Biography Season 21 Episode 21

Biography Season 21 Episode 21 Whitney Houston

  • October 18, 2007

In this episode of Biography, we delve deep into the life and career of the iconic singer Whitney Houston. From her early beginnings in Newark, New Jersey to achieving international fame, we discover the remarkable journey of one of the greatest singers of our time.

We explore her family background and the influence of her mother, singer Cissy Houston, on her passion for music. We also learn about Whitney's early career in modeling and acting, and how she eventually transitioned to a career in music.

Through exclusive interviews with family and friends, we gain insight into Whitney's personal struggles, including her complicated relationship with Bobby Brown and her battle with addiction. We also revisit some of her most iconic performances, including her performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the 1991 Super Bowl.

We hear from those who knew Whitney best, including her former manager and friend Clive Davis, who discovered her and helped launch her career. We learn about her musical genius and how she broke barriers for black women in the music industry.

Despite her tumultuous personal life, Whitney was a force to be reckoned with on stage, and we relive some of her most powerful performances, such as her rendition of "I Will Always Love You," which became one of the best selling singles of all time.

As we explore her legacy, we see the impact that Whitney had on the music industry and her fans around the world. We learn about her humanitarian work, including her support for anti-apartheid efforts and efforts to combat HIV/AIDS.

Through this episode of Biography, we gain a greater understanding of the complex and talented artist that was Whitney Houston. From her soaring vocals to her personal struggles, we honor her immense contributions to music history and her enduring legacy.

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Description
  • First Aired
    October 18, 2007
  • Language
    English