WHITNEY HOUSTON'S DAUGHTER RUSHED TO THE HOSPITAL ON STRETCHER

Whitney Houston’s daughter Bobbi Kristina was rushed to hospital Sunday suffering from stress, a day after the death of her pop star mother, police and a family friend said.

“She was taken to hospital and treated for stress,” the friend told AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity after media reports that the 18-year-old was taken to the Cedars Sinai hospital in Beverly Hills.

Bobbi Kristina is Houston’s daughter from her stormy 15-year marriage to singer Bobby Brown. She was taken by ambulance from the Beverly Hilton hotel, where Houston was found dead on Saturday, police said.

“She was having some anxiety and she was transported to Cedars Sinai” hospital, a spokesman for the Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) told AFP, giving no further details.

The TMZ celebrity news website reported that various prescription pills were found in Houston’s hotel room, quoting family members as saying she used Xanax, which is often used to treat anxiety.

The news about Bobbi Kristina came as Houston’s family broke their silence on the tragedy, issuing a statement saying they were devastated by the “unimaginable tragedy” of the singer’s death.

“We are devastated by the loss of our beloved Whitney. This is an unimaginable tragedy and we will miss her terribly. We appreciate the outpouring of love and support from her fans and friends,” said the statement.

Houston, a superstar in the 1980s and 1990s with hits including “I Will Always Love You,” was found dead in her hotel room at the Beverly Hilton on the eve of the annual Grammys award show Sunday.

The star’s mother Cissy Houston, a gospel singer, reportedly spoke to her daughter a short time before she died.

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Music stars take to Twitter to express shock and admiration

The death of Whitney Houston triggered a tidal wave of tributes from music legends, political powerhouses and regular fans.

"I've known Whitney since she was a little girl, and I have always loved her," Smokey Robinson posted on Twitter. "She was like family to me."

Lady Gaga, like many celebs, weighed in on Twitter, writing: "When I wrote ‘Born This Way,' I imagined Whitney singing it because I wasn't secure enough to be a star."

Comic Joan Rivers said: "What a sad tragedy — the end of the life of an incredible talent. RIP to an amazing singer and legend."

Houston is credited with paving the way for a new generation of female vocalists. Many of them took to Twitter to bare their souls over her death.

"She's paved the way for every single singer in the music industry," wrote Toni Braxton. "Iconic, legendary, innovating, amazing, humble . . . the best in the world."

Christina Aguilera sounded a similar note. "We have lost another legend," wrote Aguilera. "Love and prayers to Whitney's family. She will be missed."

Jennifer Lopez called Houston "one of the greatest voices of our time."

Jessica Simpson credited Houston with inspiring her to focus on music. "I found my voice singing Whitney Houston 's music," Simpson said. "Today I lost my idol."

Gloria Estefan noted that she was touched by Houston's gentleness. "Whitney was always so sweet to me!" Estefan wrote. "Was rooting for her through her struggles! Such a shame. . . . I'm truly saddened by this news!"

Nicki Minaj put it more succinctly. "Jesus Christ, not Whitney Houston. Greatest of all time."

Of course, Houston's influence wasn't confined only to musicians. Several athletes also turned to social media to pay their respects.

"Wow just wow," wrote tennis star Serena Williams. "This has ruined my whole day. #Iwillalwaysloveyou. #OneMomentInTime has propelled me to many of my grand slams victories."

Added NBA superstar Dwyane Wade: "RIP to a legend . . . Sad day for music lovers . . . Whitney Houston should be celebrated 4 blessing us with her gifts . . . #Icon #mother #beautiful ."

Newark Mayor Cory Booker was among the politicos who paid tribute to the fallen icon. "RIP Whitney Houston, a Legend and great American artist," Booker posted on Twitter. "And always, one of Newark's and New Jersey's treasured daughters."

Actors also got into the act. "Such sad news about Whitney Houston," wrote Neil Patrick Harris. "She was a legend, but what a life . . ! My thoughts and prayers go out to her family."

Author Jackie Collins described Houston as "a beautiful and talented woman."

Ricky Gervais, known for his caustic brand of comedy, was also moved to honor Houston. "RIP Whitney Houston," Gervais wrote. "An amazing talent & a tragic soul. So sad."

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Whitney Houston dead: Bobby Brown breaks down in tears upon hearing news

Bobby Brown, the faded boy band star who spent 15 tumultuous years married to Whitney Houston, broke down in tears Saturday night upon hearing of the platinum-selling diva’s death.

“I love you, Whitney,” Brown said as he prepared to perform in Southaven, Miss. “The hardest thing for me to do is to come on this stage.”

Brown, who had been accused of domestic abuse against the iconic performer, was on a reunion tour of New Edition and began calling relatives as he found out about the death, People magazine reported.

“He could hardly get the words out when he called me,” a relative told the magazine. “He was sobbing, and by the end of the call, I was sobbing, too. He’s beside himself right now.”

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UPDATE:Ray J Discovered Whitney Houston Dead Body

In an interesting twist to Grammy-winning singer Whitney Houston being pronounced dead Saturday (February 11) night, new reports claim crooner Ray J may have discovered her body at a Beverly Hilton Hotel.

According to new reports, Ray was also actively dating the late music icon.

Whitney Houston was found dead at the Beverly Hilton Hotel this afternoon. According to CNN, it was Ray J who found her body. At this time, it is unknown if she overdosed or committed suicide. s that Ray J found Whitney dead Saturday at the Beverly Hilton Hotel," tweeted Justin Lear. 

The news station also reported that Ray-J (famous for his s*x tape with Kim Kardashian) and Whitney had been intimately dating and have been together for the past few days. Ray J has not tweeted anything about the death of Whitney Houston (which is understandable), who coincidentally died on his sister, Brandy's, birthday. (Celebs Gather)

The latest reports claim Houston was pronounced dead early Saturday evening.

Legendary pop singer Whitney Houston was found dead Saturday at a Beverly Hills, California, hotel, officials said. She was 48. The entertainer, whose incredible talent was discovered at an early age, was pronounced dead at 3:55 p.m. (6:55 p.m. ET) at the Beverly Hilton hotel despite resuscitation efforts, a police spokesman said. Beverly Hills Police Lt. Mark Rosen said there were "no obvious signs of criminal intent" and that the cause of her death is being investigated. Houston's bodyguard found her body, said Courtney Barnes, publicist for hip-hop artist Ray J, who was dating the pop diva. (CNN)

So far, the details surround Houstin's death are unclear. The singer famously battled drug addiction for years. Houston won two Emmy Awards, six Grammy Awards, 30 Billboard Music Awards, 22 American Music Awards during her record-breaking career. Her album "Whitney" was the first female album to ever debut at #1 on the Billboard Charts. She has sold 200 million albums world wide. Houston holds an Honorary Doctorate in Humanities from Grambling State University in Louisiana. Houston had one child, Bobbi Kristina, with husband Bobby Brown. Houston and Brown were married from 1992-2007. (TMZ)

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Whitney Houston Dead: Her Last Ever Performance Was 'Yes, Jesus Loves Me(Video)

Whitney Houston Dead: Diva's Last Ever Performance Was 'Yes, Jesus Loves Me'

The shock surrounding Whitney Houston's sudden death at age 48 continues to reverberate, especially since the struggling singer was performing as recently as Friday, Feb 10.

Taking the stage for the 'Kelly Price & Friends Unplugged: For The Love of R&B' Grammy Party at True Hollywood, Houston sang a gospel tune that now seems eerily prescient for her last public performance: 'Yes, Jesus Loves Me.'

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Whitney Houston Is Dead

Whitney Houston has died. She was 48.

The singing superstar's publicist Kristen Foster said Saturday that Houston died, but did not reveal the cause of death.

Earlier this week, the singer, a six-time Grammy winner, was spotted having a night out on the town in L.A. at "Kelly Price & Friends Unplugged: For The Love Of R&B Grammy Party" at Tru Hollywood.

Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music's queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use.

At her peak in the 1980s and `90s, Houston the golden girl of the music industry and one of the world's best-selling artists.

Among her hits were How Will I Know, Saving All My Love for You and I Will Always Love You. She won multiple Grammys including album and record of the year.

Her success carried her beyond music to movies like The Bodyguard.

But by the end of her career, drug use took its toll as her record sales plummeted and her voice became raspy and hoarse.

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