Hilary Duff joins The Jennifer Hudson Show on Wednesday, May 20 and opens up about returning to music after 10 years. She gets candid about the fear, vulnerability, and personal growth that inspired this new chapter, as well as the pressure of performing in front of friends and family. Hilary also shares what it’s been like relearning her classic hits, stepping back onstage, and bringing fans up to dance during her live shows.

The mom of four gets candid about the beautiful chaos of motherhood, growing up in the spotlight, and why “Lizzie McGuire” still connects with fans decades later. She opens up about navigating motherhood while living in the public eye, getting “cool points” with her kids and the reality of trying to balance it all. Hilary also touches on her relationship with fame, the pressure of being famous since childhood, and how it continues to shape her perspective. She shares why so many people still see themselves in Lizzie McGuire, and how the character became a comforting reminder that it’s okay to grow, stumble, and figure things out along the way.

Hilary also gets candid about stepping outside her comfort zone for her stunning Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover. She opens up about overcoming self-doubt, embracing confidence at every stage of life, and why saying “yes” to scary opportunities can lead to your most empowering moments.

Plus, Hilary answers superfan questions and shares her first celebrity crush to the one thing she does that drives her family crazy. She also reveals the iconic Michelle Pfeiffer moment in “Grease 2” that inspired her to become a pop star!