Remembering Cissy Houston: Gospel Icon and Mother of Whitney Houston Passes at 91
Cissy Houston, a legendary gospel singer and mother of the late Whitney Houston, has passed away at the age of 91. Her family confirmed that she died peacefully in her New Jersey home while in hospice care after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. The Houston family, deeply saddened by the loss, described her as a strong and towering figure in their lives.
Cissy Houston's impact on the world of music was immense. Born in 1933, she was the youngest of eight children, and music was a part of her life from a very early age. She formed a gospel group with her siblings and went on to make history in the music world. In the 1960s, she co-founded the R&B group The Sweet Inspirations, who provided backup vocals for music legends such as Elvis Presley, Otis Redding, Dusty Springfield, and Dionne Warwick. The group was also featured on Van Morrison’s iconic hit “Brown Eyed Girl,” among many others.
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As a solo artist, Cissy Houston's career soared to even greater heights. She sang with many of the biggest stars in the industry, including Chaka Khan, Paul Simon, Jimi Hendrix, and Beyoncé. Her voice became synonymous with excellence in gospel music, winning her two Grammy Awards for her albums Face to Face (1997) and He Leadeth Me (1998). She also recorded with her beloved daughter, Whitney Houston, whose own voice and talent left an unforgettable legacy.
Despite her fame, Cissy was deeply rooted in her family, and her role as a matriarch was paramount. She also shared her life story and her experience of loss in her book Remembering Whitney: A Mother’s Story of Life, Loss and the Night the Music Stopped , giving the world insight into her journey of love and resilience.
At 80 years old, Cissy's voice still carried the strength of her lifelong passion for music. She joined forces with Aretha Franklin on The Late Show with David Letterman , performing a stirring cover of Adele’s Rolling in the Deep , showcasing her enduring talent.
Her daughter-in-law, Pat Houston, reflected on Cissy's legacy, stating that her seven-decade-long career in the music industry will always remain close to the family’s heart. The Houston family expressed gratitude for the many years they were able to spend with her and took solace in the hope that she now rests in peace, reunited with her daughter Whitney and granddaughter Bobbi Kristina.
Cissy Houston’s life was marked by a deep love for music, family, and faith, and her presence in the world of gospel will be cherished forever.
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