Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and more Inducted into R&B Hall of Fame

The official opening of the R&B Hall of Fame Museum was announced last week. They plan to honor artists, producers, and others who have contributed to the genre's success. The legendary Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin are among the 23 inductees for the Class of 2013. Check out who else made the list after the break!

First Look at "Sparkle" Trailer ft/ Whitney Houston & Jordin Sparks [VIDEO]

A sneak peek of the highly anticipated Sparkle re-make starring the late Whitney Houston and Jordin Sparks was shown this morning on The Today Show...

El Debarge Arrested Again for Drug Possession: He Needs Your Prayers Not Your Judgment

This news saddens me. Singer/songwriter/composer El Debarge has been arrested for drug possession for the umpteenth time. Read more on the story and my thoughts after the break...

Brandy & Monica Discuss Past Beef, Whitney Houston, Kim Kardashian and New Albums with The Breakfast Club [VIDEO]

Singers Brandy and Monica are continuing their promo trail for their latest single, "It Belongs To Me" and stopped by Power 105 FM's The Breakfast Club this morning. The ladies discussed their publicized past beef with one another, the impact of Whitney Houston's death, twitter drama, stalkers, Ray-J, Kim Kardashian and their upcoming albums. Watch parts 1 & 2 of their interviews below.

Robin Thicke Honors Whitney Houston on Ellen

Falsetto crooner, Robin Thicke, has been everywhere promoting his latest album, Love After War. He stopped by Ellen last week and performed a tribute to the late Whitney Houston with his classical/acoustic version of "Exhale (Shoop Shoop)". I think it was absolutely selfless and beautiful of him to do so. Check it out below.

In Case You Missed It: Oprah's Interview with Bobbi Kristina [VIDEO]

Oprah Winfrey captured the first interview with the lateWhitney Houston's daughter, Bobbi Kristina, on her TV special, Oprah's Next Chapter, her new prime-time series which premiered tonight on OWN. Whitney Houston's brother, Gary Houston, along with her sister-in-law, Patricia Houston, also spoke to Oprah about the singer's passing. Check the video after the break...

Brandy Titles Album in Honor of Whitney Houston & Her Birthday

Brandy has finally titled her upcoming sixth studio album release, "Two Eleven (2/11)" in honor of her friend/mentor the late (that still looks weird) Whitney Houston...

Whitney Houston on the April Cover of Essence Magazine

The late singer, Whitney Houston, graces the cover of the April issue of Essence magazine next month as a tribute to her and her many accomplishments. More on the beautiful songstress after the break...

Whitney Houston Voice Shines In "Sparkle"

Before her untimely death, Whitney Houston was producing and starring in the remake of 1976 movie, Sparkle, with American-Idol famed singer Jordin Sparks. Here's a clip of the behind the scenes look of Houston singing "His Eye Is On The Sparrow" on the set of the movie that's set to be in theaters in August 2012.

I agree that it is sad that she passed before this movie was released. Her voice still sounds amazing although many people believed that she had lost her angelic voice years ago. Can't wait to see the movie!

See also: Whitney Houston Returns to the Big Screen in Sparkle

Hilarious Whitney Houston Moments! [VIDEO]

We've all been mourned and shed tears over the recent heartbreaking death of singer/actress/producer Whitney Houston. Millions of people around the world watched Houston's funeral on Sunday.  However, there's a time to cry and time to mourn, but also a time to laugh and to be joyful. To help, I've posted this video of hilarious Whtiney moments that I found on the world's television aka YouTube. Check out rare footage of the singer laughing, making jokes, and being silly with friends and family after the break!

Chaka Khan Blasts Clive Davis for Partying after Whitney Houston's Death

On Saturday evening the world was shocked by the tragic and shocking death of singer Whitney Houston. She was pronouced dead that evening and was on her way to mentor Clive Davis' annual Pre-Grammy party that was hosted at the same hotel that she died in. After learning about Whitney's death, it was rumored that the famed event would be cancelled. The party went on as expected as stars walked the red carpet, many claiming that Whitney would have wanted the show to go on. Fortunately, every one didn't agree and singer Chaka Khan is one of them...

Jennifer Hudson Sings Tribute to Whitney Houston During Grammys

Last night everyone waited hours for the tribute to singer Whitney Houston during the 54th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony since she had died unexpectantly the night before. With only 24 hours to come up with a tribute to honor "The Voice", Jennifer Hudson sang "I Will Always Love You" for millions of viewers and those in the Grammy's audience to honor Whitney Houston. Chaka Khan, who was also slated to perform, said that she would not perform since she was still grieving. Jennifer did not sing the song all the way through due to her emotions getting the best of her, which was understandable. Read more and watch her performance.

Open Letter: "Dear Whitney..."

I took the news of Whitney Houston's death pretty hard and decided to write out my thoughts in a letter dedicated to the recently passed songstress. It's kind of raw and without a lot of formalities...just what was on my heart at the time. Check it out after the break...

Breaking News: Whitney Houston Dead at 48

It's been reported that singer Whitney Houston died today at 48. She leaves behind a daughter, Bobbi Kristina,  and a host of family, friends and fans. I'm too sad to write much else right now. Let's keep her and her family in our prayers.

Whitney Houston Broke?

Various sites are reporting that "sources" are saying that singer Whitney Houston has burned through her fortune...

Brandy Wants To Play Whitney Houston In A Biopic

Umm...yeah. I had to re-read what I typed up there also. Now I know Brandy's been on the promo trail for her upcoming album (click here if you missed that) and her new role on BET's hot show, The Game, but I think she's reaching a little bit now...

The Wonderful Family of Divas

This looks like it's going to be a big year for songstress Whitney Houston. The singer/actress is already set to star in the remake of Sparkle with Jordin Sparks (Click here if you missed that). Now she's set to star in a documentary, along with legendary cousin, Dionne Warwick called "The Wonderful Family of Divas". More after the break...

RnB Trivia: Name That Song!

Which song, written by country singer Dolly Parton in 1973, and released in 1974, became a chart-topping record after it was later recorded by Whitney Houston in 1992 from the Bodyguard soundtrack? The answer after the break!

Whitney Houston Returns to the Big Screen In Sparkle

Whitney Houston discusses her role in the remake Sparkle with Entertainment Tonight. It's been fifteen years since her last big screen movie (The Preacher's Wife)  so we're excited to see her back. She plays Jordin Sparks' (Sparkle's) mother in the movie. Mike Epps, Cee-Lo Green, and Derek Luke also co-star. Look for it in theaters sometime in 2012.

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