Welcome!

Jennifer Hudson's Nephew Missing -- Reward Issued

Etjulian_king

As if Jennifer Hudson's family wasn't suffering enough right now, her sister's son, Julian, 7, is missing.

An Amber Alert was issued for the boy on Friday, after Jennifer's mom and brother were found shot to death in their Chicago home. The current suspect for the murders is William Balfour, who is Jennifer sister's estranged husband. He is currently is in police custody for questioning, but no charges have been filed.

Jennifer and her family are offering a $100,000 reward for the safe return of Julian.

"Jennifer and her family appreciate the enormous amount of love, support and prayers they have received while she and her family try to cope with this tragedy and continue the search for Julian," said a statement from Jen's rep Lisa. It also offered a reward and asked the public to give any available information to the Chicago police. "We ask that all inquiries be directed to the Chicago Police Department, Area 1 Detective Division at 312/747-8380."

Keep them in your thoughts and let's hope this little boy gets home.

Chime In

What words of encouragement do you have for the Hudson family?

    Follow iVillage

    Advertisement

    Latest Gossip