Cissy Houston, Grammy-Winning Singer and Mother of Whitney Houston, Dies at 91

Credits:CNN’s Alli Rosenbloom contributed to this report.Lisa Respers France
By Lisa Respers France, CNN; WallofCelebrities, Amazon, BlackDoctor.com, wbssmedia, thepersonage, itdmusic
This article pays tribute to Cissy Houston, the Grammy-winning singer and mother of Whitney Houston, who passed away at the age of 91. It recounts her remarkable seven-decade career in music, from her early days performing gospel with The Drinkard Singers to her role as a backup vocalist for major stars like Aretha Franklin and Elvis Presley. The article highlights her contributions to popular music, her strong faith and family values, and the lasting influence she left on the industry. It also touches on her personal life, including her deep bond with her late daughter Whitney Houston and her family’s heartfelt tribute to her enduring legacy.