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Emily "Cissy" Houston (née Drinkard; born September 30, 1933) is an American soul and gospel singer. After a successful career singing backup for such artists as Roy Hamilton, Dionne Warwick, Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin, and Chaka Khan, Houston embarked on a solo career, winning two Grammy Awards for her work.
Dec 15, 2016 · Cissy Houston is a singer who performed with The Drinkard Singers, The Sweet Inspirations, and solo. She is the mother of Whitney Houston and the founder of the Whitney Houston Foundation for Children. She won two Grammy Awards for Best Traditional Gospel Album.
Feb 11, 2024 · Cissy Houston, not just a celebrated singer but also the matriarch of the Houston musical dynasty, stands as a testament to the power of nurturing and legacy. With a voice that has graced the stages behind icons such as Dionne Warwick, Elvis Presley, and Aretha Franklin, Cissy Houston's contribution to music extends beyond her melodies.
May 18, 2018 · Cissy Houston is a singer who has worked in gospel, pop, and blues genres. She is the mother of Whitney Houston and has performed with many famous artists, such as Elvis Presley and David Bowie.
Jan 25, 2013 · Almost a year after her daughter Whitney Houston’s death, Cissy Houston is opening up about that horrible day and its repercussions. The gospel singer, whose family called the superstar...
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Cissy Houston is an actress, producer and singer, known for her roles in A Time to Kill and The Preacher's Wife. She is the mother of Whitney Houston and the godmother of Aretha Franklin.
Cissy Houston is an actress, producer and singer, known for her roles in A Time to Kill, The Preacher's Wife and Whitney Houston: I'm Every Woman. She is the mother of the late Whitney Houston and the aunt of Dionne Warwick.
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