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Whitney Houston

Actress

Whitney Houston

  • Born: 9 August 1963, Newark, New Jersey, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $20 million

Whitney Houston was an American singer and actress known for her powerful voice and emotive performances. She starred in iconic films such as 'The Bodyguard' and 'Waiting to Exhale.' Houston's career spanned several decades, earning her numerous awards and…

About Whitney Houston

Whitney Houston was an American singer and actress known for her powerful voice and emotive performances. She starred in iconic films such as 'The Bodyguard' and 'Waiting to Exhale.' Houston's career spanned several decades, earning her numerous awards and accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards. Her remarkable vocal talent and charismatic presence left an indelible mark on the music and film industries.

Born
9 August 1963, Newark, New Jersey, USA
Died
11 February 2012
Known for
Acting
Height
5 ft 4 in (1.63 m)
Spouses
Bobby Brown (1992-2007)
Children
1, Bobby Kristina Brown
Parents
John Russell Houston Jr., Cissy Houston
Estimated net worth
$20 million

Fun facts about Whitney Houston

  • Whitney Houston's rendition of the national anthem at Super Bowl XXV in 1991 is one of the most celebrated performances in history.
  • Houston was the first woman to achieve two simultaneous Billboard Hot 100 number one singles.

Famous Whitney Houston quotes

“And I will always love you”
The Bodyguard, 1992
“I look to you”
I Look to You, 2009
“You give good love”
Whitney Houston: The Greatest Hits, 2009

Whitney Houston filmography

Cast (105)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026Remembering Dolly: A Rhinestone Life MovieSelf (archive footage)9.0
2026Dolly: An NBC News Special MovieSelf (archive footage)8.0
2026Dolly Parton: An American Original - Special Edition of 20/20 MovieSelf (archive footage)9.0
2025Sean Combs: The Reckoning TVSelf (archive footage)7.3
2024Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) MovieSelf (archive footage)7.7
2024Whitney Houston Born to Sing MovieSelf (archive footage)
2023I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston MovieSelf (archive footage)10.0
2023Commitment to Life MovieSelf (archive footage)
2022Il était une fois Champs-Élysées TVSelf (archive footage)6.5
2022Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody MovieSelf (archive footage)7.0
Show 95 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
20222022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony MovieSelf (archive footage)8.2
2022Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL MovieSelf (archive footage)
2022Cinderella: The Reunion, A Special Edition of 20/20 MovieSelf (archive footage)7.8
2022George Michael: Freedom Uncut MovieSelf (archive footage)7.3
2022Biography: Bobby Brown TVSelf (archive footage)7.0
2022Whitney, a Look Back MovieSelf (archive footage)10.0
2021You're Watching Video Music Box MovieSelf (archive footage)6.4
2021Dionne Warwick: Don't Make Me Over MovieSelf (archive footage)6.5
2021Superstar TVSelf (archive footage)5.7
2021Fame Kills: Whitney Houston MovieSelf (archive footage)
2021This Is Pop TVSelf (archive footage)5.9
2021Whitney Houston & Bobbi Kristina: Didn't We Almost Have It All MovieSelf (archive footage)8.7
2021Whitney Houston: As I Am MovieSelf8.0
2021Whitney Houston at the BBC MovieSelf(archive footage)7.0
2020The BRITs at 40 MovieSelf (archive footage)
201990s Divas: Whitney, Mariah, Céline MovieSelf (archive footage)4.9
2018Whitney MovieSelf (archive footage)7.3
2018Whitney Houston: Close Up MovieSelf
2018Whitney: The Last Great Diva MovieSelf (archive footage)
2017The True Story of... TVSelf (archive footage)8.3
2017Whitney: Can I Be Me MovieSelf (archive footage)6.6
2016Freedom : La Story de George Michael MovieSelf (archive footage)
2016Do I Look Like a Lady? (Comedians and Singers) MovieSelf (archive footage)
2016Night Flight: Born Again MovieSelf
2015Four Falls of Buffalo MovieSelf (archive footage)7.7
2014Whitney Houston Live: Her Greatest Performances MovieSelf7.7
2012The Houstons Remember Whitney MovieSelf
2012Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody MovieSelf - Vocals4.0
2012Sparkle MovieEmma6.3
2012Whitney Houston: We Will Always Love You MovieSelf (archive footage)7.3
2012Whitney Houston - The Greatest Love Of All MovieSelf
2012Always Whitney Houston MovieSelf (archive footage)9.0
2012Whitney Houston: The Woman Behind the Voice MovieSelf
2011Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon MovieSelf8.1
2009O Melhor do Flash Back - 92 Clipes Para Recordar MovieSelf (archive footage)
2006George Michael - Twenty Five MovieSelf7.3
2006Web Junk 20 TVUnknown character9.3
2005The Reichen Show TVSelf4.8
2005Being Bobby Brown TVSelf8.7
2005WHITNEY HOUSTON - Live (Norfolk - USA) MovieSelf
2004Retro Video Collection 1975-1999 vol3 Movieself7.0
2004Nora's Hair Salon MovieWhitney Houston7.9
2003101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment MovieSelf (archive footage)5.0
2002VH1: Divas Las Vegas MovieSelf - Performer7.0
2002It's Black Entertainment MovieSelf8.7
2001A New Princess MovieSelf8.1
2001Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration MovieSelf8.0
2000Whitney Houston - The Ultimate Collection MovieSelf (archive footage)8.0
2000Boston Public TVSelf7.6
2000Arista Records' 25th Anniversary Celebration MovieSelf7.0
2000Whitney Houston: The Greatest Hits MovieSelf / Self - Various6.7
1999VH1 Divas Live 2: An Honors Concert for VH1's Save the Music MovieSelf - Performer6.9
1999Heartbreak Hotel MovieWhitney Houston6.8
1998The Prince of Egypt MovieThe Balladeer (voice) (uncredited)7.3
1997Cinderella MovieFairy Godmother6.6
1997Scratch the Surface MovieSelf8.0
1997Classic Whitney: Live from Washington, D.C. MovieSelf10.0
1996The Preacher's Wife MovieJulia Biggs5.8
1996E! True Hollywood Story TVUnknown character8.1
1995Waiting to Exhale MovieSavannah6.2
1995Whitney Houston Live in Brunei Movieself7.0
1995The Music Biz TVSelf
1994Whitney Houston Live in Johannesburg 1994 MovieSelf
1992The Bodyguard MovieRachel Marron6.7
1992Whitney Houston: This is My Life MovieSelf - Host6.0
1991Welcome Home Heroes with Whitney Houston MovieSelf8.5
1991Whitney Houston: Live in Concert MovieSelf7.5
1991Whitney Houston - Live at the Yokohama Arena, Japan MovieSelf
1991The Star Spangled Basher MovieSelf (archive footage)
1990The Word TVUnknown character6.0
1990Sammy Davis, Jr. 60th Anniversary Celebration MovieSelf8.7
1989MTV Rockumentary TVSelf7.0
1988Nase vorn TVSelf8.0
1988Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul MovieSelf
1988Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute MovieSelf6.5
1988The Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Concert MovieSelf10.0
1987Sacrée soirée TVSelf5.7
1987Superstars and their Moms MovieSelf10.0
1987Kids' Choice Awards TVSelf - Host8.8
1986Barbra Streisand: One Voice MovieSelf (Interviewee)7.6
1986An All-Star Celebration Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. MovieUnknown character
1986Women in Rock MovieSelf7.0
1984MTV Video Music Awards TVSelf7.8
1982Wogan TVSelf5.6
1982Champs-Elysées TVSelf6.8
1981Entertainment Tonight TVSelf4.3
1981Wetten, dass..? TVSelf5.6
1977The BRIT Awards TVSelf10.0
1975Saturday Night Live TVSelf - Musical Guest6.9
1964Top of the Pops TVSelf6.6
1962The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson TVSelf7.6
1959The Grammys TVSelf8.6
1953The Oscars TVSelf7.1
1948Bambi TVSelf9.0
TBAWhitney Houston: Live in Rio MovieSelf

Crew (12)

YearTitleRoleRating
2009Glee TVIn Memory Of · Crew6.8
2006The Cheetah Girls 2 MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.3
2005Dancing with the Stars TVThanks · Crew6.2
2004The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement MovieProducer · Production6.7
2003The Cheetah Girls MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.1
Show 7 more credits
YearTitleRoleRating
2001The Princess Diaries MovieProducer · Production7.0
1997Cinderella MoviePresenter · Crew6.6
1997Cinderella MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.6
1997Classic Whitney: Live from Washington, D.C. MovieExecutive Producer · Production10.0
1997The Wonderful World of Disney TVExecutive Producer · Production6.9
1995Whitney Houston Live in Brunei MovieDirector · Directing7.0
1992The Bodyguard MovieTheme Song Performance · Sound6.7

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Questions about Whitney Houston

What are Whitney Houston's most famous songs?

Whitney Houston's most famous songs include 'I Will Always Love You,' 'Greatest Love of All,' and 'I Wanna Dance with Somebody.' These tracks showcase her incredible vocal ability and have become timeless classics.

Did Whitney Houston win any Grammy Awards?

Yes, Whitney Houston won a total of six Grammy Awards throughout her career, including Record of the Year for 'I Will Always Love You.' Her influence on music is celebrated through these prestigious accolades.

What was Whitney Houston's first film?

Whitney Houston made her acting debut in the film 'The Bodyguard' in 1992. Her performance alongside Kevin Costner helped launch her successful film career.

What is Whitney Houston's estimated net worth?

Whitney Houston's estimated net worth was around $20 million at the time of her passing. Her wealth was derived from her music sales, acting roles, and various endorsements.

How many children did Whitney Houston have?

Whitney Houston had one daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, whom she had with her ex-husband Bobby Brown. Bobbi Kristina was born in 1993.

What legacy did Whitney Houston leave behind?

Whitney Houston's legacy includes her groundbreaking contributions to music and film, inspiring countless artists. Her powerful voice and memorable songs continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.

What are some of Whitney Houston's filmography highlights?

Some highlights of Whitney Houston's filmography include 'The Bodyguard' (1992), 'Waiting to Exhale' (1995), and 'The Preacher's Wife' (1996). These films showcased her talent as both an actress and singer.

What was Whitney Houston's impact on pop music?

Whitney Houston had a profound impact on pop music, influencing many artists with her vocal style and performance techniques. She helped to redefine the role of female artists in the industry.