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Brandy's Final Moments with Whitney Houston
30 Mar
Summary
- Brandy felt a strange throat itch before learning of Whitney's death.
- Whitney Houston visited Brandy backstage before the Grammys.
- Houston gave Brandy a secret, heartfelt note before her passing.
On February 11, 2012, Brandy described a premonition of dread, a unique itching sensation in her throat, foreshadowing tragic events. The same day, Whitney Houston unexpectedly appeared at Brandy's pre-Grammy rehearsals at the Beverly Hilton. Houston, appearing disheveled and possibly under the influence, offered encouragement before leaving.
Later that evening, Houston returned with her daughter and secretly gave Brandy a handwritten note on hotel stationery. Brandy has kept the note private, cherishing it as a symbol of their bond. The two friends spoke for three hours that night, discussing careers and faith.
Tragically, the following afternoon, February 12, 2012, as Brandy prepared for her performance, she learned of Houston's death. Houston was found unresponsive in a bathtub at the Beverly Hilton, with cause of death attributed to accidental drowning complicated by heart disease and cocaine use.
Despite the profound shock, Brandy noted the jarring continuation of the gala. Reflecting on their final conversation, she recalled Houston's promise to 'be better,' a statement that now resonates as both a prophecy and a farewell.
