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Cissy Houston
(1933-2024)
American, Singer
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Emily Drinkard (September 30, 1933 – October 7, 2024), known professionally as Cissy Houston, was 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.

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Born Emily Drinkard
30 September 1933
Newark, New Jersey, USA
Died
7 October 2024 (aged 91)
Newark, New Jersey, USA
Zodiac Libra
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    Whitney Elizabeth Houston info 1st child with John Houston Female b. 9 Aug 1963 d. 11 Feb 2012 Age: 48 (at death) 1963-2012 American singer, record producer, actress, film producer, and philanthropist
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    Leontyne Price · Cousin · 1927- · American operatic singer edit info
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    Dee Dee Warwick · Niece · 1945-2008 · American singer edit info
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    Damon Elliott · Great-nephew · 1973- · American musician, singer-songwriter, and record producer edit info
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