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Whitney Houston Dead At 48: The Latest Details

Whitney Houston, who ruled as pop music’s queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, died Saturday.

She was 48.

Bobby Brown Gets Emotional On Concert Stage Just Hours After Ex-Wife Whitney Houston’s Death

It was an emotional night for soul singer Bobby Brown as he performed hours after learning that his ex-wife Whitney Houston had died in Beverly Hills.

Brown took to a stage in Southhaven, Miss., near Memphis, on Saturday night and only made brief remarks about Houston’s death at 48.

Whitney Houston Grammys Tribute: Jennifer Hudson To Perform; Show Will Not Be ‘Full-Blown Tribute’

The Grammys will honor the memory of Whitney Houston on Sunday night, and it appears Jennifer Hudson will lead the charge.

However, viewers won’t see the show turn into a “full-blown tribute,” according to the show’s executive producer.

Whitney Houston’s Last One-On-One Interview — Conducted By Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson

Despite her well-chronicled struggles, Whitney Houston recently appeared to be in the midst of a successful comeback, returning the studio to make new music and heading back to the silver screen with a role in the upcoming musical drama “Sparkle.”

The beloved superstar sat down with Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson on the set of the film — for what has sadly become the final one-on-one interview with Whitney, who died on Saturday at the age of 48 – and reflected on the support system that carried her through her the rough patches during her three-decade career.

Hollywood Reacts To Death Of Whitney Houston

The celebrity community has reacted with shock and sadness over the loss of Whitney Houston, who has died at the age of 48.

From Mariah Carey, to members of the Jackson family, and from “Glee” stars to “Real Housewives,” all of Hollywood is in mourning over the loss of this great talent.

Here’s what the stars are saying:

Simon Cowell Reacts To Whitney Houston Death; Says He Planned To Consider Her As ‘X Factor’ Judge

Simon Cowell says the team behind “The X Factor” had planned to discuss Whitney Houston as a possible judge for the FOX reality singing competition on Monday.

Reacting to the news of the pop superstar’s untimely death on Saturday at the age of 48, in Beverly Hills, Simon said, contrary to the rumors, she had not been approached, but he suggested he thought she might be interested.

Ashlee Simpson: Son Bronx Is ‘So Excited’ For Sister Jessica’s Baby To Arrive: ‘It’s Really Cute’

Ashlee Simpson stepped out for Kohl’s Rock & Republic runway show in New York City on Friday and Access Hollywood caught up with the actress/singer to get an update on sister Jessica Simpson’s pregnancy progress.

Dave Grohl: The Beatles Were A ‘Huge Influence’ On Kurt Cobain & I

Dave Grohl is a multi-talented musician — boasting incredible guitar, drum and vocal skill — and the former Nirvana drummer says he owes it all to The Beatles.

“When I was young, that’s how I learned how to play music — I had a guitar and a Beatles songbook,” Dave told Access Hollywood at the 2012 MusiCares Person of the Year Tribute to Paul McCartney in Los Angeles on Friday. “I would listen to the records and play along. Of course, it didn’t sound like The Beatles, but it got me to understand song structure and melody and harmony and arrangement.”

Access Hollywood’s Shaun Robinson Q&A: It’s Grammy Awards Time

Access Hollywood is heading to the Grammys on Sunday and our very own Shaun Robinson is putting those last minute touches on her look as she prepares to hit the red carpet once again to catch up with music’s biggest superstars.

A Grammy veteran, Shaun’s been covering music’s biggest night for Access for years and as she prepares to go stiletto to stiletto with some of music’s heavy hitters, she shares her red carpet tips and memories of her favorite star interviews.

But first, a little fashion talk.

John Goodman To Reunite With Roseanne Barr In New Sitcom?

It’s been nearly 15 years since John Goodman starred alongside Roseanne Barr in “Roseanne,” but the pair may soon be heading to the small screen together once again.

Goodman is close to finalizing a deal to star in Barr’s new comedy, “Downwardly Mobile,” a rep for Goodman confirmed to Access Hollywood on Saturday.

Coldplay, Tony Bennett, Katy Perry Honor Paul McCartney At Grammy Tribute Concert

Coldplay, Katy Perry, Tony Bennett and Neil Young plumbed Paul McCartney’s vast songbook in taking the former Beatle on a musical journey of his more than 50-year career.

Blue Ivy Carter Photos! Beyonce & Jay-Z Release First Photos Of Baby!

Blue Ivy Carter is officially ready for her first close-up.

Beyonce and Jay-Z have released the first public photos of their new bundle of joy, in a posting on Jay-Z’s official site on Friday.

With a full head of hair, and big beautiful eyes, the photos show both parents beaming, with mom Beyonce and dad Jay-Z holding their newborn daughter.