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We’re still coming to terms with the shocking and sad news that Whitney Houston died in Los Angeles on Saturday aged just 48.

The news was confirmed by her spokesperson who simply said “Unfortunately, it is true”. No further details have been officially announced.

Let’s remind ourselves why Whitney was dubbed ‘The Voice’. Listen to Whitney soundcloud mixtapes here and here or our Spotify playlist here.

#DearWhitney and #iwillalwaysloveyou have been trending on Twitter and the music industry’s biggest stars have been quick to pay tribute:

Rihanna: No words! Just tears #DearWhitney

Jessie J: Whitney I sing because of you and will continue to do so in your honour always and forever. X

Katy Perry: So devastating. We will always love you Whitney, R.I.P.

Mariah Carey:  Heartbroken and in tears over the shocking death of my friend, the incomparable Ms. Whitney Houston. My heartfelt condolences to Whitney’s family and to all her millions of fans throughout the world. She will never be forgotten as one of the greatest voices to ever grace the earth.

Christina Aguilera: We have lost another legend. Love and prayers to Whitney’s family. She will be missed.

Simon Cowell: I am so sad to hear about Whitney. We have lost one of the greatest singers of all time.

Kelly Rowland: I am beyond heartbroken. Whitney had such a huge influence on me. She embraced me when I first started out with Destiny’s Child. My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to her daughter, her mother and to all of her loved ones.

Missy Elliott: Thank u 4 the times we worked 2gether your Voice touched the World! N this rough time I pray for The Houston Family.

Nicki Minaj: Jesus Christ, not Whitney Houston. Greatest of all time.

Diddy: Whitney Houston!!! OMG!! I really can’t believe this. This is one of the saddest days ever.

Estelle: mama whit. RIP. my heart hurts.

CeeLo Green: RIP Sister WHITNEY HOUSTON! We will always love you.

 

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