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Whitney Houston Was Murdered, According to Private Investigator

Jessica Sager — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 13:19:43 +0000

Just when the world was beginning to accept and move on from the death of pop legend Whitney Houston, new details about her passing are emerging -- and they aren't pretty.

Listen to Whitney Houston's 'Never Give Up'

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 01:59:34 +0000

Whitney Houston continues to inspire people long after her untimely death on her new single, 'Never Give Up.' The uplifting tune, produced by Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox, will appear on the greatest-hits collection, 'I Will Always Love You: The Best of Whitney Houston.'

Listen To The Whitney Houston 911 Call

Chris Callaway — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:22:57 +0000

The Whitney Houston 911 call has been released. It was made by a member of the Beverly Hilton security team. He tells the operator, “I’m not sure if she fell or if she was in the bathroom with the water.” He also tells her that it was an “irate woman” who called the security office [...]

Whitney Houston's Death Ruled an Accidental Drowning

Tony Kerns — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 22:23:02 +0000

The L.A. County Department of the coroner has released the official cause of death for Whitney Houston. According to the report released earlier today, the musical icon’s death has been ruled an accidental drowning combined with “effects of atherosclerotic heart disease and cocaine use.” The coroner’s report also indicates that Houston had ingested cocaine prior [...]

'Glee' Planning Whitney Houston Tribute

Bobby Roberts — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 16:40:24 +0000

According to reports, ‘Glee’ will be working on an episode that celebrates the music of Whitney Houston. The FOX show is planning to film an episode containing eight of her most popular songs. Ace Showbiz hints that the episode will center around McKinley High School’s graduation. The students will be having a hard time saying goodbye to each other.

Jessica Sanchez Captivates America with 'I Will Always Love You' on American Idol [VIDEO]

Aaron Galloway — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 04:16:38 +0000

Wednesday night (March 7) the remaining six girl contestants on American Idol paid tribute to the late great Whitney Houston, and Jessica Sanchez evoked a standing ovation from the judges with her performance of 'I Will Always Love You'. As Jessica finished her amazing rendition of the song, an ecstat

National Enquirer Rep Calls Whitney Houston Open Casket Pic 'Beautiful'

Jeff Giles — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 21:07:37 +0000

If you’ve seen this week’s copy of the National Enquirer, you’re already aware of the fact that the tabloid rag devoted its cover to what it’s billing as the final photo of Whitney Houston — a shot, allegedly taken during Saturday’s memorial service, of the recently deceased singer in her casket. Unsurprisingly, the Enquirer’s decision has kicked up a controversy — and perhaps also unsurprisingly, they’re standing by their decision to publish the image.

Dancing 90-Year-Old Grandma Offers the Best Whitney Houston Tribute We've Seen

Don Deane — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:05:14 +0000

Tributes to Whitney Houston have been in no short supply ever since the pop diva died a week ago. But one of the best comes courtesy of 90-year-old dancing grandma Jeanne Harr. “‘I’m doing this in honor of the late Whitney Houston. It’s very hard to think of her being gone,” Harr says at the [...]

Whitney Houston Laid to Rest at Burial

Jessica Sager — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:17:53 +0000

Whitney Houston was buried today at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield, N.J. Houston was buried next to her father, John Russell Houston, who passed away in 2003. As we previously reported, Houston’s casket was heavily guarded leading up to the burial. TMZ noted that the burial was a private, family-only ceremony, much unlike Houston’s funeral yesterday [...]

Watch Alicia Keys Perform at Whitney Houston's Funeral

Jessica Sager — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 14:41:50 +0000

Alicia Keys paid a moving tribute to Whitney Houston at the late singer’s funeral yesterday (Feb. 18). Prior to her musical performance, Keys, visibly devastated by the loss Houston, offered some endearing anecdotes about her experiences with Houston during her tragically short life.

Whitney Houston's Funeral Features Performances by Alicia Keys, R. Kelly + More

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:10:43 +0000

Whitney Houston‘s three-hour funeral was aired on CNN and streamed online today (Feb. 18). While pop divas like Mariah Carey and Mary J. Blige were in attendance and the likes of Alicia Keys, R. Kelly and Stevie Wonder performed, it was still a traditional Baptist worship service at New Hope Baptist Church in Newark, N.J., where Houston was born.

At the beginning of the ceremony, the priest said, “We gonna have church today,” and that’s just what they had while celebrating the singer’s life and her immovable faith.

Whitney Houston Funeral to Stream Live on the Internet

Jeff Giles — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:28:07 +0000

All things considered, it’s highly unlikely that you received an invitation to Whitney Houston‘s funeral. However, you can still pay your respects when she’s laid to rest on Saturday, Feb. 18, and you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your chair. According to the Associated Press, Houston’s funeral service will be streamed live over the Internet via the AP’s official website.

How Whitney Houston Influenced My Life

Chris Callaway — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:13:43 +0000

I was shocked when it was announced Saturday night that Whitney Houston was gone. It's almost a surreal moment when people you listened to, or were big stars while you were growing up pass away. It really brings home the fact that life is indeed a gift and that you must make every moment count. That's a cliche', I know, but in this case, it seems really fitting.

Jennifer Hudson Honors Whitney Houston in 2012 Grammy Awards Tribute

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:58:39 +0000

Whitney Houston was mournfully remembered at the 54th annual Grammy Awards Sunday (Feb. 11) with an emotional performance by Jennifer Hudson. Houston, who was a six-time Grammy winner, shockingly passed away on Feb. 11 in her room at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

Whitney Houston's Cause of Death Inconclusive Due to Pending Toxicology Report

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 02:37:10 +0000

Medical examiners have finished performing the autopsy on Whitney Houston but couldn’t determined the cause of death. According to TMZ, results are inconclusive until a toxicologic report is completed, which usually takes four to six weeks.

Jennifer Hudson Breaks Down in Sobs During Whitney Houston Tribute Rehearsals

Jessica Sager — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 01:29:57 +0000

We’ve got to hand it to Jennifer Hudson: The girl can perform in the face of tragedy better than most. First she performed a stellar National Anthem following the horrific murders of her mother, brother and nephew.

Now, she’s stepping in to pay tribute to Whitney Houston at tonight’s Grammy ceremony — but it hasn’t been easy for the ‘Dream Girls’ star. She broke down in tears several times during rehearsals.

Kesha Tweets About Whitney Houston's Death Nearly 24 Hours Later

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 23:55:54 +0000

Kesha issued a heartfelt tweet about the death of Whitney Houston this afternoon. She posted: “i cannot even believe it. RIP Whitney. my love goes out to family+friends+her mourning fans. #speechless.” Simple enough, right? A reaction that mimicked the rest of the pop music universe, yes? No, not really.

'Plethora of Sedatives' Found in Whitney Houston's Room as Body Is Removed From Hotel

Jessica Sager — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:08:21 +0000

Whitney Houston‘s body was removed from the Beverly Hilton hotel this afternoon as reports swirled of the various prescription medications that were found in her room. Sources said that a number of different sedatives were in Houston’s room at the time of her death. Houston died yesterday, Feb. 11. She was found in her hotel [...]

Whitney Houston's Daughter Bobbi Kristina Rushed to Hospital

Jessica Sager — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:20:40 +0000

Whitney Houston‘s daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, was rushed to the hospital this afternoon. TMZ reports that Brown was taken to Cedars-Sinai hospital on a stretcher.Law enforcement said police and fire departments responded to a medical emergency, but would not comment on who was transported or what the specific medical reason was. Brown, 18, is [...]

Bobby Brown Cries Onstage When Hearing About Whitney Houston's Death

Jessica Sager — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 18:41:09 +0000

While the world mourns the death of Whitney Houston, her passing hit home especially hard for ex husband, Bobby Brown. Just hours after learning of Houston’s shocking and untimely passing, Brown broke down in tears onstage, dedicating his entire live performance to his former love and mother to their daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown.