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Flight Forced to Make Emergency Landing After Passenger Refused to Stop Singing Whitney Houston

Kat Lee — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:29:56 +0000

Sometimes you just feel the music. Everyone has had that moment in their car when they get a little too enthusiastic while belting out the tunes only to find your being watched by judgeful eyes in the vehicle next to you. One woman on a recent American Airlines flight out of Los Angeles just wanted [...]

Whitney Houston Was Murdered, According to Private Investigator

Jessica Sager — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 01:19:43 +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. New reports suggest that the ‘I Will Always Love You’ singer was actually murdered. Radar Online reports that private investigator Paul Huebl believes Houston [...]

Jennifer Hudson + Usher Honor Whitney Houston on Tribute Special

Trent Fitzgerald — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 19:12:37 +0000

R&B superstars Jennifer Hudson and Usher were among the singers and celebrities who paid tribute to Whitney Houston during the CBS special 'We Will Always Love You: A Grammy Salute to Whitney Houston,' which aired Friday (Nov. 16).

Whitney Houston's Daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown Announces Engagement

Trent Fitzgerald — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 19:45:00 +0000

After months of speculation, it appears that Whitney Houston‘s 19-year-old daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown is engaged to Nick Gordon, who is often referred to as Whitney’s godson. The E! Network unveiled a promo of the Lifetime reality show ‘The Houstons: On Our Own,’ in which Bobbi nervously giggles, “We’re engaged!” In the next scene, we [...]

Young Girl Sings 'I Will Always Love You' On A Grocery Store Karaoke Machine [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 21:33:35 +0000

You just never know where you will find talent in the music industry. It could be at a singing competition, a festival or as in this young lady's case---at a grocery store. Watch as this young girl performs one of the most difficult songs to sing, Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You."

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Jordin Sparks Shows Off Figure on Redbook Cover, Talks Whitney Houston

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:00:13 +0000

Jordin Sparks covers the September issue of Redbook, showing off her famously fit figure. Sparks’ dramatic weight loss has been much-discussed in the press, but it’s a positive thing, since she looks terrific, especially in that sparkly, sequined peach mini skirt. More importantly, she’s healthy! The ‘Sparkle’ singer/actress also spoke about her co-star and idol Whitney Houston.

Jordin Sparks 'Felt the Pressure' for Whitney Houston Tribute at 2012 Billboard Music Awards

Jessica Sager — Tue, 22 May 2012 12:15:34 +0000

Jordin Sparks knocked her tribute to Whitney Houston out of the park when she performed Nippy’s signature song, ‘I Will Always Love You’ at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards. She sang so beautifully that it seemed almost effortless, but don’t let those pipes fool ya — she worked hard!

New Whitney Houston Song 'Celebrate' Feat. Jordin Sparks Hits the Internet

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 21 May 2012 16:36:03 +0000

After Whitney Houston was honored at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday (May 20), Ryan Seacrest premiered on his radio show Monday (May 21) the pop icon’s last song she recorded before her untimely death. The song is titled ‘Celebrate’ and it features Jordin Sparks.

Did Whitney Houston Have an Affair With Michael Jackson?

Jessica Sager — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:45:18 +0000

File this one under rumors we’re taking with a huge grain of salt. The same guy who claims to be the biological father of Blanket now claims that Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston were once romantically involved.

Whitney Houston's Daughter Gets Stoned [VIDEO]

Brad Striker — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:37:51 +0000

We know death is a horrible event in a family, but since her mother's passing, Bobbi Kristina Brown has been out of control in the drug scene. No matter how much hurt you have from the passing of a loved one, you should never turn to the extreme drug and party scene....it can make for some bad publicity.

Bobbi Kristina to Have Reality Show

Jessica Sager — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:22:23 +0000

Bobbi Kristina Brown is on her way to recovering since the shocking death of her mother, Whitney Houston, in February. The 19-year-old reportedly has a reality show in the works documenting her life since Houston’s passing. Radar Online reports that Bobbi Kristina’s series is risky, in part because it will showcase her life with adopted [...]

Whitney Houston Autopsy: Singer Found Face Down With Bloody Nose

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 01:33:24 +0000

Whitney Houston‘s final autopsy report has been published and more sad and tragic details have emerged. While the death was ruled an accident, it was also revealed that the singer was found face down in the bathtub of her Los Angeles hotel room, with a “bloody purge” coming from her nose. Houston died on Feb. 11, 2012.

Rihanna Says She Would Love to Play Whitney Houston in a Biopic

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:10:28 +0000

Since the untimely death of Whitney Houston, rumors have been circulating online that a biopic on the late singer was in the works. Although Houston’s mentor Clive Davis has vehemently denied that a movie was in development, it doesn’t hurt to dream. Rihanna has certainly thought about it.

Beverly Hills Police to Close Whitney Houston Case in a Couple of Weeks

Trent Fitzgerald — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 19:32:13 +0000

Despite the news that Whitney Houston died as a result of an accidental drowning and that there was cocaine in her system, police say the report doesn’t raise issues to further expand their criminal investigation, reports the Los Angeles Times.

Whitney Houston Official Cause of Death is Accidental Drowning, Cocaine Found in System at Time of Death

Jessica Sager — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 21:56:27 +0000

The official cause of the untimely and tragic death of Whitney Houston has been revealed. The legendary vocalist’s coroner’s report lists her official cause of death as “drowning and effects of atherosclerotic heart disease and cocaine use.” When her body was discovered, Houston’s face was underwater, while her legs were up, as if she slid [...]

Whitney Houston's Mother Disapproves of Bobbi Kristina's 'Brotherly' Romance

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:46:11 +0000

There’s more drama coming down the pike for Bobbi Kristina and her reported boyfriend, Nick Gordon, who just so happens to be her late mother Whitney Houston‘s unofficially “adopted” son. We know, we know, what a tangled mess. Allegedly, Houston’s mother and BK’s grandmother, gospel singer Cissy Houston, is not happy about the PDA-filled romance between the two.

Bobbi Kristina Brown Wants to Change Her Name, Wants No Relationship With Bobby Brown

Jessica Sager — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:20:48 +0000

Bobbi Kristina Brown has had an understandably difficult time dealing with the shocking and untimely death of her mother, Whitney Houston. Following Houston’s passing last month, Bobby Brown reportedly attempted to reach out to his daughter, but Bobbi Kristina and Houston’s family were said to be pushing him away.

Jessica Sanchez Performs "I Will Always Love You" On American Idol [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 16:30:53 +0000

Sixteen Year Old Jessica Sanchez became a "household name" overnight after she performed "I Will Always Love You" on American Idol. The young lady in her small frame took on the challenge to perform one of the most difficult songs to sing, and she did before an national viewing audience.

Whitney Houston's Relatives Demand Coroner Launch Murder Investigation

Jessica Sager — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:30:24 +0000

Just when you thought the Whitney Houston drama was winding down, TMZ reports that callers and emailers claiming to be relatives of the late legend are demanding the coroner’s office launch a murder investigation on the case.

Whitney Houston Was in Millions of Dollars of Debt at Time of Death

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 21:00:58 +0000

No wonder Whitney Houston‘s family sold footage of her funeral to the media and claimed it was for the financial benefit of Houston’s only child, daughter Bobbi Kristina.