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Mark Tigg, Whitney Houston's attorney, confirms to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that Whitney Houston was at the Beyonce/Alicia Keys/Missy Elliott and in dispelling suggestion that she may have left rehab, goes on to say "She is still currently enrolled in the facility...She is allowed out, however, only if she is accompanied with representatives from the facility. It was decided that the concert was an appropriate social outing." - Read the Atlanta Journal-Constitution report here (Whitney Sighting Confirmed). [Thanks Sylwia M.]
[From New York Daily News] Samuel L. Jackson, who once fought a crack habit, stands ready to help Whitney Houston through rehab. "When, and if, she ever wants to reach out to someone, I'd be willing to sit down and talk to her and give her a hand if she wanted one," the actor tells Access Hollywood.
Cissy Houston will hold a prayer vigil in Harlem next Monday (7 to 9pm, Abyssinian Baptist Church) according to Roger Friedman's Fox 411 column - Whitney's Mom to Lead Prayer Vigil on Drugs.
In a sobering comparison to Sid and Nancy Vicious, the Boston Globe discusses Whitney Houston & Bobby Brown's turbulent relationship and the impact that it has had on their careers. Read Whitney & Bobby: A Vicious Cycle?
[From Extra] While Whitney Houston’s been hard at
work on her health, famous fans like Vivica Fox are standing up for the
troubled superstar. But is it fact or fiction that Fox wants a Whitney
movie role?
[From Atlanta Journal-Constitution] The Atlanta Journal Constitution reports on a discussion with Whitney Houston's publicist, Nancy Seltzer in which Whitney's weekend trip to the Beyonce/Alicia Keys/Missy Elliott gig was initially denied. Whitney was photographed at the show.
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WHITNEY'S OUTING The event? BEYONCÉ, ALICIA KEYS and MISSY ELLIOTT's Atlanta show. A representative for Houston confirmed her attendance and said that members of Whitney's recovery program accompanied her to the concert. Just two weeks ago, Whitney decided to enter a rehab facility. At the time, her representative declined to give details as to the star's specific issue. It has been a tumultuous few years for Whitney. BOBBY BROWN, her husband of nearly 14 years, has been arrested several times and was most recently released from custody in Massachusetts following a child support payment problem. In December, he was taken into custody on suspicion of battery after an argument left Houston visibly injured. Houston has battled her own demons, too. In 2002 she admitted to ABC's DIANE SAWYER that she has used alcohol, marijuana, cocaine and prescription drugs at different points during her career. [Thanks Sylwia M.]
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Bobby Brown has been released from jail after 24 hours having paid the $63,500 owing in child support. Brown called the delayed payment a "misunderstanding...Things happen like that when other people are dealing with your business." - Associated Press Report. A video news clip that contains comments from Brown at the court house can be seen here.
An update on Whitney Houston's sales in the US for the week ending 21 March 2004 according to Neilson Soundscan: 1. The Greatest Hits (Album): 1,249
(1,292) [Thanks Jim R.]
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From Associated Press] Bobby Brown ordered to pay $63,000
in child support or face jail time The singer was released from a Georgia jail Monday to attend Wednesday's hearing. He likely didn't help his case when he showed up four hours late.
Whilst speculating on Whitney's whereabouts following this New York Daily News report that suggested she's left her rehabilitation centre, this E! Online report provides a round-up of the speculation of the past few days. Nancy Seltzer has said to the New
York Daily News that Whitney "is continuing the prescribed treatment, as
was planned," and that "her movements are in total keeping with the
program."
As Bobby Brown heads into another court room, Whitney Houston's publicist has said that Whitney is "taking care of herself at the moment and continues to support her husband." - Associated Press Report.
This PRNewswire report (BMG North America Announces Realignment) suggests Whitney Houston will move over to the RCA Music Group. The Arista label will continue to exist under the RCA Music Group. [Thanks Sylwia M.]
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In this interview with CBS News, Prince Asiel Ben Israel, described in the report as Whitney Houston's spiritual advisor, discloses that Whitney's reasons for being in a drugs rehabilitation centre relates to prescription drug abuse. Ben Israel says: “She’s under the medical care of her doctors...and her family is giving her the kind of love and support. The fans should be pleased that we’re on the road to full recovery again.” View the Early Show video segment from CBS News.
Associated Press reports that Bobby Brown's presence is required in a
paternity suit in Massachusetts.
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Artists attending the Soul Train awards on Saturday night sent out their best wishes to Whitney Houston. This RealVideo clip shows what some celebrities had to say. See also this report from Entertainment Tonight.
Arista Records will close its doors and exist only as an imprint on a few artist's CDs, including Whitney Houston, according to this Fox 411 report published today.
The Associated Press reports that Bobby Brown has been released from jail today in order that he may attend a court appearance in Massachusetts.
New York Newsday columnist Kati Gray juxtaposes a personal family experience with that of Whitney Houston's battle with addiction - Whitney, Brother & Deliverance. [Thanks Monte D.]
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Canadian national newspaper, Globe & Mail today published an article that pitches Whitney Houston against Courtney Love in a comparison of their public lives, the underlying point being that each continue to be in the news and are never boring: Read Courtney vs. Whitney: Duelling Drama Queens. [Thanks Michael G.]
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To follow up George Michael's new album, 'Amazing', Sony will release a Duets album that will contain the collaboration with Whitney Houston, 'If I Told You That', according to this Billboard report.
This fairly extensive Billboard report discussing the live music scene suggests that "Whitney Houston will do a few shows in Germany", corroborating previous reports on the Newsfile of upcoming summer shows.
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New reports from USA Today, Newark Star-Ledger and IMDB have been added to the Rehab reports archive. Sales Update... An update on Whitney Houston's sales in the US for the week ending 14 March 2004 according to Neilson Soundscan: (Number in parentheses is the prior week's sales tally) 1. The Greatest Hits (Album): 1,292
(1,389) [Thanks Jim R.]
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Speculation continues to mount around the circumstances of Whitney Houston's admission into a drugs rehabilitation facility. This Extra News Clip suggests that some of Whitney's management staff have been laid off as she's expecting to be out of action "indefinitely". The Chicago Sun-Times today reports that concern from Whitney's most inner circle led to a surprise intervention, convincing Whitney to enter rehab. Nancy Seltzer, described as being "stingy" with details in this New York Daily News report does confirm to the publication that Whitney's daughter, Bobbi Kristina was "with family". All reports and articles relating to Whitney Houston's admission into a drugs rehabilitation facility are stored in the Drugs Rehabilitation Archive. Whitney's fans have been discussing these latest events and sharing reports and thoughts in this discussion on the Classic Whitney Discussion Forum.
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Whitney Houston's publicist, Nancy Seltzer has confirmed that Whitney has entered a drugs rehabilitation programme. The location of the centre has not been made public, nor is it known how long Whitney will be at this facility. Reports by Associated Press, Reuters and Access Hollywood are located here. Whitney Houston's fans and friends at Classic Whitney extend their heartfelt best wishes to Whitney at this time.
A Message From Whitney... [From Platinum Club] A Message From Whitney In a special message to her community of friends and family at whitneyhouston.com, Whitney sends out her heartfelt thanks to all of her fans for their outpouring of love and support during this time of personal retreat. To send your well wishes, which will be sent to Whitney, click here.
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This Reuters Report (Bell Tolls For Arista Records) confirms that Whitney Houston will move to J Records as part of the Arista Records restructure following LA Reid's departure.
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Dionne Warwick had this to say on
Belgian entertainment show, 'The Red Carpet' at the weekend: When asked who Dionne's favourite singers of the moment were, she replied: "Well, first of all my niece Whitney. Because she always sings in tune, which is rare nowadays." [Thanks Ward V.]
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An update on Whitney Houston's sales in the US for the week ending 7 March 2004 according to Neilson Soundscan: (Number in parentheses is the prior week's sales tally) 1. The Greatest Hits (Album): 1,389
(1,493) [Thanks Jim R.]
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Tale of Narnia Comes to Theater [Thanks Lee] No Guff... [From New York Newsday] Copyright © 2004, Newsday, Inc. [Thanks Monte D.]
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[Reported Source: RTL Boulevard] In a televised Dutch interview, Dionne Warwick has reportedly suggested that she will perform four shows with Whitney Houston - three in Germany and one in the UK - as part of a specially produced live show. More details/clarification on this as and when. [Thanks Joe M.]
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[From Platinum Club]
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[From Platinum Club] Happy Birthday Bobbi Kristina!
[From Platinum Club] Whitney Fans Report From Moscow! Read a report from Whitney fans Dorothy, Phylis, Gary and Rachel on their experience traveling to Moscow and attending Whitney's first-ever Russian concert dates.
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