Here’s a juicy behind-the-scenes drama that’s got everyone talking: Why did Mariah Carey skip Jennifer Hudson’s iconic ‘Spirit Tunnel’ trend? It’s a question that’s sparked curiosity, debate, and even a bit of shade—especially from Andy Cohen. But here’s where it gets controversial: Cohen insists it’s all about the lighting, while Hudson and others are quick to defend their setup. Let’s dive in.
During a recent episode of Watch What Happens Live, Andy Cohen couldn’t resist poking fun at Jennifer Hudson’s ‘Spirit Tunnel,’ a viral trend featured on The Jennifer Hudson Show. Cohen, who swapped seats with Mariah Carey during her October 1 visit to the Bravo Clubhouse, speculated that Carey avoided the tunnel due to ‘bad lighting.’ He even went as far as to say, ‘She hates bad lighting. She’s very open about it. That’s a fluorescent-lit hallway.’
But Hudson wasn’t having it. She fired back, ‘We have good lighting at The Jennifer Hudson Show! MC has control over all lighting, so that can’t be it.’ And this is the part most people miss: Laverne Cox, who had previously participated in the trend, chimed in to defend the lighting. ‘It is [well-lit],’ Cox said. ‘I did it. I’m Black and the lighting was sickening.’ Hudson added that Carey even ‘brings her own light,’ a nod to the diva’s legendary attention to detail.
Despite the pushback, Cohen doubled down on his theory. ‘I mean, it’s a hallway,’ he quipped, seemingly unconvinced. But the real reason Carey skipped the trend? Hudson remained tight-lipped, nervously replying, ‘Mariah wouldn’t want me to say. She can do whatever she wants.’ Cox echoed this sentiment, stating, ‘Mariah has earned the right to do whatever she wants.’
But here’s the bigger question: Is it really about the lighting, or is there something more at play? Could it be that Carey simply didn’t feel the trend aligned with her brand? Or maybe she just wasn’t in the mood? And this is where it gets even more intriguing—why do we feel entitled to know every detail about celebrities’ decisions?
Hudson’s response sums it up beautifully: ‘We just want to simply celebrate you.’ Whether you participate in the trend or not, the focus is on creating a positive experience for guests. But let’s be real—the speculation is half the fun. So, what do you think? Is Cohen right about the lighting, or is there more to the story? Let’s debate it in the comments!
