With the guidance of Arista Records chairman Clive Davis, Houston signed to the label at age 19. She was one of the first black women to appear on the cover of Seventeen after becoming a teen model in 1981. Houston began singing in church as a child and became a background vocalist while in high school. Her works, which include recordings and films, have generated both great success and controversy. She also enhanced her popularity by entering into the movie industry. Houston is known for her powerful, soulful vocals and vocal improvisation skills. Her singing style, which was strongly inspired by gospel music, had an innovative influence on popular music. She is one of the best-selling recording artists of all time, with sales of over 200 million records worldwide.
Whitney Elizabeth Houston (Aug– February 11, 2012) was an American singer and actress.
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