Is Whitney Houston still alive?

Short Answer

Basic Profile

• Full Name: Whitney Houston
• Date of Birth: August 9, 1963
• Nationality: American
• Primary Known For: I Will Always Love You
• Date of Death: February 11, 2012
• Cause of Death: Drowning with heart disease and cocaine use

Latest Confirmed Status Summary

Whitney Houston died on February 11, 2012, in her hotel room at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, at the age of 48. The cause of death was accidental drowning, with heart disease and cocaine use as contributing factors. Known as "The Voice," she was one of the bestselling music artists of all time, with a vocal range and power that redefined pop and R&B music. Her death on the eve of the Grammy Awards shocked the music world. Her legacy continues through her timeless recordings and influence on vocalists.

Notable Facts

• Sold over 200 million records worldwide
• 6 Grammy Awards, 30 Billboard Music Awards, 22 American Music Awards
• Holds record for most consecutive #1 hits (7) by a female artist
• Starred in The Bodyguard (1992) - soundtrack became bestselling soundtrack of all time
• "I Will Always Love You" is one of the bestselling singles ever
• One of the bestselling music artists of all time
• Influenced generations of vocalists with her powerful voice

Sources

• Wikipedia: Whitney Houston (verified citations, checked February 7, 2026)