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Whitney Houston Wax Figures Unveiled at Madam Tussauds

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 22:37:47 +0000

Madam Tussauds' wax museum unveiled four statues of the late, great Whitney Houston. The pop diva died a year ago -- Feb. 11 is the anniversary -- and the wax figures represent, commemorate and celebrate different eras of Houston's long and storied career and show off the various sides of her personality and style.

Did Bobby Brown Cry on the SoJO Morning Show? [AUDIO/VIDEO]

Tom Morgan — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 13:02:55 +0000

What is it something I said? I’ve seen R&B legend and reality TV star Bobby Brown get emotional on occasion, OK maybe more than just occasionally. I recently sat down with Bobby, and I did what I originally was set out to do, give Bobby a South Jersey Pop Quiz.’ If Bobby [...]

Jaw Dropping Rendition of Whitney Houston by Street Kid [VIDEO]

Marc D — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:25:27 +0000

Check out this Filipino street kid trying out for a karaoke competition in hopes of earning some money… Despite the shaking filming and idle chatter, you can really hear that this kid has got some pipes! How do you think he did??

More Details Emerging Behind Whitney Houston's Death

Tom Morgan — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:13:45 +0000

TMZ has obtained the final autopsy report for Whitney Houston yesterday. The final report stated that a “spoon with a white crystal-like substance on it” and a “white powdery substance” which was later tested and determined to be cocaine, was found in the hotel room where the pop icon died. The singer’s official cause [...]

Whitney Houston Cause Of Death Revealed

Tom Morgan — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 23:19:35 +0000

zennie62/flickr A coronor has confirmed the toxology results. The Houston family are happy for closure, but also very sad. According the coronor reports, and Yahoo! “Whitney Houston was a chronic cocaine user who had the drug in her system when she drowned in a hotel bathtub, coroner’s officials said Thursday after releasing autopsy findings that also noted [...]

Oprah Interview's Whitney Houston's Daughter – [VIDEO]

Tom Morgan — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:22:33 +0000

Last night, Oprah interviewed Whitney Houston’s daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown. This was the first television interview since Whitney’s death. According to TMZ, Bobbi Kristina Brown can’t stand her name … because of its association with her father Bobby Brown – and now, TMZ has learned, she wants to change it all together.

Idol Contestant Shines In Honor Of Whitney – [VIDEO]

Tom Morgan — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:42:30 +0000

Missed American Idol last night? Check out a contestant that could already be an early favorite! Her name is Jessica, and she sang her way to the next round with “I will always love you” by Whitney Houston.“

90 Year Old Grandma Dances To Whitney Houston – [VIDEO]

Tom Morgan — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:30:37 +0000

You might remember this 90-yr old Grandmother previously dancing to LMFAO. Now, as a tribute to the late Whitney Houston, the Grandma with the moves returns to dance to "I wanna dance with somebody"!

Kevin Costner's Speech At Whitney Houston's Funeral – [VIDEO]

Tom Morgan — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:30:05 +0000

Watch Kevin Costner, as he holds back tears remembering Whitney Houston. Whitney and Kevin were co-stars in The Bodyguard.

What Will Bobby Brown's Prerogative Be Reguarding Whitney's Funeral?

Rob Acampora — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 20:55:45 +0000

Bobby Brown has been placed into the spotlight for reasons he probably rather keep private under the circumstances. The ex-husband of the now departed Whitney Houston may now find himself in a no-win situation in the public eye, and among those who may have known him best. In a week that has seen the shocking [...]

Gov. Chris Christie Strongly Defends Lowering Flags For Whitney

Tom Morgan — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:03:06 +0000

We had a huge response/reaction to the announcement that all flags in New Jersey will be flown half-staffed in remembrance of Whitney Houston. According to Yahoo!, Christie stated that, Houston deserves the honor because of her huge cultural impact and as “a daughter of New Jersey.”"I am disturbed by people who believe that because her [...]

New Jersey Flags To Fly Half-Staff For Whitney Houston

Tom Morgan — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:31:41 +0000

Gov. Chris Christie announces that flags will be half-staffed on Saturday in honor of Whitney Houston. According to the Governor, Houston was a “cultural icon” who belongs in the same category in New Jersey music history as Frank Sinatra, Count Basie and Bruce Springsteen. Without a doubt, she is certainly a music icon and will [...]

One Last Look At Whitney Comes To The Big Screen In August

Rob Acampora — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:00:10 +0000

The shocking death of Whitney Houston on Saturday has the entire world scratching her heads. Yes it was known that she has had drug and alcohol issues - the belief was that she finally became clean and sober, but recent photos about 48 hours before her death did not seem to show her on a good path. A sad end to a story that seemed to show signs that a comeback was in the works, with a return to the big screen for the 1st time in over 15 years.

Whitney Update: Watch Live Beverly Hills PD Press Conference [VIDEO]

Heather DeLuca — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:29:06 +0000

The website TMZ.com is currently carrying a live stream from the Beverly Hills Police Department where Lieutenant Martin Rosen is expected to give a press conference and update us on the death of Whitney Houston. Watch here.

Jennifer Hudson Does Whitney Justice With Grammy Tribute [VIDEO]

Heather DeLuca — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:11:56 +0000

One time American Idol finalist and Academy Award winning actress Jennifer Hudson was given the daunting task of honoring the late Whitney Houston with a rendition of 'I Will Always Love You' during last night's Grammy Awards ceremony... and this diva hit every note.

A SoJO Tribute To Whitney Houston

Heather DeLuca — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:54:10 +0000

A voice unlike any other that had come before it. A spine-tingling range of ability and emotion. A gift deteriorating in front of the eyes of fans and those in her inner circle powerless to help her defeat the demons she was so unsuccessfully able to overcome. Whitney Houston opened her mouth and sent her [...]

SoJO Do You Know – Answer

Tom Morgan — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:34:01 +0000

Question: In 1986 Ms. Houston won a Grammy for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance; what song did she win this award for? Answer: Saving All My Love For You See Previous ‘Do You Know’ Questions/Answers

What Did Whitney's Music Mean To You? – [VIDEOS]

Tom Morgan — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:00:35 +0000

I Will Always Love You.

I Wanna Dance with Somebody.

I Have Nothing.

The Stunning Star Spangled Banner at Super Bowl XXV.

There were many, many other songs that people still talk about. What was your favorite song?

Celebrities Talk About The Influence Of Whitney Houston

Tom Morgan — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:30:08 +0000

Watch all of these celebrites discuss Whitney Houston’s influence on their career. What an impact!

What Are You Looking Foward To Seeing At The Grammy's Tonight?

Tom Morgan — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:46:01 +0000

Jennifer Hudson will do a tribute to Whitney Houston during tonight's Grammy Awards! What are you looking forward to seeing tonight?