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Brandy on Whitney Houston’s Death: “My Heart Is Destroyed”

By Us Weekly | Stop The Presses! – Mon, 13 Feb, 2012 5:26 PM EST

Whitney Houston, Brandy Us WeeklyBrandy spent the evening of her 33rd birthday in tears.

Earlier that afternoon, the singer and actress' longtime inspiration and mentor Whitney Houston passed away suddenly at the age of 48. Though Brandy attended Clive Davis' annual pre-Grammys bash, the somber star told Us Weekly she "really wanted to perform" that night, "but I'm in a bad space right now."

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On Monday, Brandy decided to publicly pay tribute to the six-time Grammy Award winner. "My heart is destroyed. I lost my idol and dear friend. My prayers go out to Whitney's family and her millions of fans around the world," Brandy told Us in a statement. "Whitney -- the greatest voice of all time -- you are my angel and I will always and forever love you."

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The two women starred in the mega-successful TV remake of  Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella in 1997; it was the No. 1 program of the week, with more than 60 million viewers.

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Houston's body is expected to be flown back east for a rumored funeral in Newark, New Jersey, where she was born in 1963. The "So Emotional" singer is believed to have overdosed on a lethal combination of prescription pills and alcohol in her Beverly Hilton hotel room. She is survived by her daughter, Bobbi Kristina, 18, and her mother, Cissy.

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83 comments

  • LaKeshia
    LaKeshia  •  Conroe, United States  •  3 months ago
    I cant believe or even understand what has happend....when I was lil watching her on the preacher's wife and cinderella she was magical and I thought I want her to be my fairly godmother. I thought people like that never died and I never thought she would. I loved the way she sings it brings joy to my heart and when she hit those notes chills ran down my spine. I am fighting back tears I didnt know Ms. Houston personally but she was human just like me and sang like a godess. It really hard to believe that she is gone man but you know what My Fairly Godmother lives on in my heart and your too. So don't cry she wouldn't want us to do that....sing a song of happiness because she is in a better place. Rest In Peace Ms. Whitney Houston gone but NEVER forgotten.
    • Sandy
      Sandy 3 months ago
      We all r hurt behind Whitney's death and this is understanding n the eyes of God for the Bible tell's us how Jesus wept, Please read your Bible for we r born to die remember this world is not our home , we r jus passing thru for there is another side we shall enter into one day so this is why God say we must get our house in ORDER............. regarless of your voice or money we have to give an account to God in how we live our lives in other words i am sayn We can't put God on the back burnner He must be Acknowledged at all times regarless of who u r ? U must put him at the four front God said in his word that he will Not have No one or anything before him, We must seek God in all things Matthew 6:33 , when we put GOD ON THE BACK BURRNER, THEN JOHN 10:10 COMES IN, So watch at all times because he is out there seeking who he can Devour! The is why God say be not Decieved! PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ YOUR BIBLE FOR THE BIBLE IS A MIRROW..................................................................................Our Hearts goes out to her daughter and family so please let her be at Peace now and we dnt know what she talked with God abt before she went home, IT was between her and Jehovah! We thank him for the time he did give us with her! Amen!!!! and we Pray for God's Strength for the family,Amen!!!
    • Pamela
      Pamela 3 months ago
      Well said.
  • Lois
    Lois  •  Edmond, United States  •  3 months ago
    Rest in peace dearest Whitney.
  • Libby
    Libby  •  San Antonio, United States  •  3 months ago
    Don't list dating as they were friends.........................If there was a romantic relationship or friends with benefits relationship then that was there's. She was gorgeous and any man of any age would see here as beautiful. Let's give her respect now...............biggest lose to the world. What an inspiration............etc. etc...............Very sad to lose her..............My heart goes out to her daughter and family as I know this is painful at this time. It appears to be an accident of taking a medication that didn't mix with alcohol. I think she was trying to relax with a glass of wine or other and the 2 didn't mix and unfortunately relaxed too much as to drown.
    We love you Whitney.....................
  • Darlene
    Darlene  •  Bethel Park, United States  •  3 months ago
    The article says she is survived by her daughter Bobbi and her mother....... what about her brothers, Gary and Michael? Geez, you would think whoever wrote the article might know that!
  • Sandi
    Sandi  •  Walterboro, United States  •  3 months ago
    I have nothing but respect for late Whitney Houston. Her voice was beautiful, yes, that of an angel. May she rest in peace, and may her family find solice in the years they had with her. AND truly who gives a flying flip how she died, the fact is that she is gone and now her family needs to heal. God Bless you all.
    • se7en
      se7en 3 months ago
      I agree Sandi !
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      The Truth 3 months ago
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    • NATALIE
      NATALIE 3 months ago
      I AGREE ASWELL WITH U SANDI, SHE WAS AN AMAZING SINGER AND WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. WE ARE NOT PERFECT AND EVERYONE HAS SKELETONS IN THE CLOSET BUT THAT DOES NOT MAKE US BAD PEOPLE. SOOOO IF YOU DONT KNOW WHAT HAPPEN PLEASE DONT COMMENT .... LET HER FAMILY AND FRIEND HEAL WITH OUT ALL THE NEGATIVATY. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE, GOD BLESS THE HOUSTON AND BROWN FAMILY .
  • Lisa
    Lisa  •  3 months ago
    She had such an ammazing voice. Even in her death I will continue to play her songs. May your soul be in peace Ms. Houston.
  • lurlyne
    lurlyne  •  Minneapolis, United States  •  3 months ago
    My heart goes out to her daughter and Mom. She is truly a legend that will never die!!!! She is now singing in the heavens.
  • musclecar61
    musclecar61  •  Loretto, United States  •  3 months ago
    Terrible loss my prayers go out to the family and friends. So tragic to see such a tallent lost.
  • LagunaBeBe
    LagunaBeBe  •  3 months ago
    Heartbreaking for everyone envolved.... R.I.P Whitney. Prayers for your family....
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  • Raven
    Raven  •  Lake Charles, United States  •  3 months ago
    gone but never will she be forgotten..love you whitney!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • Independent lady
    Independent lady  •  Dallas, United States  •  3 months ago
    What a loss, a great person, an amazing voice, she didn't have to booty shake it or drop it, she gave me goose bumps with every note she sang.....truely an Angel. R.I.E.P-"Tell me where do broken hearts Go"......Cause mine needs to be fixed........
  • tomtom
    tomtom  •  Pittsburgh, United States  •  3 months ago
    The DRUGS are killing off some of our best talent,what a shame!
    • US Lass
      US Lass 3 months ago
      That has been going on for decades.
  • Darlene
    Darlene  •  Tampa, United States  •  3 months ago
    She was Beautiful and had a allsome voice her beauty remined me of Marilyn Monroe. She will be missed.
  • Str8 Nutty
    Str8 Nutty  •  Elmhurst, United States  •  3 months ago
    its a true shame, God has bigger plans for Whitney, Thanks Whitney for all that you have contributed to the world and your beautiful voice will be well missed!
  • Marcia
    Marcia  •  Washington, United States  •  3 months ago
    ALL YOU ALL WITH YOUR NEGATIVITY SHOULD JUST LEAVE WELL ENOUGH ALONE THE RUDE AND MEAN COMMENTS THAT YOU LEAVE ARE VERY HARSH AND UNACCEPTABLE, PLEASE STOP MAKING SNIDE REMARKS ABOUT A PERSON YOU KNOW NOTHING ABOUT. CAUSE YOU CAN NEVER FULL WHITNEY'S SHOES. NO ONE KNOWS WHAT SHE WAS GOING THOUGH OR HOW SHE WAS FEELING AT THE TIME OF HER DEMISE. SO KEPT YOUR OPINIONS TO YOURSELF AND EVEN IF YOU HAVE THE FACT KEEP THEM TO YOURSELF CAUSE MANY OF US DON'T WANT TO KNOW WHAT YOU THINK HAPPENED WE DON'T CARE WHAT YOU THINK WHEN IT COMES DOWN TO WHITNEY HOUSTON. STOP BARKING UP THE WRONG TREE. BE THOUGHTFUL OF THE DEVASTATION OF HER DAUGHTER. PLEASE I URGE ALL NEGATIVE PEOPLE TO JUST LEAVE WELL ENOUGH ALONE.
  • Anne
    Anne  •  3 months ago
    I am sure it is incredibly tough of Brandy to lose her dear friend to such sudden tragedy. Brandy is so highly appreciated for her gift, and her lasting contribution to music as well as for being a supporter of Whitney Houston. I hope the media will respect Brandy's right to honor and to pay tribute to her dear friend, Whitney Houston.
  • BernardFlora
    BernardFlora  •  Washington, United States  •  3 months ago
    Rest in JESUS CHRIST, my dear lil' sister! We will always love you!!!!
  • Carmelia
    Carmelia  •  Akron, United States  •  3 months ago
    R.I.P Whitney you are loved and truly missed
  • Annshirley
    Annshirley  •  Frederick, United States  •  2 months ago
    A great talent lost.may she rest in peace,my prayers go to the surviving families.
  • Darrin
    Darrin  •  Tampa, United States  •  3 months ago
    I met Whitney Houston at the Orlando Airport in the mid 1990's. I asked her for her autograph. Whitney was very nice and friendly. she gave me her autograph. I will never forget her.
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