Cissy Houston was a renowned gospel singer born on September 30, 1933 in Newark, NJ. She sang backup for some of the most iconic artists of the time, such as Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin. Her talent was recognized with two Grammy Awards and other honors throughout her career.
Cissy Houston is a member of Gospel Singer
Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $5 Million (2024)
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About
Gospel singer sang backup for artists such as Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin. Houston was the recipient of multiple honors, including two Grammy Awards.
Before Fame
She was in a gospel group with her cousin Dionne Warwick called The Drinkard Singers.
Trivia
She performed backup on Van Morrison's single "Brown Eyed Girl."
Family Life
She was married to her second husband John Russell Houston from 1959 until 1990. Her daughter was the great Whitney Houston.
Associated With
She played the role of Mrs. Havergal in the film The Preacher's Wife with Denzel Washington.