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Jordin Sparks performs at children's hospital

Written by . Published: June 29 2012

Singer Jordin Sparks cheered up sick children in a Memphis, Tennessee hospital last week by staging a surprise show.


The former American Idol winner visited St. Jude Children's Research Hospital on Friday and performed a 90-minute set for patients and their families.


Sparks sang a number of her own hits and even previewed a track from her upcoming movie musical Sparkle, before taking time to visit youngsters on the wards.


In a post on her Twitter.com page, she writes, "I had a great time performing 4 (for) St Jude patients & their families... What an inspiring group of kids!"

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