When we first got word that Bobby Brown left Whitney Houston's funeral early amidst an altercation, we all probably had the same reaction: what a douche. It seemed like a typical move on his part and before the story came out we all jumped to that same conclusion. But sometimes we always don't have the complete story and he has issued a statement telling his side of things:

My children and I were invited to the funeral of my ex-wife Whitney Houston. We were seated by security and then subsequently asked to move on three separate occasions.

“I fail to understand why security treated my family this way and continue to ask us and no one else to move. Security then prevented me from attempting to see my daughter Bobbi-Kristina.

“In light of the events, I gave a kiss to the casket of my ex-wife and departed as I refused to create a scene. My children are completely distraught over the events.

“This was a day to honor Whitney. I doubt Whitney would have wanted this to occur. I will continue to pay my respects to my ex-wife the best way I know how.”

You know I don't particularly care for Bobby Brown but I know that Whitney considered his other kids her own kids, and who's surprised? She was very loving that way. I have to say I'm on Bobby's side if this is what happened. That was disrespectful to him and his family. If he is invited to the service, and he is the father of Whitney's daughter, he needs to be treated with respect whether you actually respect him or not.  This thing where he's invited, but let's treat him like crap is so wrong (if that was intentional). Especially in a church. At the very least you would  think they would have communicated the number of people attending.

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Today the world celebrated the remarkable life of Whitney Houston at the New Hope Baptist Church in Newark, New Jersey in a 'going home' ceremony that took the world to church. She was paid tribute by the church community, Gospel singing Winans family, Clive Davis, Stevie Wonder, Tyler Perry, Kevin Costner, Alicia Keys family and friends. Who knew Kevin Costner knew her that well and that they had church in common? It was a 4 hour service that was one of the most incredible 'funeral' experiences I personally have ever experienced and based on what was being said on Twitter, that most people have ever experienced.

The combination of prayer, tributes and song complete with stories shared by those in her life was probably the most tasteful 'public' funeral. Piers Morgan on CNN mentioned how Cissy Houston (Whitney's mom) was left with a very difficult decision to honor her daughter and yet allow the public in but at a respectful distance. This was the perfect service to accomplish all of that.

The end of the service, when they took her casket out with Whitney's voice singing 'I Will Always Love You' was beyond the most emotional part of the ceremony. The world is still coming to grips with her loss. It will be felt for years to come.

Did you watch? What did you think?

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Today is the day Whitney Houston is laid to rest, or as her family is naming it a 'home going' service (meaning she is going home to be with God). The service is by invitation only and will be held at The New Hope Baptist Church in Newark, New Jersey today at 12 noon EST. The family decided against a public memorial and instead are live streaming the celebration of her life and we have the coverage here should you wish to see it. TMZ obtained a copy of it the invitation and it reads:

With heartfelt gratitude, the Houston Family requests the honor of your presence at the home going service for Whitney Elizabeth Houston."

Whitney's family included daughter Bobbi Kristina, mother Cissy Houston, cousin Dionne Warwick and mentor and dear friend Clive Davis arrived in New Jersey yesterday. Kevin Costner (her costar in The Bodyguard) will be making a speech and it is expected that Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin will also be part of the service.

I don't know about you, but I still can't wrap my head around the fact that she is gone. 

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Whitney Houston may have drowned in the bathtub of her hotel room TMZ is reporting. The iconic singer was reportedly found in her bathtub at the Beverly Hilton Hotel  where she was staying to attend Clive Davis' annual pre-Grammy party. A member of her team found her, called hotel security who then called 911. Apparently fire was already at the hotel from an earlier call but it was too late.

And while foul play is not being suspected, various prescription bottles were found at the scene. TMZ also reported that Whitney and her entourage were apparently partying very heavy the night before down in the bar but alcohol was not found in her room.

TMZ has a picture of her body being wheeled out of the room on a gurney. This is still so unbelievable and surreal that Whitney Houston is dead. 

Her body is at the morgue and a full autopsy to determine cause of death well be performed.

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It is being reported that Whitney Houston has died at the age of 48. She was mother to Bobbi Christina her daughter she had with Bobby Brown who she was married to from 1992 until 2007.

This is so shocking. Her rep told the Associated Press that she died this afternoon but it`s not known from what and where.

You know it's like Amy Winehouse's death although it's not completely surprising (because of her issues with drug addiction) it is still always shocking, if that makes sense. She was one of the greatest singers of all time winning 6 Grammy Awards, 30 Billboard Music Awards, 22 American Music Awards and 2 Emmys.  Over the span of her career she sold over 170 million albums, singles and videos.

We had just reported that she was approached to judge X Factor which would have been a ratings coup.

Beverly Hills Police Lieutenant Mark Rosen made a statement:

"I can confirm that Whitney Houston was pronounced dead at 3:55 p.m. at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. We received a call at 3:43 p.m. from hotel security and Beverly Hills fire and police responded minutes later," "Someone in her entourage found her unresponsive in her room … It's unclear who notified hotel staff because she has quite an entourage here at the hotel. We attempted to resuscitate her, to no avail." 


As to whether there was any evidence of drugs or foul play, Rosen responded: "At this time, there's no obvious evidence of foul play or cause of death." 

Our sincerest condolences to her family and friends at this very untimely death.

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How very sad that Backstreet Boys Nick Carter and Aaron Carter lost their 25 year old sister Leslie on Tuesday. She leaves behind a 10 month old daughter and husband Mike whom she married in 2008. She was an aspiring musician. No cause of death has been issued but the family did issue a statement to Access Hollywood:

"Our family is grieving right now and it’s a private matter. We are deeply saddened for the loss of our beloved sister, daughter, and granddaughter, Leslie Carter. We request the utmost privacy during this difficult time."

Although she had a deal with Dreamworks Records in 1999 an album was never released. Her single 'Like Wow' was featured on the Shrek soundtrack in 2001.

Our deepest condolences to Leslie's family and friends.

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