BOBBY BROWN coming to Whitney Houston’s funeral:
Kevin Costner’s tribute to Whitney Houston at her funeral played out like a Hollywood blockbuster: It made them laugh, cry, stand up, and cheer. He shared many anecdotes about Houston in his nearly 20-minute long speech, the most touching of which was probably recounting how he fought for her to be in their movie, “The Bodyguard.”
“I thought she was the perfect choice but the red flags came out immediately,” he said. “I was reminded that this would be her first acting role. You could also think about another singer, was the suggestion — maybe somebody white. Nobody ever said it out loud, but it was a fair question, it was. There would be a lot riding on this. Maybe a more experienced actor was the way to go.”
“I told everyone that I had taken notice that Whitney was black,” Costner said. “The only problem was that I thought she was perfect for what we were trying to do.”
He ended up postponing the movie for a year so that Houston could wrap up her tour and star in it. But once filming started, Costner said, her insecurities took over.
“Arguably the biggest pop star in the world didn’t think she was good enough,” he said, recounting tears on the set as Houston questioned her makeup and voice.
“Whitney, if you could hear me now, I would tell you, you weren’t just good enough, you were great,” he said. “You sang the whole damn song without a band. You made the picture what it was. A lot of leading men could’ve played my part … but you, Whitney, I truely believe you were the only one who could’ve played Rachel Marron at that time. You weren’t just pretty, you were as beautiful as a woman could be. And people didn’t just like you Whitney, they loved you.”
He offered advice on behalf of Houston to her daughter and millions of other aspiring singers.
“To you, Bobbi Kristina, and to all those young girls who are dreaming that dream, thinking that maybe they aren’t good enough, I think Whitney would tell you, guard your bodies,” he said. “And guard the precious miracle of your own life. Then sing your hearts out. ”
He choked up towards the end. “Off you go Whitney, off you go,” he said. “Escorted by an army of angels to your heavenly father. When you sing before him, don’t you worry. You’ll be good enough.”
Announcement: We’re going to write down your messages from all around the world, make a banner and bring it to the church where Whitney’s funeral will take place.
Here’re some new photos of the place where Whitney’s funeral will take place on Saturday. The streets are closed and tens of anchors and photographers and many people are gathered around the church where Whitney started her career and her mother still attends. Jay-Z, Beyonce, Elton John, Oprah Winfrey and Bill Cosby will all be attending Whitney Houston’s private, invitation-only funeral in Newark, New Jersey.
Kevin Costner, who starred alongside Whitney Houston in the blockbuster “The Bodyguard,” will speak at the funeral, along with Houston’s mentor Clive Davis.
Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder will both be singing in memory of Houston. Invitations to the funeral have reportedly been extended to singers Chaka Khan, CeCe Winans, Brandy and songwriter Diane Warren, according to E!
We went to The New Hope Baptist Church in Newark, where Whitney Houston began her singing career, wrote some notes and signed the banners and took these photos for you. The church is the same place her mother is still attending and will hold Whitney’s funeral Saturday February 18th at noon. The ceremony is private and only a very small group of her close family and friends are invited.
Here is the good news. We’re going to write down your messages from all around the world, make a banner and bring it to the church. We’ll take photos and share it with you. So please write your name and message in the COMMENTS here:
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To all of her family and friends who are celebrating her Homegoing ceremony, I hope that each of you know that despite the pain and emptiness you feel right now that none of you are alone. Whitney has touched so many people throughout her life, despite how short it appeared to be. She was one of the only African-American women role models that I had to grow up with as a child. I would sing her songs and dance in my room alone because I thought I did not have a good voice to sing in public. But, when I reached high school I auditioned for our school chorus with “One Moment In Time”, which I sang to myself everytime I felt defeat coming my way. Today, I postponed my dreams for my family but Whitney’s passing made me realize that life is TRULY too short and we never know when our time may come. I do not care the circumstances behind her passing, I only care that Bobbi knows she and her Mother are loved by millions! (I lost my Father to AIDS when I was only 16, so Bobbi I understand.) Do not allow this to make you a person your Mother would not be proud of. She cherished you, so continue to cherish her memory in all that you do. Ms. Cissy please hang in there and allow God to carry you when the sorrow becomes too much to bear alone. We are all praying for each of you, now and forever!
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To Whitney: You ARE loved!!! We will never forget you or that angelic voice. God gave you the precious gift of music and gave US the precious gift of YOU! Rest in peace sweet angel!- Tricia Sturgeon
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to a very special person, that i have grown to love. my niece was named after you and if she grows up to be as good as you were then she will be someone very special, just like you were. I LOVE YOU WHITNEY, R.I.P
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Whitney, we will miss you and your awesome talent! I pray that you will find peace and comfort with the angels! May god comfort your mother and daughter through this difficult time!
RIP! You are so loved and will be missed very much! ~<3~
Love,
Birgit Bellis
(A Fan)
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THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER WHITNEY!
Whitney I have loved you since the very beginning. I was 15 years old and heard you on American Top 40 with You Give Good Love. (26 years ago!) Your voice was incredible and I have followed your career and idolised you ever since. I remember playing “The Greatest Love of All” to myself whenever I felt bad, dancing around the house to “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” wishing I looked like you in the video, playing “I Will Always Love You” so much it drove my mother crazy. I walked down the aisle at my wedding to “I Believe In You and Me” and sang “You Light Up My Life” to my first child when he was born. And Sang “On My Own” at the top of my voice when I got divorced. I could go on and on…. I have always been loyal to you even through your struggles. I loved you unconditionally. We may not have known each other but your music has always been a source of comfort and strength to me and so now, I feel like I have lost my best friend. I can’t believe you are no longer here. You went through so much with me in my life that I really feel like a part of me has left with you. The world feels different somehow without you in it. I don’t know what I will do without you….I have not stopped crying since I heard that you had died. I hope that you are at peace now and with the God you loved so much! I will never forget you and how you made my world a brighter place. Nothing but love for you Nippy – from one of your truest fans – My deepest condolences to your beautiful daughter Bobbi Kris and mother Cissy and the rest of your family. Sharon Zagame xoxoxoxoxox.
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Whitney! Your music has always been an inspirational. You are one of a kind. Growing up as a 12 year old when your music first hit the music industry. I have grown to love you like family. My heart aches right now. I can’t seem to shake this sadness. Now that I’m 36 and still loving you the same. You will truly be missed. And the family may GOD continue to give each one of you strength during this difficult time.
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To whitney family and friends sorry for your lost, She was a great singer and actress. I have loved her ever since I can remember. I used to sing her songs in my room to practice my own singing. even my kids know that she was my favorite person I just cant believe that she is gone, I guess that GOD wanted her to sing for him. now she can rest at peace. May the lord be with you.
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RIP WHITTNEY I CANT BELIEVE U ARE GONE SUCH AN INSPIRING ACTRESS AMAZING SINGER WITH SUCH A HEAVENLY VOICE AND MY ROLE MODEL YA SONG IS MY RINGTONE MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE HOUSTON FAMILY AND HER YOUNG DAUGHTER WHO LOST NOT ONLY HER MOTHER BUT HER BEST FRIEND AND I DEFFINATLEY CAN RELATE I LOST MY MOTHER AT A YOUNG AGE RIP WHITTNEY GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN SO YOUNG BUT THA PAIN SUFFERING N STRUGGLE IS OVER U R IN A BETTER PLACE
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Whitney you where a great singer you blow everyone away with your voice, you will be missed and you will never be forgotten. There will be no one better than u. We will allways love you. RIP beautyfull Lady you where the greatest xxxxx
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R.I.P. Whitney.. U will always be loved and remembered,Bless your Family,peacful wishes go out to U!!!
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your death is a shock,the world is in a mode of shock,Whitney you were a unique individual especially your voice.i will miss you, the world will miss you.REST IN PERFECT PEACE WHITNEY.LOL.
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To whitney,you were one of a kind your voice rocked the world with your songs,ur voice was something else,you will never be forgotten our love will always be with u an ur family god bless x
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S.I.P Queen Whitney !!! No one can Judge You But God. And He already has because now yur up there in Heaven sitting next to him on yur throne! Love u and Miss u so Much!
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FYI SIDENOTE: (Sorry to be a stickler, but the word “Unvaluable” should be “INvaluable”… Unvaluable means it added NO value, whereas INvaluable means it held the utmost value. )
My Banner Comment: Whitney is in God’s Presence now. Oh what a glorious audience her voice is blessing now! God bless her family and friends through this difficult time, & Praise God that she was saved!
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To the Houston family,
Here is a poem that always gets me through when I lose a love one. I hope you all find comfort and peace!
Do not stand at my grave and weep
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
Mary Elizabeth Frye
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WHITNEY
YOURE voice is love
Youre voice is hope
Send up from above making this world a little bit softer
Looking at You was feeling the love from your Hart
Youre eyes just showing youre weakness and strength all over the world
Thanks for letting you in our Harts
Hoping you find youre LOVE UP ABOVE XXX
Corina silvius from Holland
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MAY THE LORD GIVE YOU PEACE, YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED .BUT WILL STILL LIVE IN OUR HEARTS.MY PRAYS GO OUT THE HOUSTON FAMILY , MAY GOD LEAD YOU AND EASE THE GREAT PAIN THAT YOU ARE CARRYING NOW,REMEMBER GOD GIVE AND HE IS THE ONLY ONE TO TAKE US HOME TO ETERNAL LIFE.
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So sad you have left us Whitney, you got tangled up in lifes addictions, does not make you any less of a person, God Loves you, I will always pray for your mom and daughter, you loved the Lord Jesus ♥ you are with him now ♥ I will always be greatful for the beauty you shared with us in your songs, Carolyn D.
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Your songs always left a strong meaning for me. espeacially tough times!!! but i will alway look to you for strength..
feel sad we will not hear your wonderful voice…….
whitney may you rest in peace. now god will look after you.
gonna miss you! x x x x x x x:-(
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