Kate Hudson as Claire SardinaFocus Features / Courtesy Everett Collection Tap Here To Add Us Weekly As A Trusted Source Add as a preferred source on Google Kate Hudson's Song Sung Blue performance has received mixed reactions ahead of the 2026 Oscars. The musical drama puts the spotlight on Wisconsin couple Claire and Mike Sardina, who founded the Neil Diamond tribute band, Lightning & Thunder. While Hudson's performance as Claire earned her a nomination for Best Actress at the 2026 Oscars, one member of the Sardina family has been outspoken about his disapproval for the project.