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“I decided long ago never to walk in anyone's shadow; if I fail, or if I succeed at least I did as I believe.”

Quote by Whitney Houston

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Whitney Houston

Whitney Houston was an American singer, actress, and model, recognized as one of the greatest voices of all time. She became a pop icon in the late 1980s and early 1990s, known for her powerful voice and soulful ballads. Houston's career was marked by her chart-topping hits and memorable film roles, although it was overshadowed by personal struggles, including drug addiction, which led to her untimely death in 2012. more

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