Cissy Houston, Whitney Houston's Mother and Grammy Winner, Passes Away at 91

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Cissy Houston, the mother of the late Whitney Houston and a two-time Grammy winner, has died at the age of 91. She passed away in her New Jersey home while under hospice care for Alzheimer's disease, surrounded by her family. Houston was a member of the Sweet Inspirations, a well-known vocal group that sang backup for superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin. After leaving the group, she became an in-demand session singer and recorded over 600 songs in various genres. She won Grammys for her albums "Face to Face" and "He Leadeth Me" in the best traditional soul gospel album category.

Houston's contributions to popular music and culture are unparalleled, and she will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and fans alike. Rest in peace, Cissy Houston. - A Tribute

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