The superstar singer and actress's publicist, Kristin Foster, broke the news of Houston's passing to the AP. She was found and pronounced dead at the Beverly Hills Hilton on Saturday afternoon; thus far, no cause of death has been revealed. In recent years, she struggled with drug abuse.
Her self-titled debut album, released in 1985, sold 25 million copies worldwide. In total, she released seven albums and three film soundtracks; a winner of six Grammys, Houston sold over 200 million albums and singles worldwide. She earned 30 Billboard Awards, 22 American Music Awards and two Emmy Awards.
“I hate to say these words about my sister & friend R.I.P To the Great Whitney Houston you will always be loved in this world!! #Deans,” said Swizz Beatz, who produced Whitney’s single “Million Dollar Bill.”
“I had the pleasure of knowing /wking w whitney. Known her 4 long time. My prayers r w/fam, robyn, bob, ect.. RIP whitney “THEVOICE,” Q-Tip tweeted.
“Smh… She was GREAT… I’m tired of the “GREATS” passing b4 their time,” Royce Da 5’9 tweeted.
@Damn this a classic pic of Pac & Whitney http://t.co/lqlHDzP2 Heaven got all the greats!! #RIP,” The Outlawz tweeted.
“rip 2 a Legendary Diva, Icon, Mother & Friend Whitney Houston. 1 of the greatest voices ever. u will be truly missed. R.I.P Whitney Houston,” Timbaland tweeted.
Sources stated that a number of artists are scrambling to pull together a tribute for Whitney Houston at the Grammy Awards, which are slated to take place tomorrow (February 12).
Ironically, Clive Davis, who discovered Whitney Houston, is hosting his legendary pre-Grammy bash tonight, with Whitney Houston’s, ex, Ray J.
“Six-time GRAMMY® winner Whitney Houston was one of the world’s greatest pop singers of all time who leaves behind a robust musical soundtrack spanning the past three decades,” Neil Portnow President/CEO The Recording Academy/Grammy’s.
“Her powerful voice graced many memorable and award-winning songs. A light has been dimmed in our music community today, and we extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, fans and all who have been touched by her beautiful voice,” Portnow said.
The morning of the Grammys, the world should pause and pray for the memory of a gifted songbird,” Rev. Al Sharpton said.
Details are below:
February 12, 2012
8:00 a.m. Service
Second Baptist Church
Griffith Avenue
Los Angeles, California
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