WHITNEY HOUSTON DIES AGED 48

Sad news to report that legendary Singer Whitney Houston died today just aged 48. According to reports the cause and place of death is unknown. More info after the jump!

(AP)

LOS ANGELES – Whitney Houston, who ruled as pop music’s queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, has died. She was 48.

Houston’s publicist, Kristen Foster, said Saturday that the singer had died, but the cause and the location of her death were unknown.

News of Houston’s death came on the eve of music’s biggest night — the Grammy Awards. It’s a showcase where she once reigned, and her death was sure to case a heavy pall on Sunday’s ceremony. Houston’s longtime mentor Clive Davis was to hold his annual concert and dinner Saturday; it was unclear if it was going to go forward.

On the Eve of the Grammy Awards Music’s biggest night this is the news nobody wanted to hear. Everybody has grown up to the sound of Whitney Houston who has been a Legend to many stars including Kelly Price, Brandy and many more. This is a sad lost to the music industry and once more details come through we will keep you updated.

Source: CBS