The Keely Hudson Show
Date of Award
Spring 5-8-2026
Abstract
This novel excerpt explores the intersection of Christianity, celebrity culture, and authenticity. It is contemporary literary piece centered on Keely Hudson, a nineteen-year-old Christian pop singer navigating the contradictions of fame, faith, and performance. It explores evangelical culture without reducing it to apologetics or satire, and talks about how identity and branding can commodify the intensely personal experience of faith.
Advisor
Dr. Jennifer Buentello
Committee Member 1
Dr. Susan Finch
Committee Member 2
Dr. Gary McDowell
Department
English, Department of
College
Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, College of
Document Type
Metadata Only
Degree
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Degree Level
Master's
Degree Grantor
Belmont University
Recommended Citation
Velasquez, Layla, "The Keely Hudson Show" (2026). English Creative Writing Theses. 7.
https://repository.belmont.edu/english_creative_theses/7
