Jennifer Hudson in Aretha tribute

Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson has unveiled the cover of her new album I Remember Me.

Photographed by long time Rihanna collaborator Anthony Mandler, the glamorous cover (below) showcases the diva’s newly slim figure in what appears to be Kylie’s Aphrodite dress.

The Dreamgirl has hinted that the album was influenced by the murder of three family members in a shooting and the birth of her first child.

“I’m excited about this album because it’s almost like a renewal for me, reflected through the chapters of my life,” Jennifer wrote on her website.

“My fans have been so loyal, I feel like they have been on this journey with me and I can’t wait for them to hear the new album.”

I Remember Me, set for release on March 22, will get a big push when Jen belts out her new single Where You At on Oprah later today.

She is also rumoured to be teaming up with Christina Aguilera for an Aretha Franklin tribute at next week’s Grammy awards ceremony.