Whitney Houston

Whitney Elizabeth Houston (August 9, 1963 – February 11, 2012) was an American recording artist, actress, producer, and model. In 2009, the Guinness World Records cited her as the most-awarded female act of all-time. Houston was one of the world's best-selling music artists, having sold over 170 million albums, singles and videos worldwide. She released seven studio albums and three movie soundtrack albums, all of which have diamond, multi-platin... More

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  • Aug 9, 1963

Date of death:

  • Feb 11, 2012 (age 48 years)

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Also known as:

  • Whitney Elizabeth Houston,
  • Houston, Whitney

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  • Jul 18, 1992
  • Apr 24, 2007

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  • 1.727 m (5.666 ft )

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  • Feb 19, 2012

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  • 2012
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Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance Winners

Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song Nominees

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  • 80,000,000
  • 2011
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