. It was obviously a very emotional moment."

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