Whitney Elizabeth Houston (August 9, 1963 – February 11, 2012) was an American singer, actress, film producer, model, and philanthropist. Widely celebrated as “The Voice,” she remains one of the most awarded and influential performers in music history. A cultural icon, Houston played a pivotal role in breaking gender and racial barriers through her record-setting chart success and ground-breaking music videos. Renowned for her exceptional vocal technique and dynamic live performances, she was ranked second on Rolling Stone’s list of the greatest singers of all time in 2023.
