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Singer · Actor
Whitney Houston
American singer, actress, and film producer (1963 to 2012)
Whitney Houston was born on August 9, 1963 and died on February 11, 2012, aged 48.
- Born
- August 9, 1963, Newark
- Died
- February 11, 2012
- Zodiac sign
- Leo
- Country
- United States
- Known as
- Singer, Actor
Official links: Official website (whitneyhouston.com) · Instagram · YouTube · TikTok · Wikipedia
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Whitney’s birthday, by the numbers
- Whitney Houston was born on a Friday.
- Whitney Houston would have turned 63 in 2026.
- Half birthday: February 9. Birthstone: Peridot and spinel.
- Whitney Houston belongs to Baby Boomers.
Age gaps
- When Whitney Houston was born, Michael Jackson was 4. Compare
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Frequently asked questions
When was Whitney Houston born?
Whitney Houston was born on August 9, 1963 and died on February 11, 2012, aged 48.
What is Whitney Houston’s zodiac sign?
Leo, born August 9.
Does Whitney Houston have an official website?
Yes: whitneyhouston.com.