Whitney Houston

About

Whitney Houston is an American singer, actress, and producer who has attained international success and acclaim. Her award-winning vocal talents earned her recognition as the "Queen of Pop", and she has six consecutive #1 albums and seven #1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Houston won numerous Oscars and Grammy Awards throughout her career.

Whitney Houston Timeline

1963

Whitney Houston is Born

On August 9, 1963, Whitney Elizabeth Houston was born in Newark, New Jersey.

1985

Sings for the 1st Time on Record

Houston sings background vocals on Chaka Khan's single "I'm Every Woman."

1985

Releases Self-Titled Debut Album

Releases her self-titled debut album which goes on to sell millions of copies and produce four #1 singles.

1992

Marries Bobby Brown

Houston marries R&B singer Bobby Brown on July 18, 1992.

1995

Receives Divorce from Bobby Brown

Houston and Brown's divorce is finalized after two years of marriage.

1998

Whitney's Greatest Hits Album Released

Houston releases her greatest hits compilation album, Whitney: The Greatest Hits.

2012

Whitney Houston Dies at Age 48

Houston is found dead in a Beverly Hills hotel room on February 11, 2012.

5 Interesting Facts about Whitney Houston

1. First African American Artist with a No. 1 Album

Whitney Houston was the first African American artist to have a No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with her second studio album, Whitney.

2. Record for Most Consecutive Weeks at No.

Whitney Houston has the record for most consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with her song “I Will Always Love You” staying there for 14 weeks.

3. Guinness World Record Holder

Whitney Houston set the Guinness World Record for having the most consecutive weeks spent in the US Top 40 with an incredible 86 weeks!

4. Grammy Award Winner

Whitney Houston has won a total of 6 Grammy Awards throughout her career, including Best Female Pop Vocal Performance and Album of the Year.

5. First Female Artist to Entertain at Super Bowl Half Time Show

In 2004, Whitney Houston became the first female artist to ever perform at a Super Bowl halftime show, singing a medley of some of her biggest hits.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Whitney Houston birthday?

Whitney Elizabeth Houston was an American R&B singer who was born on August 9, 1963 and died on February 11, 2012, making her 48 years old at the time of her death. She was best known for her amazing vocal range and for being one of the best selling music artists of all time, with over 200 million records sold worldwide.

What is the Net Worth of Whitney Houston?

Whitney Houston had an estimated net worth of $20M. She amassed her wealth from her success in the music industry and her work as an actress, producer, and model. Her earning came from albums and singles sales, endorsement deals, and movie & TV roles.