The shocking death of Whitney Houston echoed through Clive Davis’ annual Grammy party held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. As more details emerged of Houston’s passing, Davis and several celebrities honored her at the party. The party included music industry heavy weights including Diana Ross who was honored, Gladys Knight, Tony Bennett, Alicia Keys, Sean Combs, Kelly Rowland, Britney Spears, Dr. Dre, Toni Braxton and Jennifer Hudson who will pay tribute to Whitney at the Grammys tonight. Other celebrities included Serena Williams, Amber Rose, Kim Kardashian, Gayle King and many others. See more pictures of these celebrities below.
Clive Davis addressed the crowd with this statement:
By now you have all learned of the unspeakably tragic news of our beloved Whitney’s passing. I don’t have to mask my emotion in front of a room full of so many dear friends. I am personally devastated by the loss of someone who has meant so much to me for so many years.
Whitney was so full of life. She was so looking forward to tonight even though she wasn’t scheduled to perform. She loved music and she loved this night that celebrates music.
My heart goes out to her daughter Bobbi Christina, to her mother Cissy, to all of her relatives and to so many of you here tonight, her extended family who loved and cherished her and her spirit.
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Whitney was a beautiful person and a talent beyond compare. She graced this stage with her regal presence and gave so many memorable performances here over the years. Simply put, Whitney would have wanted the music to go on and her family asked that we carry on.
I ask that you join me in a moment of silence as we dedicate this evening to Whitney.
RIP Whitney Houston!
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Pre Grammy party red carpet:
