Whitney Houston Movies And Tv Shows

A Look At All Of Whitney Houston's Film Roles

"[S]he was like shooting fish in a barrel to exist around," extra Angela Bassett said to Elle in 2015 of late singer and actress Whitney Houston. "It was never high maintenance or feeling as if you were in a room with someone who had sucked upward all the light and the air and left you wanting. No, she embraced you, your spirit, and she was just very, you lot know, grounded, I felt." The two starred together in the 1995 film 'Waiting to Exhale,' and grew close.

By 1992, when Houston debuted in 'The Babysitter,' Whitney was already bonafide superstar. She kicked off the prior year with a dazzling rendition of the 'The Star Spangled Imprint' at the 25th Super Bowl, which set up a Billboard record and helped heal a truly broken nation. She had also released iii multi-platinum albums (Whitney Houston, Whitney, and I'thousand Your Babe Tonight), embarked on multiple international tours and ready the standard every bit one of pop'due south brightest talents. In accepting the role of Rachel Marron, she proved that she was ready to have her artistry to new heights.

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"It was exciting to work with someone who has such notoriety in Hollywood and experience in doing films," Houston said to Ebony in 1993 about co-star Kevin Costner. "He was very involved and concerned about every aspect of the film. And if in that location was something that needed to be done, he put the fourth dimension into it and we stayed lot hours and worked out the scenes. I enjoyed watching him practice a skilful professional job."

Costner spoke highly of the late singer besides, proverb, "There are certain singers that occupy that territory that includes a globe-class vocalization, real elegance and a physical presence. Diana Ross and Barbra Streisand are 2. Whitney Houston is another."

The flick brought in over $411M, surpassing the upkeep ($25M) by most 16 times. Information technology was clear that Houston was multitalented and had much more in store for fans.

Houston went on to star in a number of other films, keep scrolling to read virtually them all.

Rachel Marron in 'The Bodyguard'

Afterward picture show offers from some of Hollywood's elite, Houston accepted a starring role in the 1992 picture 'The Bodyguard.' Co-starring Kevin Costner every bit the title character, the movie follows a pop star who is stalked by a fan and hires security to keep her safety. The soundtrack spawned the chart-topping single, "I Volition E'er Dearest You," which helped the album become the highest-selling soundtrack album of all fourth dimension.

Savannah Jackson in 'Waiting to Exhale'

Released 3 years after the birth of her daughter, Bobbi Kristina, 'Waiting to Exhale' saw Houston reemerge as the film-ready graphic symbol from Terry McMillan's volume of the same name. Houston portrayed Savannah Jackson, a television set producer who ultimately gains control over her love life.

Julia Biggs in 'The Preacher'southward Married woman'

In 1996, Houston starred opposite of Courtney B. Vance and Denzel Washington in 'The Preacher'due south Wife.' Julia was a night gild singer who gave upwards her dream to become a married woman, mother and standout in the choir at her hubby's church. Washington played Dudley, an affections sent to remind the Biggs of the dear they share for one some other.

The Fairy Godmother in 'Rodger and Hammerstein's Cinderella'

Though she was originally asked to play Cinderella, she passed the opportunity along to R&B vocalizer Brandy, who had grown up idolizing Houston. The pic is available on Disney Plus every bit of February 12.

Emma Anderson in 'Sparkle'

Houston's concluding moving-picture show role was in 'Sparkle,' the story of a young woman's journey to stardom. The singer portrayed Emma Anderson, Sparkle'south strict, Christian mother. Houston passed away 3 months after filming the flick.